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Jaani has expressed amusement and amazement at the song's enduring popularity as a meme, even recreating the dance herself years later.
A video featuring two Chinese men dancing to the track in sync became particularly famous, leading to millions of views and countless recreations on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. Rockefeller Street
The story of "" is a fascinating journey from a Eurovision Song Contest entry to a global internet phenomenon. Originally performed by Estonian singer Getter Jaani , the song's legacy was cemented years after its release by a viral "Nightcore" remix and a distinctive dance. The Eurovision Beginning (2011) Jaani has expressed amusement and amazement at the
The meme is synonymous with a specific "two-finger" shuffle dance often performed to the chorus: "1-2-7-3 down the Rockefeller Street" . Originally performed by Estonian singer Getter Jaani ,
The song's "second life" began when a (a version with increased pitch and tempo) became an internet meme.
In 2011, the song, written by , was selected to represent Estonia at the Eurovision Song Contest in Düsseldorf. Despite being a pre-contest favorite, the live performance finished in 24th place . The lyrics describe a surreal, magical version of Manhattan where "ballerinas dance the Swan Lake on a river made of diamonds and pearls". The Nightcore Revival and Meme Status