The Most Hated Videos on YouTube – November 2020

I bet you’ve scrolled through YouTube searching for funny and unique content. But did you know that this popular social media video sharing platform is also home to some really weird and cringe-worthy videos? Brace yourself, because I’m about to reveal the most disliked videos on YouTube.

So, What Makes a Video Disliked?

You’re probably wondering how we determine their unpopularity, right? Well, we consider two things. First, we look at videos with the highest number of dislikes. And then, we also take into account videos that have a high percentage of dislikes compared to likes. However, we intentionally ignore those annoying YouTubers who beg for dislikes in their video titles.

Here’s the Lowdown

I’ll give you a quick summary of each video, but don’t just take my word for it. Go watch them and let me know what you think in the comments. You might want to clear your “Watch Later” list after this, though.

YouTube Rewind 2018

This video has beaten Justin Bieber’s “Baby” and is now the most disliked video of all time on YouTube, with a staggering 17 million dislikes. Why? Well, it’s a compilation of well-known celebrities, funny skits, and popular music from 2018. There are yodeling, Marshmallow, and awkward challenges like the “Do you love me?” dance challenge. Basically, there are plenty of reasons to click that dislike button. Just watch till the end for some awkward inspiration.

Baby – Justin Bieber

This music video by Justin Bieber has over 2.2 billion views, but it’s not all thumbs up. It has received a whopping 11 million dislikes, making it one of the most disliked videos on YouTube. Whether it’s Bieber’s music, his fame, or something else, people really didn’t enjoy this one.

Can This Video Get 1 Million Dislikes?

Now, I promised I wouldn’t include videos that ask for dislikes, but I’ll make an exception for this one. With over three million dislikes (and only about 207 thousand likes), this video by the Swedish comedian PewDiePew is the most successful of its kind. Whether his fans supported his mission or people genuinely disliked his content, we may never know.

It’s Everyday Bro

If you haven’t heard the term “cringe” before, get ready to experience it with “It’s Everyday Bro.” This song by Jake Paul and his crew Team 10 is filled with pop-culture references and quirky lyrics. With over 5 million dislikes, it’s safe to say that this video didn’t resonate well with viewers, despite its 275 million views. It’s likeability-to-dislikability ratio is pretty skewed, so it could easily claim the top spot on our list.

Watching this video feels like witnessing a bizarre party behind a Denny’s, complete with fancy cars and exaggerated gestures. It’s truly hard to look away, even if you can’t figure out what “it” is.

Baby Shark Dance Video

This one definitely deserves a spot on our list. Just seeing the title will make you sing the melody, which will then play on repeat in your head for hours. The Baby Shark Dance video is a catchy tune that keeps toddlers, kids, and anyone with a lack of inhibitions entertained. With over 5.2 billion views, it’s crazy popular. But watch out, because once you start watching, you won’t be able to stop singing the song for days. It has a total of 10 million dislikes, but also 16 million likes.

Call of Duty – Infinite Warfare Trailer

We’re not exactly sure if it was the game itself or the trailer that annoyed people, but YouTube viewers made their disappointment known. The Call of Duty Infinite Warfare trailer received a massive 3.8 million dislikes, although it did manage to gather 43 million views. Fans of the game seemed to have mixed feelings, with only 614K giving it a thumbs-up. The developers should take note and strive to make better games.

Friday

Ah, the classic meme-worthy gem from years ago. Rebecca Black’s viral anti-hit became an internet sensation, thanks to its mind-numbing lyrics and awkward dancing. Little did she know that it would become such a phenomenon. With 3.8 million dislikes, it’s one of the least disliked videos on our list, but it still makes the cut because of its sheer awfulness. Fun fact: the lyrics were written by Patrice Wilson on a sleep-deprived Friday night. That explains a lot.

How It Is (Wap, Bap…)

This music video by Bianca “Bibi” Heinicke from Germany unintentionally became the most hated song in the country. Maybe it was her awkward pronunciation of English lyrics or the confusing set design, but it quickly gained 3.2 million dislikes. With over 61 million views and only 557K likes, it’s hard to imagine what the dislike count would be if everyone responded.

YouTube Rewind 2019: For the Record

The sequel to the infamous Rewind 2018 video didn’t do much better in terms of likes. It features a collection of videos that some people enjoyed, but it failed to capture the essence of previous years. Clocking in at five minutes and thirty-six seconds, this video received 3.4 million likes, which is not too impressive considering its intentions.

But, most of us saw right through it. YouTube 2019 has a whopping 9.2 million dislikes. That not only makes it one of the most hated videos on our list, but also a clear sign that people just aren’t into the yearly rewind videos.

The Wash Your Hands Story by Diana and Roma

In typical 2020 style, Diana and Roma have over 13 million subscribers. But in their video released in March of this year, they wanted to talk about hygiene. Their channel features two kids having fun and playing with toys. However, their Wash Your Hands Story didn’t quite hit the mark.

In this particular video, the kids are just trying to snack away. But then dad comes in, telling them to wash their hands. It’s an important lesson, of course, but it’s unlikely that the channel’s followers want a constant reminder of hygiene and health risks in 2020.

Can you believe it? This video has racked up a whopping 5 million views, with 1.8 million likes and 1 million dislikes. It’s quite a mixed bag of reactions, but when you consider that it’s a video made for kids, it’s no wonder that it has its fair share of critics.

Taking a Look at the Ghostbusters 2016 Trailer

Now, let’s talk about the Ghostbusters revival. It’s actually managed to score a respectable 74% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. So, it must have done something right. However, there’s a catch. Many die-hard fans of the classic paranormal fighting crew weren’t too thrilled about the new cast.

These ghost-hunting ladies have a different style compared to their male counterparts. They embrace an over-the-top physical comedy approach, which didn’t sit well with some purists. After all, part of the original film’s charm was Dr. Venkman’s subtle snark.

Unraveling the Mystery of the Sweatshirt

Let’s talk about Jacob Sartorius, the young star who gained fame by posting lip-syncing music videos on Musical.ly. It didn’t take long for him to realize that miming other people’s songs wasn’t enough. He wanted to take things to a whole new level and create pre-teen love songs that would give you the creeps.

One of his singles, titled “Sweatshirt,” even made it onto the Top 100 charts in the US and Canada. But the music video itself is another story. It features a living sweatshirt that moves in a jerky, creepy manner while chasing students. It’s the stuff of nightmares.

Whether you agree with the criticisms or not, these videos have definitely rubbed some people the wrong way. Have we overlooked a video that you believe should be on our list? Feel free to let us know in the comments!