Keyboard Cat Punctuates Awkward Moments With Panache
Rachel — May 21, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: weblogs.newsday
Over the last few days, a phenomenon has been sweeping the Internet. What is it, you ask? It’s Keyboard Cat, of course!
Keyboard Cat is a great way to punctuate any awkward television moment, like TV hosts throwing up, or a “Walker: Texas Ranger” episode that declares a child has a disease. Watch the video above—you won’t be sorry.
Implications - It's impossible to predict whether an Internet video will become a viral meme, but Keyboard Cat hit the jackpot by turning an adorable personified pet into a virtuoso pianist. The unexpected combination of a household pet, catchy music and amateur filmmaking made this YouTube video a must-see around the world.
Keyboard Cat is a great way to punctuate any awkward television moment, like TV hosts throwing up, or a “Walker: Texas Ranger” episode that declares a child has a disease. Watch the video above—you won’t be sorry.
Implications - It's impossible to predict whether an Internet video will become a viral meme, but Keyboard Cat hit the jackpot by turning an adorable personified pet into a virtuoso pianist. The unexpected combination of a household pet, catchy music and amateur filmmaking made this YouTube video a must-see around the world.
Trend Themes
1. Viral Pet Videos - Opportunities to showcase pets in unique ways and create viral content for social media.
2. Amateur Filmmaking - Opportunities to create engaging content with limited resources to connect with audiences.
3. Unexpected Combinations - Opportunities to merge unlikely elements to create new and exciting content.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Products - Opportunities to create new and unique pet products that can be showcased in viral videos.
2. Social Media - Opportunities to leverage social media to showcase engaging and entertaining content.
3. Entertainment - Opportunities to create unique and surprising content for audiences across various entertainment platforms.
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