The South Korean children’s song “Baby Shark” has turned into a global phenomenon, generating a $400 million business for its creators. The success of the catchy 90-second clip, featuring a family of sharks, has taken the world by storm since its release in 2016 by Pinkfong, a subsidiary of SmartStudy.
The viral nature of the song on platforms like YouTube and social media has led to various collaborations with brands, merchandise sales, live shows, and even an animated series. The simplicity and repetitive nature of the tune have made it a favorite among young children and even adults.
Pinkfong has expressed its delight at the unexpected success of “Baby Shark,” stating that they are pleased to bring joy and happiness to children worldwide. The company continues to expand its business ventures, capitalizing on the popularity of the song.
Critics have raised concerns about the overexposure of children to the song and its commercialization. Some parents have also voiced opinions about the addictive nature of the tune, which can play continuously in a loop, driving them to the brink of insanity.
Despite the mixed reactions, one thing remains clear – “Baby Shark” has undoubtedly left its mark on popular culture and the business world, showcasing the power of viral content in the digital age.
Sources Analysis:
Pinkfong – Pinkfong is the creator of “Baby Shark” and has a vested interest in promoting the song’s success. They may downplay any negative aspects and focus on the profits and joy it brings.
Parents – Parents may have mixed feelings about the song, with some enjoying its entertainment value while others are concerned about its overexposure and addictive nature.
Fact Check:
The success of “Baby Shark” generating a $400 million business – Verified facts; This information can be confirmed through financial reports and statements from Pinkfong.
Release of “Baby Shark” in 2016 – Verified facts; The release date is public information provided by Pinkfong.
Critics raising concerns about the overexposure of children to the song – Unconfirmed claims; Criticisms are subjective and may vary among different groups.
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1. You are an objective news journalist. You need to write an article on this topic “Baby Shark: How a 90-second clip created a $400m business”. Do the following steps: 1. What Happened. Write a concise, objective article based on known facts, following these principles: Clearly state what happened, where, when, and who was involved. Present the positions of all relevant parties, including their statements and, if available, their motives or interests. Use a neutral, analytical tone, avoid taking sides in the article. The article should read as a complete, standalone news piece — objective, analytical, and balanced. Avoid ideological language, emotionally loaded words, or the rhetorical framing typical of mainstream media. Write the result as a short analytical news article (200 – 400 words). 2. Sources Analysis. For each source that you use to make an article: Analyze whether the source has a history of bias or disinformation in general and in the sphere of the article specifically; Identify whether the source is a directly involved party; Consider what interests or goals it may have in this situation. Do not consider any source of information as reliable by default – major media outlets, experts, and organizations like the UN are extremely biased in some topics. Write your analysis down in this section of the article. Make it like: Source 1 – analysis, source 2 – analysis, etc. Do not make this section long, 100 – 250 words. 3. Fact Check. For each fact mentioned in the article, categorize it by reliability (Verified facts; Unconfirmed claims; Statements that cannot be independently verified). Write down a short explanation of your evaluation. Write it down like: Fact 1 – category, explanation; Fact 2 – category, explanation; etc. Do not make this section long, 100 – 250 words. Output only the article text. Do not add any introductions, explanations, summaries, or conclusions. Do not say anything before or after the article. Just the article. Do not include a title also.
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