Exploring YouTube's Dominance: Top Creators, Channels, and Videos

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, YouTube has emerged as a behemoth since its launch in 2005. As the second-largest social media platform, it has drawn millions of creators who have amassed vast audiences and billions of views. In this article, we will delve into the realm of YouTube's biggest channels, creators, and videos, shedding light on the statistics that define this video-sharing platform.

Number of YouTube Creators

YouTube boasts an astonishing 60 million creators, according to Social Blade's latest data. This vibrant community of content producers spans various genres, from entertainment to education, catering to diverse interests and audiences.

Top YouTube Channels by Views

At the summit of YouTube's most-viewed channels stands T-Series, India's largest Music Label & Movie Studio, with a staggering 230 billion combined views. This dominance places T-Series well ahead of its competitors, especially Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes, which holds the second position with 167 billion views.

What's noteworthy about Cocomelon is its remarkable average of approximately 17 billion views per upload, the highest among the top 10 channels by total views.

Let's take a closer look at the top 10 YouTube channels by total views:

1. T-Series

• Year Launched: 2006
• Uploads: 19,367
• Total Views: 231 billion

2. Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes

• Year Launched: 2006
• Uploads: 995
• Total Views: 167 billion

3. SET India

• Year Launched: 2006
• Uploads: 117,389
• Total Views: 151 billion

4. Sony SAB

• Year Launched: 2007
• Uploads: 72,524
• Total Views: 103 billion

5. ✿ Kids Diana Show

• Year Launched: 2015
• Uploads: 1,117
• Total Views: 94 billion

6. Like Nastya

• Year Launched: 2016
• Uploads: 816
• Total Views: 91 billion

7. WWE

• Year Launched: 2007
• Uploads: 70,860
• Total Views: 78 billion

8. Vlad and Niki

• Year Launched: 2018
• Uploads: 586
• Total Views: 78 billion

9. Zee TV

• Year Launched: 2005
• Uploads: 132,492
• Total Views: 76 billion

10. Colors TV

• Year Launched: 2008
• Uploads: 114,789
• Total Views: 63 billion

Accurate as of August 28, 2023.

Top YouTube Channels By Subscribers

T-Series continues to lead the pack, approaching a quarter of a billion subscribers, a remarkable 70 million more than any other channel. The second position goes to MrBeast, boasting 178 million subscribers, followed closely by YouTube Movies with 172 million.

Let's explore the top 10 YouTube channels by the number of subscribers:

1. T-Series

• Year Launched: 2006
• Subscribers: 248 million

2. MrBeast

• Year Launched: 2012
• Subscribers: 178 million

3. YouTube Movies

• Year Launched: 2010
• Subscribers: 172 million

4. Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes

• Year Launched: 2006
• Subscribers: 164 million

5. SET India

• Year Launched: 2006
• Subscribers: 161 million

6. Music

• Year Launched: 2015
• Subscribers: 119 million

7. ✿ Kids Diana Show

• Year Launched: 2015
• Subscribers: 113 million

8. PewDiePie

• Year Launched: 2010
• Subscribers: 111 million

9. Like Nastya

• Year Launched: 2016
• Subscribers: 107 million

10. Vlad and Niki

• Year Launched: 2018
• Subscribers: 100 million

Source: Social Blade

Top YouTubers By Earnings

In the realm of YouTube earnings, MrBeast reigns supreme with estimated earnings of a staggering $54 million. Jake Paul and Markiplier follow closely, with $45 million and $38 million, respectively. However, Like Nastya stands out with the highest net worth on the list, amassing a colossal $320.9 million, over three times more than any other YouTuber featured.

Let's explore the top 21 YouTubers by estimated earnings:

1. MrBeast

• Estimated Earnings: $54 million
• Net Worth: $105 million

2. Jake Paul

• Estimated Earnings: $45 million
• Net Worth: $40 million

3. Markiplier

• Estimated Earnings: $38 million
• Net Worth: $35 million

4. Rhett and Link

• Estimated Earnings: $30 million
• Net Worth: $42 million

5. Like Nastya

• Estimated Earnings: $28.1 million
• Net Worth: $320.9 million

6. Ryan Kaji

• Estimated Earnings: $27 million
• Net Worth: $100 million

7. Ninja

• Estimated Earnings: $20 million
• Net Worth: $54 million

8. Dude Perfect

• Estimated Earnings: $20 million
• Net Worth: $50 million

9. Logan Paul

• Estimated Earnings: $18 million
• Net Worth: $45 million

10. Preston

• Estimated Earnings: $16 million
• Net Worth: $25 million

11. DanTDM

• Estimated Earnings: $16 million
• Net Worth: $35 million

12. Smosh

• Estimated Earnings:

  $14.5 million

• Net Worth: $12.5 million

13. Blippi

• Estimated Earnings: $14 million
• Net Worth: $16 million

14. VanossGaming

• Estimated Earnings: $13 million
• Net Worth: $25 million

15. David Dobrik

• Estimated Earnings: $13 million
• Net Worth: $20 million

16. Jeffree Star

• Estimated Earnings: $12.5 million
• Net Worth: $200 million

17. KSI

• Estimated Earnings: $12 million
• Net Worth: $20 million

18. PewDiePie

• Estimated Earnings: $12 million
• Net Worth: $40 million

19. Lilly Singh

• Estimated Earnings: $10.5 million
• Net Worth: $16 million

20. James Charles

• Estimated Earnings: $5 million
• Net Worth: $25 million

21. Roman Atwood

• Estimated Earnings: $2 million
• Net Worth: $14.5 million

Source: The Money Ninja

Most-Viewed YouTube Videos

When it comes to the most-viewed videos on YouTube, "Baby Shark Dance" reigns supreme with an astonishing 13.18 billion views. This children's song holds a substantial lead, with almost 5 billion more views than the second-placed "Despacito."

The top 20 videos by views predominantly consist of songs and content aimed at children, reflecting the diverse interests of YouTube's global audience.

Here's a breakdown of the top 20 YouTube videos by total views:

1. Baby Shark Dance

• Channel: Pinkfong Baby Shark - Kids' Songs & Stories
• Total Views: 13.18 billion
• Publication Date: June 17, 2016

2. Despacito

• Channel: Luis Fonsi
• Total Views: 8.23 billion
• Publication Date: January 12, 2017

3. Johny Johny Yes Papa

• Channel: LooLoo Kids
• Total Views: 6.76 billion
• Publication Date: October 8, 2016

4. Bath Song

• Channel: Cocomelon – Nursery Rhymes
• Total Views: 6.33 billion
• Publication Date: May 2, 2018

5. Shape of You

• Channel: Ed Sheeran
• Total Views: 6.05 billion
• Publication Date: January 30, 2017

6. See You Again

• Channel: Wiz Khalifa
• Total Views: 5.98 billion
• Publication Date: April 6, 2015

7. Wheels on the Bus

• Channel: Cocomelon – Nursery Rhymes
• Total Views: 5.46 billion
• Publication Date: May 24, 2018

8. Phonics Song with Two Words

• Channel: ChuChu TV
• Total Views: 5.42 billion
• Publication Date: March 6, 2014

9. Uptown Funk

• Channel: Mark Ronson
• Total Views: 4.99 billion
• Publication Date: November 19, 2014

10. Learning Colors – Colorful Eggs on a Farm

- Channel: Miroshka TV
- Total Views: 4.94 billion
- Publication Date: February 27, 2018

And the list continues with more captivating content that has captured the hearts of YouTube's global audience.

Conclusion

YouTube's landscape is marked by the dominance of Indian entertainment, engaging content for children, and chart-topping music. As this platform continues to evolve, it remains a testament to the power of online video and the diverse interests of its massive global audience. For further insights into the world of social media, check out our other content, including "Top Trending YouTube Topics," "14 Important Social Media Trends," and "Top 20 New Social Media Networks."