Baby Shark Boy to make singer debut with new single 'WAVE'

The boy from the globally popular 'Baby Shark' video has grown up and is returning as a singer. 'Baby Shark Boy,' who was beloved by children worldwide during his childhood, is embarking on a new challenge with music that reflects his own voice and stories about 10 years later.

The Pinkfong Company announced on the 10th that Baby Shark Boy will release his first digital single 'WAVE' on the 20th at 12 PM.

Baby Shark Boy became a global star by appearing in the 'Pinkfong Baby Shark Gymnastics' video released in 2016. At the time, the sight of the young boy dancing alongside the Baby Shark character, paired with the highly addictive song, drew an explosive response.

The video has surpassed a cumulative view count of 17.2 billion to date and is recorded as the highest-viewed content on The Pinkfong Company's channel. If related derivative content is included, the view count approaches 20 billion. This figure is more than double the approximately 9 billion views of the global hit 'Despacito.'

In particular, the simple video of two children dancing to the English version of 'Shark Family' spread to children around the world, transcending language and border barriers. Baby Shark Boy also gained global recognition through this video during his childhood.

Now, about 10 years have passed. The boy who once danced next to Baby Shark has become an artist releasing music under his own name.

The first digital single 'WAVE' holds more meaning than just a debut song. It serves as a declaration of gratitude to the fans who remembered him from his childhood, while simultaneously signaling his intent to move beyond his past image and begin a new chapter with his own voice.

Baby Shark Boy also participated directly in writing the lyrics for the track. It is significant that the boy who appeared before countless people in his childhood is now verbalizing his own experiences and emotions through music. Furthermore, MONSTA X's JOOHONEY participated as a featured artist, heightening anticipation and the song's quality.

"I have always been grateful that people still remember the video I appeared in during my childhood," Baby Shark Boy said regarding his debut. "If 10 years ago I was dancing next to Baby Shark, now I wanted to let you hear my voice and the stories I wrote myself."

He continued, expressing his excitement about taking his first step as a singer, "I am happy to be able to start this new beginning with those who have remembered me for a long time."

This debut represents a moment where a massive internet meme transforms into a real-life growth narrative. He is stepping before the public as an artist who now creates his own music and tells his own stories, moving away from the childhood image once shared by billions.

If the global phenomenon 'Baby Shark' opened the door for him to meet the public for the first time, 'WAVE' is the first step toward walking his own path through that door.

The world is watching to see what kind of artist the boy remembered by billions has become. All eyes are on the debut of Baby Shark Boy, where childhood memories and a new musical identity intersect.

Baby Shark Boy's first digital single 'WAVE' will be released on various music release platforms on the 20th at 12 PM.