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Top 10 most liked videos on YouTube: World’s richest creator has 3 videos on the list
Top 10 most liked video on YouTube: Despacito went on to become the first YouTube video to reach 50 million likes.
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Top 10 most liked video on YouTube: In the vast world of YouTube–where billions of videos compete for attention and clicks—only a select few rise to the top, not just in terms of views, but in the sheer love from viewers around the globe. These are the videos that almost became cultural phenomena. From music videos that turned into global anthems to heartwarming animations and unexpected viral moments, the “like” button has become a powerful marker of impact and popularity.
But what exactly makes a video so universally adored that millions felt compelled to smash that thumbs-up? Is it catchy music? Stunning visuals? Nostalgia? Or just something so oddly satisfying, we couldn’t help but show our appreciation?
Get ready to dive into YouTube’s hall of fame–where we count down the Top 10 Most Liked YouTube Videos of all time. Whether you’re here for the music, the memories, or the mind-blowing numbers, this list is proof that sometimes, a simple click of a button can make internet history.
Top 10 most liked YouTube videos
Just as the dislike count can reflect controversy, the number of likes a video receives proves its cultural impact and universal appeal. Music videos in particular have a strong presence on this list, though some unexpected entries have also earned the Internet’s affection.
In 2012, LMFAO’s Party Rock Anthem was the most-liked video with 1.56 million likes–until Psy’s viral hit Gangnam Style edged past it with 1.57 million likes and earned a Guinness World Record in the process.
Psy held onto the top spot for nearly four years until See You Again by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth overtook it in 2016 with 11.21 million likes. Then, in 2017, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee’s Despacito claimed the crown with 16.01 million likes. The song went on to become the first YouTube video to reach 50 million likes, a milestone it hit in October 2022.
But in a surprising twist, popular YouTuber MrBeast dethroned Despacito in January 2025. His video, Would You Fly to Paris for a Baguette not only became the most-liked video on YouTube with 55 million likes, but also set the record for the most-liked YouTube Shorts.
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Currently, MrBeast has three videos in the all-time top 10 most liked list, an incredible feat that shows his unmatched influence on the platform.
And in one of the strangest coincidences, Baby Shark Dance appears both on the most liked and most disliked lists, showing just how divided the Internet can be.
Here’s the full rundown of the top 10 most liked YouTube videos worldwide:
| Rank | Video Name | YouTube Channel | Likes (in millions) |
| 1. | Would You Fly to Paris for a Baguette? | MrBeast | 56 |
| 2. | Despacito | Luis Fonsi | 54 |
| 3. | Baby Shark Dance | Pinkfong Kids’ Songs & Stories | 45 |
| 4. | See You Again | Wiz Khalifa | 45 |
| 5. | Our MOST INTENSE Balloon Popping Race | How Ridiculous | 43 |
| 6. | Giving iPhones Instead Of Candy on Halloween | MrBeast | 40 |
| 7. | If Cleaning Was a Timed Sport. Part 2 | DanielLaBelle | 39 |
| 8. | Dynamite | BTS | 38 |
| 9. | Katana Vs Bullet | MrBeast | 36 |
| 10. | OMG Best Teacher | Dednahype | 34 |
Note: The dislike count is recorded as of May 21, 2025. It is important to note that these figures may change over time.
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