I find it amazing how some things become so viral with today’s society. Things like LOLcats, Kony, Gangnam Style, and many more internet memes have peaked the interest of a large number of people all over the world. Hell, even Google’s brain simulation found some interest in cats. It seems there’s a new contender in the viral world now. It’s called “the Harlem Shake“.
After some research, I’ve been able to find that the original idea was created and uploaded to YouTube by a group of 5 teenagers from Queensland, Australia known as “The Sunny Coast Skate”. Just from that, I personally can’t see how the Harlem Shake became so popular so quickly. Admittedly, it is a short video, so can be watched pretty quickly. Aside from that, I’m just confused by it.
What do you think? Do you think it’s a meme to keep track of? Or will it die just as quickly as it started? Leave your opinions in the comments below!