YouTube has been a popular streaming platform that has never looked back right after its launch in 2005. It is like a sapling that continues to grow and increase in height due to getting endless views on music videos, amateur tutorial videos, etc. In short, everyone can find a taste accordingly on Google’s video streaming platform.
In the wake of songs that have flooded YouTube, there is a list of songs that have been greatly popular over the years as they have given golden moments to the entertainment industry to shake a leg or two. Here we will tell you about the top 10 Most Viewed Youtube Videos.
Most Watched Youtube Videos In The World:
Now that makes sense to ask what the top 10 most viewed YouTube videos are. The following list is a compilation of top videos that their burgeoning views can easily differentiate. Yes, that’s the parameter of their position or ranking in the below post:-
1. Baby Shark Dance, 10.6 Billion views:
Most of the young audience would have grown up humming “Baby Shark” in school. The song depicting a family of sharks has been so popular that it is traditionally associated with school plays and annual functions. A sneak peek of the same can now be seen as it is included in the top 10 most viewed videos.
The song, instilling excitement among tiny tots back at school, has also created a rage among the grownups. Rightly so, as this Baby Shark video is no less than a craze that can’t be overlooked. Receiving over 10.6 billion views across the globe, the online world of curious followers shower love worldwide.
2. Despacito, 7.8 Billion views:
Being a Spanish song, yet making a global presence only to register a position in the top 10 most viewed YouTube videos, and top most liked videos. It isn’t possible without the popularity of YouTube worldwide. Rightly so, this video streaming platform gave newer exposure horizons than even the faded popularity of ‘Gangnam Style’.
Despacito means “Slowly” in Spanish, yet it was ‘quick’ enough to reach the second position. The melodious voice of Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi and rapper Daddy Yankee adds further to its popularity. Even though Justin Bieber released an English version but as they say, “Nothing can beat the original.”
3. Shape of You, 5.7 Billion views:
Like there is the necessity of “Oxygen” in one’s life, so are the songs of Ed Sheeran considered as a tonic for the soul and have been played everywhere. Yes, that’s the craze and popularity which made “Shape of You” among the top 10 most viewed YouTube videos.
As a digital download, released on 6th January 2017, it was nominated at the 60th Annual Grammy awards for Best Pop Solo Performance. He also released a lyric video which people have viewed millions to date. Just note the extent of popularity that the official version attained right after being uploaded on 30th January 2017, where it got 1 billion views in 97 days.
4. See You Again, 5.5 Billion views:
What’s the parameter to rate any celebrity? It is about the extent of successful movies or songs he/she has given. Similarly, Charlie Puth and Wiz Khalifa will be prouder after the song proved to be a hit. The song is among the top 10 most viewed YouTube videos as it has been the most streamed song for many weeks in the UK and the US among many countries.
“See You Again” was created as a theme for the movie “Furious 7,” where it has gained huge popularity. It was composed as a tribute to the late actor Paul Walker too.
5. Uptown Funk, 4.5 Billion views:
Uptown Funk is a combination of hip-hop and disco sung by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars. The release date was 2014 as it became a hit in the English-centric countries where it registered a natural increase in YouTube views.
The song is based on the performance of Mars and Ronson, who mesmerized the audience in different areas of the city in the company of dancers who gave an interesting visual appeal.
6. Recipe for Disaster, 4.49 Billion views:
How chaotic do the new learners with zero practical knowledge of preparing dishes end up in the kitchen? Many of us may have self-experienced or been a witness to it for sure. Adding to a similar theme is “Recipe for Disaster.”
An animated video centering “Masha and the Bear” where Masha loved to invite trouble for herself as she is again up for it while trying her hands at the Cake recipe she saw in the bear’s recipe book. Her excitement goes haywire while negotiating ingredients.
The animated video has gathered billions of views thanks to the soundtrack and a light-hearted storyline that surely deserves at least a one-time watch. It is best for people from all walks of life.
7. Dark Horse, 3.2 Billion views:
A female artist made the top 10 most viewed YouTube videos by reaching 3.2 billion views on YouTube. Yes, welcome to the first female-driven video, namely Dark Horse, by Katy Perry ft and rapper Juicy J.
The song was released in September 2013. It has a mix of trap and hip-hop as the popularity of the song was cached by Pepsi for their promotion. After a record 13.2 million units sold, it became the second-best-selling song of 2014.
8. Faded, 3.2 Billion views:
Not all songs from the most watched YouTube videos have a joyful and ecstatic theme. Few are emotional too, which can trigger a connection with those who have ever faced down moments. Perhaps that’s the reason why it gained success in many countries of the world, including the United States.
Shahab Salehi plays the lead role. A young man depicted in black attire wanders through the town with a backpack and photograph. He is emotionally upset while going through devastated buildings and even finds his “sweet home” turned into rubble.
9. Counting Stars, 3.5 Billion views:
The American pop-rock band “One Republic” is shot in a gloomy place near people engaged in revival service. They soon join the theme with positive energy and vibe by dancing along the way to the song.
The music video was shot in New Orleans, Louisiana, on May 10, 2013. The studio album is “Native” (2013) and reached first in many countries. The video ends on a sad note with a tragedy where a person falls through the floor.
10. Sugar, 4 Billion views:
Sugar was released by the band ‘V’ in 2015 and has been very popular. Included in the top 10 most viewed YouTube videos, this video visualizes the performance at the marriage parties. The guests are the heroes who witness the eye-catching performance of the band at the wedding receptions.
The creativity in making catchy tunes that are so soothing to the ears has made this song quite popular, as the audience loves to watch it.
Conclusion:
Finally, aforesaid are the top 10 most videos YouTube videos that have ruled the streaming service for years. They have written a golden phase in the industry by bringing business to the video streaming platform thanks to the increase in viewership.
YouTube is all set to become bigger and go higher in stature, as its popularity won’t lessen in the future. Since it is a wonderful medium to watch visually captivating music videos or movies within a few clicks and remove your boredom whenever or wherever you want.
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