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Global YouTube Popularity Data
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This dataset provides detailed information on the 1000 most popular YouTube videos as of 27th January 2025. It offers a snapshot of content that has captivated global audiences, including metrics such as video views, likes, and publication dates. This resource is invaluable for analysing digital content trends, understanding audience engagement, and exploring the dynamics of viral media on one of the world's largest video platforms.
Columns
- Rank: The ranking position of each video, from 1 to 1000.
- Video: A textual description or title of the YouTube video.
- Video Views: The total number of views accumulated by the video, ranging from approximately 44.9 thousand to 6.55 billion.
- Likes: The total number of 'likes' received by the video, with values varying from 433 to 44.4 million.
- Dislikes: The total number of 'dislikes' for the video, ranging from 0 to 178 thousand. Please note, this column has approximately 47% missing values.
- Category: The categorisation of the video, with common types including Music (43%) and People & Blogs (26%). This column has approximately 2% missing values.
- Published: The year in which the video was originally published on YouTube, spanning from 2005 to 2025.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV file, approximately 89.71 KB in size. It comprises 1000 individual records across 7 distinct columns, offering a structured overview of the most popular YouTube content.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Trend analysis: Identifying emerging patterns and popular content types on YouTube.
- Market research: Gaining insights into audience preferences and engagement metrics for video content.
- Content strategy: Informing decisions for content creators and marketers on effective video production.
- Academic research: Studying digital media consumption, virality, and social influence.
Coverage
The dataset primarily focuses on the most popular videos globally, without specific geographic limitations. It captures video publication dates ranging from 2005 up to 2025, with the data reflecting popularity metrics as of 27th January 2025. While the dataset is robust, it does contain missing data points, particularly for 'Dislikes' (47% missing) and 'Category' (2% missing).
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is particularly beneficial for:
- Data Analysts: For exploring large-scale video performance metrics.
- Marketers: To understand successful YouTube campaigns and audience engagement.
- Content Creators: To inform their video production and content strategies.
- Researchers: For studies on digital culture, media trends, and online social behaviour.
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Original Data Source:Global YouTube Popularity Data
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