Gangnamstyle

Gangnam Style is a K-pop song by South Korean musician Psy. It was released on July 15, 2012, as the lead single from his sixth studio album, Psy 6 (Six Rules), Part 1. The song is a parody of the lifestyle led by residents of Gangnam, a wealthy and trendy district in Seoul. Psy described Gangnam Style as "<bos> dans l'ensemble de ma carrière" meaning "a song about the overall character of my career."

The song's music video, featuring Psy's comedic and energetic dance moves, became a viral phenomenon. It quickly gained international attention and broke numerous records on video-sharing platforms, most notably YouTube. On December 21, 2012, the music video for Gangnam Style became the first YouTube video to reach one billion views. It continued to accumulate views, becoming the most-viewed video on YouTube at the time.

Gangnam Style achieved widespread commercial success globally. It topped the music charts in numerous countries, including South Korea, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. The song's distinctive horse-riding dance became instantly recognizable and was widely imitated. The song's popularity led to increased international interest in K-pop music and culture. Despite its massive success, the song also faced some criticism for its perceived superficiality and cultural appropriation. However, its impact on global music and internet culture remains undeniable.