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VIRAL SWIPE FILE

254 Vlog video examples, with their hooks

Unscripted video diary of creator’s day

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The image is a screen capture from a news broadcast. In the upper left corner, there is a logo that reads "テレ朝NEWS". The main content is a frame of video featuring a man with a distinctive curly hairstyle. He's wearing a checkered shirt and visible in a room setting. Below the video frame, there is overlaid text in Japanese with multiple components including the date. A secondary video frame is slightly visible to the side. Behind the video, the background is dark. Elements across the image include logos, and overlaid text.

x3.10

1,069,399 views

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The image displays a woman standing in her walk-in closet, which is filled with shoes and accessories. The woman is wearing a black robe and a headscarf. The text overlay reads 'Vlog Life With Mrs O'

x10.7

81,056 views

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A black leather bag in the foreground, possibly a school bag. The bag has a front pocket and is hanging with a gray cartoon character charm. Behind the bag is a cluttered shelf with cute figurines and stationery, creating a cozy aesthetic.

x4.19

10,613 views

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An aesthetic indoor scene featuring a well-lit, neutral-toned space. A gold-framed mirror, a vase of pink tulips, and a glass candle holder are positioned on a white surface. The scene also includes stacks of books and an open book with a pen, suggesting a calming, possibly spa-like atmosphere. A mirror shows a glimpse of a bed in the background.

x77.2

195,046 views

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The cover image is a close-up shot of a plate with cooked food. The food appears to be a piece of meat, likely a steak, with a creamy sauce over it. There are also some other food items on the plate, including what appears to be some kind of shellfish and some green herbs. The overall color palette is warm, with the browns of the meat contrasting with the white and yellow of the sauce. The layout is simple, with the food filling the frame. The lighting appears natural, emphasizing the textures of the food and adding an overall impression of quality.

x30.9

115,032 views

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The cover image shows a close-up of a meal. Fried chicken pieces are arranged next to a scoop of sticky white rice and a small bowl of dark sauce. The image is lit with natural light, and the food appears appetizing.

x8.70

32,358 views

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A woman with long braided hair is shown from the chest up, smiling and looking over her shoulder. She wears reddish-brown scrubs and stands in a well-lit hallway. Text reading 'DIML AS A PEDIATRIC CNA 4 AM - 8 PM ✨' is overlaid on the image.

x2.86

36,432 views

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An overhead shot captures the interior of a modern beachfront villa. The scene showcases a light-blue couch in the foreground. A tree-trunk-shaped table sits prominently in the room’s center. The backdrop reveals a pool outside the window, contributing to the villa's luxurious feel. The neutral colors of the interior and the surrounding view create a sense of tranquility and comfort.

x4.43

122,475 views

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The image shows a desk or table filled with various gel pens. The pens are arranged in a visually appealing way to showcase the stationery. In the background, there are boxes of gel pens stacked on top of each other. A small figurine of a character is visible. The scene uses soft lighting and is likely setup to showcase the product.

x5.70

14,450 views

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The image is an overhead shot of a large, cream-colored bowl overflowing with brown pinecones set on a gold, patterned surface. The background shows glimpses of white curtains and a white surface. In the center, a text overlay in pink letters reads, "Decorate the RV for the fall with me Part 1."

x3.43

5,130 views

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The image shows an outdoor cafe scene at night. The focus is on a seating arrangement with green tables and chairs, and some plants giving a natural touch. There are soft lights. Overall, the setting implies a relaxed, casual atmosphere.

x50.2

39,697 views

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A black bag with a key chain is displayed against a cream-colored background. The bag is a tote bag with two handles and a silver clasp. The keychain has a white and brown pendant with an attached ring that's attached to a bag. The text overlay on image reads, "Uni bag tour".

x42.7

63,379 views

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The image showcases a woman standing in a bedroom, appearing to be in the early morning. She's wearing a hoodie and shorts. A notification bar on a phone displays the time as 4:00 AM. Text overlays indicate a vlog about a pre-class routine.

x2.73

45,803 views

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The cover image is a black and white photo of a live concert stage. The right side frames a live show captured in a monochrome. A band is seen on stage. In the black, left side is the title of the song "Counting Stars" and the artist, "One Republic."

x3.67

19,059 views

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The cover image shows a close-up shot of cooked pasta with an egg yolk in the center, suggesting the result of a failed TikTok recipe attempt.

x1,169

813,715 views

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A photograph from a low angle, showing a family of three from behind. The parents are holding hands with a young child. They are standing on a grassy surface, in front of a body of water. The background includes a line of decorative structures, lined with tall palm trees and a light, overcast sky. The text overlay reads 'FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOTELS IN MALAYSIA' in handwritten-style script.

x25.3

23,839 views

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A woman is standing inside a room near a bed. She is wearing a dress and smiling towards the camera. The room has a bed, a ceiling fan, and a picture on the wall.

x2.16

10,048 views

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Black screen.

x82.0

687,545 views

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A pan of ravioli with a creamy sauce is on a stovetop. A wooden spoon rests alongside the pasta. The background consists of a white wall and the top of the stove.

x3.46

512,079 views

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The cover image shows a photo of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce embracing and kissing in a crowded setting, likely at a social event or party. Two lines of white text are placed on top.

x2.55

22,295 views

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An overhead shot of a dinner party table setting. The table is long, with a neutral-colored tablecloth. The setting includes elegant plates, glassware, and vibrant purple napkins and decorations. The background suggests a well-lit room with white curtains draped along the wall.

x19.8

18,561 views

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The image shows a well-lit desk setup, likely for studying, with a notebook open to notes highlighted in yellow, pens, a glass with lemon in it, and a retro style dial-pad looking keyboard. A timer, small picture frame and candle can be seen in the background.

x10.7

166,367 views

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A live performance on a stage, with the audience in the foreground. The lighting is primarily blue and purple, with spotlights on the performers. Text overlayed at the center reads 'been through the fire and the rain.' The overall composition conveys excitement of a concert or worship event.

x15.7

29,234 views

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The cover image shows a scenic outdoor setting with a lake in the background. The foreground features a pair of legs with neutral-toned sneakers and a person is reaching for a red box. The text overlay contains relationship advice.

x5.91

1,774,189 views

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The image shows two couples, presumably twins and their partners, embracing outdoors. The couples stand on a gravel surface with a blurred background featuring outdoor settings and a clear sky. Text overlays at the top state: "Marry a Twin at your own risk! VLOG is up on 'CENTTWINZ Travel' on YouTube".

x48.1

374,093 views

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A serene beach scene at dusk. The image is divided into three distinct horizontal sections: the sky, the sea, and the beach. The sky has a gradient of pink and purple hues, suggesting either sunrise or sunset. The sea is a muted teal color, displaying gentle waves. The foreground features a sandy beach with imprints running in several directions, likely from vehicles and people. The overall feel is peaceful and quiet.

x38.0

1,598,368 views

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Image of the interior of a church with statues and stained glass. The space is modern with a blue carpeted floor and a large glass roof. Statues of religious figures are in the foreground, and a crucifix and lamb sculpture are on the wall in the center. The lighting is natural, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.

x10.2

13,722 views

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A scenic view of a beach with the ocean and sky. In the foreground are green plants and sand dunes. In the midground is the sandy beach and water with a person walking along. The sky is covered in clouds.

x5.85

16,993 views

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A wedding scene with a bride in a white gown and veil, holding hands with the groom. Lush greenery and floral arrangements provide the backdrop.

x7.84

96,043 views

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A well-lit, organized desk setting with an emphasis on study materials. A white pegboard is in the background, with an illuminated digital clock displaying '18:01'. Below the clock, a white shelf holds a small lamp and a white box of some kind. On the desk, there is a glass of water, pens, highlighters, notes, and a clear plastic pouch.

x7.37

118,062 views

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A young woman with long, braided hair, some sections highlighted in white, is looking directly at the camera. She's wearing a casual top, a necklace, and her face is well-lit. The words 'results day vlog + life reaction' are overlaid on the image toward the bottom.

x3.26

8,020 views

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The cover image is a daytime shot of a building. The building is painted blue, and has a white upper structure. The building has a sign that says "The New Albion" on it. There is text that overlays the image that says "New Albion Widnes".

x8.08

17,053 views

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Vlog hooks that worked

  1. September 1st reminder: don't trust every Tik Tok hack. I tried the viral egg in Annie's Mac & Cheese and my toddler HATED it. She launched it across the kitchen, and I spent the next 30 minutes cleaning pasta off the floor.

    @danamariefitzgerald · 813K views · viral factor x1,169

  2. The coolest app for vlogging

    @reelshot.app · 749K views · viral factor x1,035

  3. day trip itinerary for monterey, ca

    @limondaytrips · 184K views · viral factor x563

  4. ",,do you want to go out?" No.

    @liensmk · 16M views · viral factor x502

  5. lil june room recap

    @henryevr · 13M views · viral factor x489

  6. Obten detalles...

    @agus.yope · 386K views · viral factor x339

  7. EXCLUSIVE

    @theknot · 309K views · viral factor x327

  8. romanticise your life

    @studyholmes_ · 836K views · viral factor x315

  9. 10 weeks pregnant 🍓

    @wemomsus · 9M views · viral factor x235

  10. muji shopping

    @innastudy_ · 145K views · viral factor x231

Niches using Vlog

Top Vlog creators

  1. @lyzths (TikTok) · 10 videos · 735K views · best viral factor x53.9
  2. @mari.diary0x (TikTok) · 10 videos · 3.5M views · best viral factor x52.8
  3. @parisinsider (TikTok) · 9 videos · 3.2M views · best viral factor x91.6
  4. @kly.wu (TikTok) · 6 videos · 2.2M views · best viral factor x48.4
  5. @kbsviews (TikTok) · 6 videos · 6.6M views · best viral factor x38.0
  6. @just_eliias (TikTok) · 6 videos · 1.3M views · best viral factor x7.13
  7. @parisinsiderfood (Instagram) · 6 videos · 7.6M views · best viral factor x6.34
  8. @cilityv (TikTok) · 5 videos · 13M views · best viral factor x22.1
  9. @priyanshreeugc (TikTok) · 5 videos · 267K views · best viral factor x10.2
  10. @dvjndrsz (TikTok) · 4 videos · 962K views · best viral factor x82.0

Vlog by the numbers

The library has 254 viral Vlog examples from 160 creators: 230 TikToks and 24 Instagram Reels. The median video has 80K views, and the most viral reached a viral factor of x1,169. Lifestyle is the niche that uses it most, with 54 videos. Use them as references for your own Vlog videos: open any video for its hook, niche and original post. Viral factor compares a video's views with its account's usual views: x10 means ten times the views that creator normally gets.

Viral videos in the library
254
Platforms
230 TikTok (91%), 24 Instagram Reels (9%)
Creators
160
Total views
166M (166,792,448)
Median views per video
80K
Median viral factor
x5.70
Highest viral factor
x1,169

These figures cover all 254 videos in this list, not only the cards above.

Questions about Vlog videos

Which niches use Vlog the most?

Lifestyle (54 videos), StudyTok (45) and Food & Drink (36) have the most Vlog videos in the library.

What hooks work for Vlog videos?

The most viral hook in the Vlog videos in the library is “September 1st reminder: don't trust every Tik Tok hack. I tried the viral egg in Annie's Mac & Cheese and my…” by @danamariefitzgerald (viral factor x1,169, 813K views), followed by “The coolest app for vlogging” (x1,035). Every hook on this page links to its video.

How many views do viral Vlog videos get?

Across 254 videos, the median is 80K views, and together they have 166M views. The median viral factor is x5.70: the typical video got 5.70 times its creator's usual views.

Who are the top Vlog creators?

@lyzths (10 videos), @mari.diary0x (10) and @parisinsider (9) have the most Vlog videos in the library.