Gangnam Style

The absurdity of PSY's over-the-top dance moves and the catchy beat made it impossible not to share. It was pure joy wrapped in a hilarious package that had everyone wanting to join the fun.

The viral K-pop hit that made everyone dance like nobody was watching — and broke the internet in 2012.

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Oppan Gangnam Style!

— PSY shouted this in the song, becoming a cultural catchphrase that encapsulated the song's fun spirit.

People use 'Gangnam Style' to reference the song, dance, or just to evoke a sense of fun and silliness. For example, you might see a TikTok captioned, 'When you finally finish your work and can dance like no one’s watching!'

Gangnam Style dropped on YouTube on July 15, 2012, and quickly became a sensation in South Korea before exploding globally. PSY's quirky style and the iconic horse dance made it a must-watch.

1. 2012-07Gangnam Style is released and quickly goes viral in South Korea.
2. 2012-12Becomes the first video to reach 1 billion views on YouTube.

The song became a global phenomenon, topping charts in multiple countries and inspiring countless parodies and covers. Major media outlets like CNN and BuzzFeed helped amplify its reach, making it a cultural touchstone.