What is a Viral Video? I Mean Really....
I get asked this question a lot.
The definition of a viral video is a bit sketchy, but to me it means any video that offers a compelling or repeatable story that encourages people to pass it on electronically to a friend or to a buddy list. It moves from person to person and weaves it way across the web. It is a must see because of its content whether it is funny, sad, stupid, or educational.
Per Wikipedia; "There is no universal number for how many views "viral" means; it varies significantly by platform, audience size, and growth velocity, though a common benchmark for significant virality is millions of views in a short period. For example, on YouTube, 1 million views within days can be viral, while on TikTok, 100,000 views or more can indicate a viral success. Virality is also defined by a rapid spike in likes, shares, and comments, and is more significant when it reaches beyond a creator's typical audience."
Curious about the top viral videos of all time? Number one is Baby Shark Dance with over 16 Billion views. Trust me.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_most-viewed_YouTube_videos
John Bradley Jackson
© Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.