Swedish Duo Maads and Bruno’s Hit Song “Chicken Banana” Takes Over TikTok and Becomes a Global Sensation
Thursday, May 15, 2025 – It’s the song that has everyone dancing – “Chicken Banana” by Swedish duo Maads and Bruno, also known as the Crazy Music Channel. The viral hit has taken the internet by storm, amassing a whopping 10 billion views across all major platforms since its release on May 13, 2025.
The numbers are staggering: 2 billion views on TikTok, 6.5 billion on YouTube Shorts, and 1.9 million TikTok creations. The official video has already reached over 34 million views and is currently gaining around 300,000 streams per day. “Chicken Banana” is more than just a song – it has become a cultural phenomenon.
With its simple, silly, and catchy choreography, “Chicken Banana” has sparked a global dance movement. People of all ages and backgrounds, from kids and families to farmers and grandparents, have joined in on the trend. Even celebrities and their families, such as @ginjiro_koyama, @ciizezphr, @carlosferiag, and @lafamiliagomes, have hopped on the bandwagon.
The trend has also caught the attention of mainstream media, with features on popular shows like Germany’s Frühstücksfernsehen and Dancing with the Stars Austria. The song has even made its way into German Schlager pop. Its universal appeal and easy-to-follow dance moves have contributed to its widespread success.
And it’s not just individuals who are getting in on the fun – companies have also jumped on the “Chicken Banana” trend. Entertainment groups, video game franchises, and even supermarkets have all put their own creative spin on the viral hit.
So why is “Chicken Banana” so irresistible? With its bouncy electro-house beat, modulated bassline, and looping male voice chanting “Chicken Banana” with an Indian flair, the song is both hypnotic and absurd in the best way possible. It’s the perfect combination of catchy and silly, making it impossible to resist.
To truly understand the current state of TikTok, one must be familiar with “Chicken Banana.” And once you do, you’ll find yourself understanding a whole lot more.
To experience the viral hit for yourself, check out the video on AP or download and stream it on Crazy Music Channel’s official website. You can also find the song on TikTok, where it has gained over 746 million views.
Stay updated on Maads and Bruno’s latest releases and projects by following them on their social media accounts: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and SoundCloud.
For media inquiries, please contact Sony Music / B1 Records representative Iris Mengi at iris.mengi@sonymusic.com.
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