Tones And I - Dance - Monkey

This "marmite" factor (you love it or hate it) made the song incredibly viral on platforms like TikTok.

"Dance Monkey" by Tones and I isn't just a song; it’s a global phenomenon that rewrote the rulebook for indie pop success. Released in May 2019, the track transformed Australian busker Toni Watson into an international superstar overnight. The Origin: From the Streets to the Studio

Swept the 2019 ARIA Music Awards, including Best Pop Release. The Sound: Love It or Hate It

What makes "Dance Monkey" stand out is Watson's unique vocal delivery. Her voice features a distinct, almost cartoonish rasp and "baby-voice" inflection that triggered intense debate.

One of the most-streamed songs of all time, surpassing 2.9 billion plays. Shazam History: It became the most-Shazamed track ever.