PSY - GANGNAM STYLE(강남스타일)

Official Music Video | The Global Viral Sensation

First 1B YouTube Views July 15, 2012 4 Guinness World Records

The Cultural Phenomenon

"Gangnam Style" exploded globally in 2012, becoming the first YouTube video to reach 1 billion views and shattering all previous records. PSY's satirical take on Seoul's Gangnam District luxury lifestyle captivated the world with its infectious beat, hilarious horse-riding dance, and colorful visuals.

The song's universal appeal transcended language barriers, sparking countless parodies, dance challenges, and even influencing world leaders. It spent 7 weeks at #2 on Billboard Hot 100 (blocked only by Maroon 5's "One More Night") and became a cultural reset button for K-pop's global expansion.

More than just a viral hit, Gangnam Style redefined digital music consumption and proved that creativity could conquer the world - one iconic dance move at a time. Its legacy continues to inspire artists worldwide and remains YouTube's most recognizable cultural moment.

Song Lyrics

[PSY:] Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style

Yo, Sexy lady!
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style

[PSY:] 어 헤이 서강예요
(Hey, this is Seo Gang!)
강남 떠다니는
(Floating around Gangnam)
악어 같은 남자
(A man like a crocodile)
허리를 부르르
(Shake that waist)

강남역 11번 출구
(Exit 11 of Gangnam Station)
그녀의 하이힐은 12센티
(Her high heels are 12cm)
손에 쥔 핸드폰은 구글 플레이
(The phone in her hand is Google Play)

[PSY:] Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style

Yo, Sexy lady!
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style

[English Translation] Oppa Gangnam Style
Oppa Gangnam Style

Hey, this is Seo Gang!
Floating around Gangnam
A man like a crocodile
Shake that waist

Exit 11 of Gangnam Station
Her high heels are 12cm
The phone in her hand is Google Play

[Bridge - Iconic Dance Section] Oppa Gangnam Style!
Oppa Gangnam Style!
Oppa Gangnam Style!
Oppa Gangnam Style!

(Horse-riding dance break)
Oppa Gangnam Style!
Oppa Gangnam Style!
Oppa Gangnam Style!
Oppa Gangnam Style!

The Viral Revolution

Gangnam Style didn't just go viral - it redefined viral. Breaking YouTube's view counter, crashing servers worldwide, and becoming the first Korean song to top Western charts, it proved that cultural boundaries could be shattered by pure entertainment. More than a decade later, its horse-riding dance remains one of the most recognizable pop culture moments in history.