Stars aren’t born in a day, but their music videos may reach popularity in 24 hours. Surprised? you shouldn’t be. The following post proves their music videos have reached millions and billions of views in a day.
It is true that just before the release, even passing ‘seconds’ or ‘minutes’ tests your patience, as you are eager to be among the first few to watch the video. Yes, as loyal YouTube fans, we would have experienced the same. In the quest to be ahead of the rest, you quickly grab the opportunity and share it with your friends and family.
Rightly so, as the craze to enjoy newly released videos has such an adrenalin rush that it is hard to be missed. Here is the list of the
Top 15 Most Viewed Youtube Videos in 24 Hours
As ‘Time’ is King here, it is important to list the 15 most viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours that have created a sensation of sorts. These videos have gone to a massive phase of ‘craze’, ‘excitement,’ and ‘sensation’ where millions of views in a few hours have become a ‘new normal.”
1. Gangnam Style, 4.16 Billion Views:
How is “history” created? Certain records are unbreakable, and that’s how landmarks are etched forever. Yes, I am talking about Gangnam style, which got 4.16 billion views in 24 hours and occupied one of the top 10 most liked youtube videos till now.
There was a phase when the song was hummed by one and all, thanks to its catchy, unique, and irresistible lyrics and music. It was sung by a South Korean singer, Psy, which has created a sensation of sorts online, and fans were gaga over it.
2. Spiderman: No Way Home, 355 Million Views:
“What’s the instant reaction on hearing “Spiderman?” The character offers an exciting world for children who can’t think of anything more than their favorite hero. The music video got 355.5 million views in 24 hours. The trailer is from Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures.
3. Butter- BTS, 112 Million Views:
South Korean rock band BTS is a name that has set a benchmark by getting over 112 million views within 24 hours of the release of Butter. When dedication, consistency, creativity, and hard work go through, it results in the success that the rock band deserves.
Popularity is also a motivation for those in the initial phase of their career who want to create videos that can be counted among the most viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours.
4. Dynamite- BTS, 101.1 Million Views:
Dynamite has achieved 101.1 million views in 24 hours, among the 15 most-viewed YouTube videos. The song revisits the era of the seventies and eighties with its disco-pop track with soul and funk elements reminding of the era.
Percolating the theme right on the attire is no less than a delight to the eyes, which were a part of that era. The reflection can be the same through the outfits with a vintage look and the nostalgic visuals that do justice to the video.
5. Pink Venom- Blackpink, 90.4 Million Views:
A history is created where Blackpink registered a pleasantly unexpected and highly welcoming figure of over 90.4 million views. The music video proved to be the biggest music video debut ever. The world will continue to remember the emphatic beginning for sure.
6. How You Like That – Blackpink, 86.3 Million Views:
‘How You Like That’ is another one of the 15 most viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours. Many fans would go on humming the song, especially the melodic line “How you like that” accompanied by music.
The song is full of energy and vibrance, reaching 86.3 million views in 24 hours. South Korean girl group, namely Blackpink has created the song.
7. Ice Cream – Blackpink, 79 Million Views:
When fans can connect with a song and the associated stars, it potentially reaches the heights of popularity. More so, Selena Gomez has been a bubbly and cheerful face right from their Disney days.
She is an icon of youth, especially girls, thanks to her dedication, creativity, and hard work. One of the songs that have broken records of popularity is “Ice Cream.” It was no wonder that the song would become popular, given the ecstatic and light-hearted vibe that the song depicted. It is done in collaboration with K-Pop group Blackpink which received over 79 million views in 24 hours.
8. Boy With Luv – BTS, 74.6 Million Views:
There is ‘another’ level of excitement when the work done with collaboration tends to overpower the usual dominance. I am talking about how the due BTS and Halsey came together for the song “Boy With Luv” in April 2019. The result? Well, it was on the list of the 15 most-viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours.
Since collaboration resulted in the breakthrough in the scenario where K-pop used to dominate the charts earlier. It reached 74.6 million views in 24 hours.
9. Lalisa – Lisa, 73.6 Million Views:
Lalisa is another video that has attained 73.6 million views on YouTube in 24 hours. Lisa is a rapper and dancer in the South Korean girl group Blackpink.
Fans loved the music video so much that within 24 hours, it got the tag of being the most-viewed YouTube music video by a solo performer. Songs are an instant medium of bringing the world’s attention to culture and tradition. The artist knew that she could bring instant attention.
Being a Thai artist, she has given a sneak peek into its culture. A few of the song’s highlights relate to wearing a tall, pointed headdress with a beaded dress (golden) followed by a cape and ear cuffs (golden jasmine) as if to showcase how traditionally rich and colorful Thai culture is.
10. Life Goes On – BTS, 71.6 Million Views:
“Life Goes On” is a song with a close meaning with reality as life never stops. South Korean boy band BTS recorded it on November 2020. In just 24 hours of the release, the song has received 71.6 million views.
Fans developed an instant connection thanks to the rock band which needs no introduction. The soothing music and the lyrics helped the fans relate to the life incident. The song is also an eye-opener to never succumb to the pressure and troubles in life as “life goes on.”
11. Nain Bengali – Guru Randhawa, 71.4 Million Views:
When the entertainment industry of different countries has made a blast in 24 hours, how can the Indian film industry be far behind? Considering their prominence on the world map is an obvious reality. Likewise, an Indian music video Nain Bengali has fetched 71.4 million views on YouTube in 24 hours.
To create a unique look for the video full of freshness, Randhawa is wearing a cool attire by doing his spike gray. The young man’s confidence has further added to his appearance as Guru has choreographed his moves in Nain Bengali.
12. Permission To Dance – BTS, 71.3 Million Views:
Has it ever happened that amid problems that have depressed you, listening to music videos has cheered you up? Yes, indeed. “Permission to Dance” can be considered a live example to help viewers escape boredom and anxiety reeling under lockdown.
Yes, after all, the music video was released on July 9, 2021, and incidentally, the video happen to give respite from the turmoil and tensions associated with derailment due to the Covid pandemic. The video was such an inspiration and full of energy. It gained 71.3 million views within 24 hours of its release.
13. “Me!”- Taylor Swift ft. Brendon Urie, 62.5 Million Views:
As a fan, you know you have a reason to feel proud. But why? Well, it is because the music video of your favorite celebrity is in the list of 15 most viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours. Exactly, quite like the music video “Me,” which fetched enormous 62.5 million views on YouTube in 24 hours.
That’s right because Taylor Swift, an American singer and songwriter, features another singer Brendon Urie. The song, released on April 26, 2019, has set a record by being in the top 15.
14. Doja Cat, 21 Million Views:
Are you curious to know what’s next? Yes, another one of the most viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours has to be a song by Doja cat.
The lyrics speak about creativity, considering that it highlights and cherishes femininity and references Mary, Mother Earth. It received 21 million views in 24 hours.
15. DNA – BTS, 21 Million Views:
K-pop group has reasons to celebrate victory again. Why not? When they deserve it, given the kind of success they have achieved through releasing the DNA music video, which received 21 million views in 24 hours.
Conclusion:
Finally, aforesaid are the 15 most viewed YouTube videos in 24 hours. The popularity is undoubtedly based on how the star performers can develop an instant association through the music video. Yes, the face of the fans at once lights up with excitement as they have a ‘soulful’ connection that is hard to describe in mere words. Likewise, racing to be amongst the first in line to watch the music video is just a reflection that fans love their celebrities to the eternal.
I am Afzal Zaheer , a freelance content developer with over 13 years of experience. ‘Choice of Words’ are important to bring the exact meaning and I am passionate to bring the ‘best’ for binding the interest of readers. I always aim to guide the budding content developers as a way of giving back to the love and respect I have got in my journey.
