The story behind the success that is “Baby Shark.”

A closer look at “the most annoying song ever.”

Christopher Massimine
ILLUMINATION’S MIRROR

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Photo courtesy of Shore Fire Media

Let’s make a splash! The “Baby Shark” song is a viral sensation that has taken the world by storm. This catchy tune is the most popular children’s song on YouTube, with more than 11 billion views and counting. Kids are singing it in playgrounds, classrooms, and at home. The lyrics are simple enough for toddlers to remember — and they’re easy enough for parents to sing along with: “Baby shark doo doo doo doo doo doo doo… baby shark doo doo doo doo doo doo doo.” Despite its popularity, few people know where this song came from or how it got so big. Today we’ll explore those questions while learning more about this adorable tune that puts us all in a good mood (even if we’ve heard it a million times).

How a simple song of a shark family became a phenomenon.

There are many reasons why the song has become so successful. First, it’s a catchy tune that you can’t help but sing along to. The lyrics are easy to remember and learn, making the song stick in your head for days on end. The rhythm is simple but effective, which makes it easy for anyone to dance along with the video or sing at home alone. In addition, its simple melody makes it an accessible song for people of all ages — even children as young as five years old can learn how to…

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Christopher Massimine
ILLUMINATION’S MIRROR

Christopher Massimine is an entrepreneur, mental health advocate, biz devo expert, contributor for “Entrepreneur,” & EP of the animated feature “The Inventor.”