×3“After leaving the stadium everywhere IShowSpeed went he saw Messi 😭”
@espn · 60M followers
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This creator normally gets 105K views. This one got 280K. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A creator expresses frustration as he encounters images and references to Messi everywhere he goes, first with a McDonald's employee wearing a Messi jersey, then with a Messi cardboard cutout and merchandise in a store.
Open original ↗280K
Views
5.8%
Engagement
85/100
Virality
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Why it worked
The video works due to its relatable humor, as the creator's exaggerated frustration with seeing Messi everywhere resonates with viewers who might have similar experiences with popular figures or trends. The unexpected appearances of Messi in everyday places create comedic timing and a sense of playful annoyance, which is highly engaging.
relatable humorunexpected comedic timingengaging creator personalitysimple yet effective premise
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