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The Advertiser
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
It's official. Baby Shark is the most annoying kids' song when driving
It's official. Baby Shark by Pinkfong is the most distracting kids' song when driving, according to Aussie parents. The song, dating back to the late 20th century, went viral in 2016 after the South Korean entertainment company released a version of the track. The video of the song, with accompanying dance movements, is the most viewed clip on YouTube, accumulating over 15 billion views, research from Allianz Australia has found. See the full list: Fifty-three per cent of Aussie parents nominated the kids' classic as the most distracting song. This was followed by Wheels on the Bus (28 per cent) and Old McDonald's Farm (20 per cent). The research found sixty per cent of Aussie parents say the type of childrens' music they play affects their driving behaviour. Forty per cent say they are more likely to catch themselves speeding as a result. Fast-paced music, particularly songs with over 120 beats per minute (BPM), significantly impaired driving performance. In contrast, slower music, ranging between 60-80 BPM, was found to have a beneficial effect, with 50 per cent of parents saying it helped them stay relaxed. READ MORE: Childcare abuse probe widens with more centres linked to accused worker Allianz GM Laura Halbert told ACM that songs like Baby Shark are "super catchy" but also have a "fast tempo and repetitive nature" that likely has an impact on a driver's ability to concentrate. "As the school holidays come to an end, and with the homeward journey in mind, we want to give parents a simple tool to help them stay focused and ensure the safety of their loved ones," she said. As for her pet song peeve? Ms Halbert, who is a mother herself, nominated Lava Chicken from this year's A MineCraft Movie. To access your own Allianz Seat Belters playlist, click here. It's official. Baby Shark by Pinkfong is the most distracting kids' song when driving, according to Aussie parents. The song, dating back to the late 20th century, went viral in 2016 after the South Korean entertainment company released a version of the track. The video of the song, with accompanying dance movements, is the most viewed clip on YouTube, accumulating over 15 billion views, research from Allianz Australia has found. See the full list: Fifty-three per cent of Aussie parents nominated the kids' classic as the most distracting song. This was followed by Wheels on the Bus (28 per cent) and Old McDonald's Farm (20 per cent). The research found sixty per cent of Aussie parents say the type of childrens' music they play affects their driving behaviour. Forty per cent say they are more likely to catch themselves speeding as a result. Fast-paced music, particularly songs with over 120 beats per minute (BPM), significantly impaired driving performance. In contrast, slower music, ranging between 60-80 BPM, was found to have a beneficial effect, with 50 per cent of parents saying it helped them stay relaxed. READ MORE: Childcare abuse probe widens with more centres linked to accused worker Allianz GM Laura Halbert told ACM that songs like Baby Shark are "super catchy" but also have a "fast tempo and repetitive nature" that likely has an impact on a driver's ability to concentrate. "As the school holidays come to an end, and with the homeward journey in mind, we want to give parents a simple tool to help them stay focused and ensure the safety of their loved ones," she said. As for her pet song peeve? Ms Halbert, who is a mother herself, nominated Lava Chicken from this year's A MineCraft Movie. To access your own Allianz Seat Belters playlist, click here. It's official. Baby Shark by Pinkfong is the most distracting kids' song when driving, according to Aussie parents. The song, dating back to the late 20th century, went viral in 2016 after the South Korean entertainment company released a version of the track. The video of the song, with accompanying dance movements, is the most viewed clip on YouTube, accumulating over 15 billion views, research from Allianz Australia has found. See the full list: Fifty-three per cent of Aussie parents nominated the kids' classic as the most distracting song. This was followed by Wheels on the Bus (28 per cent) and Old McDonald's Farm (20 per cent). The research found sixty per cent of Aussie parents say the type of childrens' music they play affects their driving behaviour. Forty per cent say they are more likely to catch themselves speeding as a result. Fast-paced music, particularly songs with over 120 beats per minute (BPM), significantly impaired driving performance. In contrast, slower music, ranging between 60-80 BPM, was found to have a beneficial effect, with 50 per cent of parents saying it helped them stay relaxed. READ MORE: Childcare abuse probe widens with more centres linked to accused worker Allianz GM Laura Halbert told ACM that songs like Baby Shark are "super catchy" but also have a "fast tempo and repetitive nature" that likely has an impact on a driver's ability to concentrate. "As the school holidays come to an end, and with the homeward journey in mind, we want to give parents a simple tool to help them stay focused and ensure the safety of their loved ones," she said. As for her pet song peeve? Ms Halbert, who is a mother herself, nominated Lava Chicken from this year's A MineCraft Movie. To access your own Allianz Seat Belters playlist, click here.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Roxanne Perez Reveals A Hilarious Connection Between Gunther and Baby Shark
Roxanne Perez has joined in with fans who have made a hilarious connection between Gunther's theme song and a notorious kids' song. During a recent appearance on Sheamus' 'Celtic Warrior Workouts' YouTube series, Perez spoke about her niece. According to Perez, her niece has become a big fan of the iconic song 'Baby Shark.' Roxanne Perez went on to say that one day, her niece heard Gunther's theme song and likened the intro to 'Baby Shark,' and began singing the song. 'You know what's funny? Maybe last week, my niece was watching, and my sister calls me. She's like, funniest thing just happened. Gunther, it's the first time she watched Gunther. His music starts playing, and it's like, da-da, da, and my niece goes, it's Baby Shark!' 'She just starts singing Baby Shark to Gunther's theme song and now I can't un-hear it. Every time I hear Gunther's theme song, I hear Baby Shark.' Perez's niece is not the first person to make the comparison between the theme song and children's tune. For years, fans have noted the similarities between the first notes to the intro and the intro to 'Baby Shark.' READ MORE: What do you think? Do you agree with Roxanne Perez? Does the theme song remind you of 'Baby Shark?' Does it remind you of another song, perhaps? Let us know in the comments section below. The post Roxanne Perez Reveals A Hilarious Connection Between Gunther and Baby Shark appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Newborn Won't Stop Crying, Then Dad Discovers One Thing That Works
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Becoming a parent is often a journey of learning on the go—getting to know your baby; figuring out what they like and dislike; and discovering what soothes them or winds them up. Every baby is unique, and, sometimes, their preferences are as surprising as they are specific. One dad recently shared his 1-month-old daughter's unusual quirk: she will settle down only when he sings the R&B hit "Nokia" by Drake. Jeraun Richards posted this hilarious routine on Instagram (@jrichofficial), where it quickly went viral, racking up more than 885,000 views and over 91,000 likes. In the video, Richards is seen cradling his crying daughter, Zyla, with his two brothers behind him. They try singing Baby Shark first—but it doesn't work. "She doesn't like any children's songs as of yet," Richards told Newsweek. Richards and his brothers trying to soothe Zyla while singing "Baby Shark" (left); and the dad shows the camera his calm daughter. Richards and his brothers trying to soothe Zyla while singing "Baby Shark" (left); and the dad shows the camera his calm daughter. Instagram/@jrichofficial Richards added that "Nokia" has been her favorite since she was just 1 week old. Some people might say it's actually a good thing Zyla doesn't like "Baby Shark," the famously polarizing children's song by South Korean company Pinkfong, which is adored by kids but dreaded by many adults. BonusInsider says that "Baby Shark" is the first YouTube video to surpass 10 billion views—a record it still holds. Created in 2016, it went viral in 2017 and eventually overtook "Despacito" after four years to become the platform's most-viewed video. It is estimated that "Baby Shark" has earned around $22 million purely from YouTube views and ad clicks. Motivated by its success, BonusInsider analyzed the top 10 most-watched YouTube videos (as of November 20, 2022) to see how much revenue they have generated and to understand better what types of content attract the most views. One commenter posted: "Momma was definitely listening to good music the whole pregnancy!!" Richards told Newsweek: "Well, I played this song in the car a lot while she was pregnant so that is true." Indeed, research suggests that playing music for babies before they are born can have lasting effects on their developing brains. One study found that prenatal music exposure boosted babies' brain responses to that same music months after birth. Another study showed that, when babies heard certain speech sounds in the womb, their brains were better prepared to recognize them later on. So far, the clip captioned, "I think my baby just wants to be at a concert every day," has almost 2,000 comments. As one viewer put it: "I mean she did stop crying so I guess he's right." "She was just bored and needed to be entertained!" another commenter wrote.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
GUNTHER X Baby Shark: Former NXT Women's champion changes the way we hear Gunther's theme
Via WWE: Gunther Sheamus keeps up his trend of being fit by working out with several WWE superstars while also generating valuable content via his Celtic Warrior Workouts. One such piece of an iconic conversation happened when Sheamus invited Roxanne Perez to that show and shared delightful talks alongside a full-body workout. During his classic question of 'the embarrassing song on their playlist,' Perez gave a huge new outlook on a historic song, Baby Shark, comparing it with the current World Heavyweight Champion, Gunther. Roxanne Perez can't unhear Gunther's theme now Roxanne shared a hilarious story about her niece's reaction to a WWE moment. During the Celtic Warrior workout , Perez recounted how her young niece, new to watching WWE, made a funny connection with Gunther's theme, Prepare to Fight. When the imposing Gunther's entrance music played on Monday Night Raw, her niece immediately thought it sounded like the catchy children's tune 'Baby Shark.' The Prodigy shared the story, saying, 'You know what's funny? Maybe last week, my niece was watching, and my sister calls me. She's like, funniest thing just happened. Gunther, it's the first time she watched Gunther. His music starts playing, and it's like, da-da, da, and my niece goes, it's Baby Shark!' She added, 'She just starts singing Baby Shark to Gunther's theme song and now I can't un-hear it. Every time I hear Gunther's theme song, I hear Baby Shark.' Roxanne Perez's "FULL BODY WITH THE PRODIGY" workout | Celtic Warrior Workouts Ep. 157 The adorable mix-up has now stuck with Perez, making it impossible for her to hear Gunther's intense entrance theme without thinking of the playful 'Baby Shark' melody. This weekend, Perez will shift her focus from funny family moments to high-stakes competition at WWE Evolution 2025. She'll team up with Raquel Rodriguez to defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships as part of The Judgment Day. The duo will face tough competition in a Fatal 4-Way Tag Team Match against three other talented teams: Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, Sol Ruca and Zaria, and The Kabuki Warriors . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The event promises to be an exciting showdown, with the titles on the line. WWE Evolution 2025 is set to take place on Sunday, July 14, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Fans in the United States can watch the action live on Peacock, while international viewers can catch the event on Netflix. Also read: For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Miami Herald
07-07-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Mirae Asset, KB top first-half IPO market in Korea
SEOUL, July 7 (UPI) -- Mirae Asset Securities and KB Securities topped South Korea's initial public offering market during the first six months of this year. According to Korea Exchange's first-half data Monday, Mirae Asset Securities was next to none in the deal count, while KB Securities dominated in total offering value. Mirae Asset underwrote a total of nine IPOs, including such major deals as Seoul Guarantee Insurance, the country's only comprehensive guarantee provider. Samsung Securities and Korea Investment & Securities followed with seven deals each, and KB Securities ranked fourth with six. When it comes to total offering amount, however, KB stood out with $919 million, chased by Mirae Asset with $254 million and Samsung Securities with $208 million. To date, Korea's biggest IPO this year was that of LG CNS, which secured about $440 million. Both Mirae Asset and KB helped the LG affiliate go public. Overall, the market was strong this year. The total IPO proceeds rose more than 30% year-on-year to $1.6 billion, compared to $1.2 billion in the first half of 2024. Competition between Mirae Asset and KB is likely to intensify during the second half. Mirae Asset is set to underwrite the IPO of the Pinkfong Co., an entertainment firm, this year. Its market capitalization is projected to be around $1.5 billion. During the virus pandemic, the company's Baby Shark video gained global popularity. It was the most-viewed YouTube clip in 2020 and surpassed 10 billion views by 2022. KB Securities is scheduled to participate in the IPO of Daehan Shipbuilding. The company is predicted to debut with a market capitalization of around $1.18 billion. Copyright 2025 UPI News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
