“I MELTED MY DRONE FOR THIS SHOT”

Name: I MELTED MY DRONE FOR THIS SHOT
Uploaded: 2025-06-10T16:48:03+00:00
Channel: @mcgeee
Description: The video starts with a drone on the ground near an erupting volcano, then shows the drone flying directly over and into the lava flow, capturing stunning, close-up footage of the molten rock.

@mcgeee · 260K followers

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This creator normally gets 4.4K views. This one got 35M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.

The video starts with a drone on the ground near an erupting volcano, then shows the drone flying directly over and into the lava flow, capturing stunning, close-up footage of the molten rock.

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35M

Views

8.5%

Engagement

95/100

Virality

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Why it worked

The video combines a bold claim with incredibly rare and visually stunning footage, creating immediate curiosity and a sense of danger/excitement. The FPV drone perspective makes the viewer feel immersed in the experience, and the high-stakes nature of melting a drone for the shot adds to its appeal.

Unique and dangerous subject matterHigh-quality, immersive FPV drone footageStrong hook that creates immediate intrigueVisually spectacular and rare content

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