What Does the Fox Say
Also known as: WDTFS · What Does the Fox Say Meme · What Does The Fox Say · WHAT DOES THE FOX SAY
A viral novelty song by Norwegian duo Ylvis asking what sound a fox makes, becoming a global hit despite mixed critical reception.
Overview
What Does the Fox Say is a novelty song featuring surreal lyrics about animal sounds, with a focus on the mysterious sound a fox makes. The video features colorful visuals, creative costumes, and the Ylvis brothers performing comedically.
Created as internet content, the song unexpectedly achieved massive mainstream success. It represented a moment when web culture created content that dominated traditional media and commercial charts.
Origin & Background
A novelty song that unexpectedly became a massive mainstream hit
How It Spread
How to Use This Meme
The song was primarily enjoyed as entertainment, with the chorus becoming instantly quotable and memetic.
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Cultural Impact
What Does the Fox Say showed how novelty songs and internet content could achieve mainstream commercial success. It influenced the production of novelty internet content aimed at viral appeal.
Fun Facts
The Ylvis brothers became international celebrities overnight
The song charted in 50+ countries
Reached top 10 on Billboard Hot 100
Spawned countless parodies and versions
Remains controversial as either fun novelty or annoying meme
The What Does the Fox Say meme has been shared millions of times across social media
You can create your own What Does the Fox Say meme using free tools like Imgflip
What Does the Fox Say first appeared in 2013
The meme is still remixed and adapted by creators
Brands and marketers have used What Does the Fox Say in their campaigns
The meme is still remixed and adapted by creators
Derivatives & Variations
Numerous song parodies changing the animal
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(2013)Animal sound variations
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(2013)Novelty song remixes
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(2013)Frequently Asked Questions
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