Baby Shark Boy Debuts as Singer After 10 Years
The boy in the ‘Pinkfong Baby Shark Dance’ video, which is recording the highest number of YouTube views worldwide, will officially debut as a singer after 10 years. The Pinkfong Company announced on August 10 that it will release Baby Shark Boy’s first digital single ‘WAVE (Feat. Joohoney (Monsta X
After 10 years, the boy from the globally popular 'Pinkfong Baby Shark Dance' video is set to make his singing debut. On August 10, The Pinkfong Company announced that Baby Shark Boy will release his first digital single, 'WAVE (Feat. Joohoney (Monsta X))' at 12 PM on August 20. This is the first artist project by The Pinkfong Company that links a popular intellectual property with the career development of an actual cast member through music.
Baby Shark Boy came to public attention in 2016 when he appeared in the 'Pinkfong Baby Shark Dance' video, which has since amassed over 17 billion cumulative views and held the top spot on YouTube for 69 consecutive months. In 2021, he showcased his continued relevance by recording 22 million views in content celebrating the video's 10th anniversary.
For his debut single, Baby Shark Boy contributed to the songwriting process, expressing his joy at standing in front of the public again after a decade and his ambition for a fresh challenge. Joohoney of the group Monsta X also features on the track, enhancing the musical synergy.
The company plans to explore Baby Shark Boy's past and present through the music and its accompanying video. A teaser video will be released on August 10 at 10 AM via the Baby Shark Boy YouTube channel. Following the single's release, a behind-the-scenes documentary titled 'WAVE: The Boy's Record' will be shared, chronicling the evolution of Baby Shark Boy alongside Baby Shark.
Reflecting on his journey, Baby Shark Boy shared his gratitude for the lasting recognition of his appearance in the video. He expressed his desire to share the story he wrote himself and his own voice on this new venture. He expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to begin again alongside those who have remembered him over the years.
The project is designed to provide fans worldwide with an authentic portrayal of Baby Shark Boy's growth, highlighting his special memories with Baby Shark. His first digital single, 'WAVE', will be distributed on major domestic and international music streaming platforms on August 20.
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