Bed Intruder Song
The Gregory Brothers, Antoine Dodson
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12 facts about this song
Creation ContextThe "Bed Intruder Song" was created by The Gregory Brothers, a group known for their auto-tuned news videos on YouTube, often referred to as 'Songify the News.'
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InspirationThe song was inspired by an interview with Antoine Dodson, who was warning his neighbors about an intruder who had attempted to assault his sister.
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YouTube SensationThe song went viral on YouTube and, as of 2021, has amassed over 145 million views.
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Commercial SuccessDespite its unconventional origin, the "Bed Intruder Song" achieved significant commercial success. It entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making Antoine Dodson a known figure in popular culture.
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iTunes SuccessOnly a few days after it was made available on iTunes, the track became the top-ranked song, surpassing artists like Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.
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Revenue GenerationOne-half of the profits from the iTunes sales were given to Dodson, which he reportedly used to move his family out of the projects.
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Billboard RecognitionThe "Bed Intruder Song" was ranked #89 in Billboard's Hot 100 list for 2010, marking a significant moment of internet culture crossing over into mainstream music recognition.
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Best MemesTime Magazine named it one of the Top Ten Memes of 2010, highlighting the societal impact of viral internet content.
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Impact on Antoine DodsonFollowing the song's release, Antoine Dodson made numerous media appearances and even started a line of merchandise with phrases from the song.
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Collaborative performanceThe Gregory Brothers and Antoine Dodson performed the song together at the 2010 BET Hip Hop Awards.
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TV appearancesThe song has been featured in various television series such as The Cleveland Show and Glee.
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ParodiesThe "Bed Intruder Song" has been parodied in countless other videos and remixes, further cementing its status as a viral phenomenon.
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