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The 10 Most-Viewed YouTube Music Videos of All Time (Ranked)
These are the 10 hottest music videos trending on YouTube right now. Tap any video to play instantly, then scroll down and Be the 1st to vote — which one’s truly the best? (Psst… rankings land in our Friday newsletter.)
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What Makes a YouTube Music Video Trend?
YouTube trending music videos typically combine high viewer engagement, fast release cycles, and cross-platform sharing. Virality often stems from catchy hooks, celebrity appeal, or cultural moments like major events or award shows.
FAQ: Top 10 Most Viewed YouTube Music Videos
## FAQ: Top 10 Most Viewed YouTube Music Videos
How is this list ranked? By lifetime YouTube view count for official music videos uploaded by the artist or label.
How often are the numbers updated? Rankings on Top10Grid are refreshed when our data source republishes counts.
Can I vote for my favorite? Yes — use the vote button on each item. Be the 1st to vote!
How do I suggest a video we missed? Subscribe above and reply to any weekly ranking email with your pick.
FAQ: The Most-Viewed YouTube Music Videos
## FAQ: The Most-Viewed YouTube Music Videos
How is this list ranked? By total lifetime YouTube views for the official music video of each song, as listed on each video's public view count.
Which video has the most views on YouTube? Ed Sheeran's Shape of You sits at #1 on this list with the highest lifetime view count of the ten videos shown.
Why isn't [some other huge video] on the list? This page ranks the ten most-viewed official music videos available at the time of publication. Older viral clips and lyric videos are excluded.
Can I vote for more than one video? Yes — vote once per video if you want to back multiple favorites, and your pick helps decide the next ranking.
How Often Are These Rankings Updated?
This list reflects current YouTube trending positions at time of publishing. Music video popularity shifts rapidly throughout the day, especially during peak listening hours from 6-9 PM local time zones.
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Frequently asked questions
How often is the Top 10 Trending YouTube Music Videos list updated?
YouTube updates its trending music videos list multiple times per day based on current view velocity, so the top 10 can change every few hours.
What criteria does YouTube use to rank trending music videos?
YouTube ranks trending music videos by a combination of recent view count growth, engagement (likes, comments, shares), and overall popularity, not solely total views.
Where can I find the official Top 10 Trending YouTube Music Videos list?
You can find it on YouTube's Trending tab under the Music category, or by searching for 'YouTube Music Trending' and selecting the playlist curated by YouTube.
Can an artist or label submit their video to appear on the Trending Music list?
No, there is no submission process; YouTube's algorithm automatically surfaces videos that meet trending thresholds based on real-time user engagement and view acceleration.
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