History of Cocomelon in Timeline

Cocomelon is a highly popular children's YouTube channel owned by Moonbug Entertainment (Candle Media). It features 3D animated videos of classic nursery rhymes and original songs created for children. As of May 2024, Cocomelon ranks as the 3rd most-subscribed and 2nd most-viewed channel on the entire YouTube platform, highlighting its widespread appeal and influence in children's entertainment.

September 1, 2006: Cocomelon's YouTube Launch

On September 1, 2006, Cocomelon was created on YouTube under the username "checkgate", initially sharing animations enjoyed by Jay Jeon's children, with two alphabet song versions uploaded on the first day.

2006: Creation of YouTube Channel

In 2006, the Cocomelon YouTube channel was created by Jay Jeon under the name "checkgate", initially posting educational videos focused on the alphabet.

2006: Channel Launch

In 2006, the Cocomelon YouTube channel was launched, marking the beginning of its presence in children's entertainment.

September 18, 2007: Early Channel Statistics

On September 18, 2007, a year after launch, Cocomelon's YouTube channel had seven videos uploaded and 41 subscribers, with "Cute Alphabet Song from WWW.ThatsMEonTV.com" achieving significant views.

November 14, 2010: Subscriber and Viewership Growth

By November 14, 2010, the Cocomelon channel had 1287 subscribers, and views of all videos uploaded to the channel reached over 30 million, with "Cute Alphabet Song" renamed "ABC Song from WWW.ThatsMEonTV.com Alphabet Song", achieving nearly 25 million views.

2013: Rebranding to "ABC Kid TV"

In 2013, the Cocomelon channel rebranded to "ABC Kid TV", transitioning from alphabet videos to nursery rhymes.

May 1, 2014: Compilation Video Published

On May 1, 2014, Cocomelon published a 50-minute compilation of previous videos, gaining over 244 million views by October 2015.

October 29, 2015: Subscription and Compilation Success

By October 29, 2015, Cocomelon's subscriptions rose to about 750,000, and a 50-minute compilation of previous videos, published on May 1, 2014, had over 244 million views.

April 8, 2016: Introduction of Computer Animation

On April 8, 2016, computer animation was introduced to Cocomelon, with the first 3D character appearing in a video for "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star".

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May 16, 2016: Reaching 1 Million Subscribers

On May 16, 2016, Cocomelon reached 1 million subscribers on YouTube and one billion total views later in the month, marking a significant milestone.

2016: Transition to 3D Animation

In 2016, Cocomelon transitioned to 3D animation, marking a significant shift in its visual style and production techniques, with the release of its first 3D animated video.

July 2017: Release of "Yes Yes" Bedtime Song

In July 2017, Cocomelon released "Yes Yes" Bedtime Song, which became its most-viewed video, with over 1 billion views.

2018: Formation of Recurring Cast and Rebranding

Before the 2018 rebrand, animation and music production on Cocomelon became more sophisticated, and a recurring cast of characters was formed.

2018: YouTube Study Recommendation

In 2018, a YouTube study by Pew Research Center found that Cocomelon's "Bath Song | + More Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs" was the most recommended video for small children.

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2018: Rebranding to Cocomelon

In 2018, the YouTube channel rebranded to Cocomelon, signaling a shift in its brand identity and content strategy.

June 2019: High Viewership Statistics

Between May and June 2019, Cocomelon received 2.5 billion total views, averaging 83 million daily viewers worldwide, surpassing many sports leagues and TV shows.

July 2019: Impact of YouTube's Algorithm Changes

After a July 2019 settlement with the FTC, YouTube's algorithm changes negatively affected Cocomelon's viewership, dropping from 575 million to 282 million views over several weeks.

2019: Nina Reyes Character Appearance

In 2019, the Nina Reyes character first appeared on Cocomelon, setting the stage for the future spin-off series Nina's Familia.

June 2020: Launch on Netflix

In June 2020, Cocomelon launched on Netflix, offering access to an audience that didn't allow their children to watch YouTube with three episodes, each about an hour long.

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July 2020: Acquisition by Moonbug Entertainment

In July 2020, Jay Jeon sold Treasure Studio, the company that produced Cocomelon, to Moonbug Entertainment, a British firm focused on children's content.

September 2020: Viewership Statistics of "Bath Song"

As of September 2020, Cocomelon's "Bath Song | + More Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs" had received over 3.2 billion views on YouTube, making it the 19th-most-viewed video on the site.

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September 2020: Netflix Ranking

In September 2020, Netflix ranked Cocomelon as its third most popular show, highlighting its increasing popularity.

December 12, 2020: Reaching 100 Million Subscribers

On December 12, 2020, Cocomelon became the third YouTube channel to get 100 million subscribers, marking a significant milestone.

2020: Expansion into New Product Areas

In 2020, Cocomelon began moving into new product areas, including merchandising and live events, and announced a toy line partnership with Jazwares, as well as content deals with Netflix and other streaming platforms.

2020: Content Addition to Streaming Platforms

In 2020, Treasure Studio added Cocomelon content to Netflix, Roku, and Hulu, expanding its availability to viewers.

February 2021: PewDiePie's Diss Track

In February 2021, following predictions that Cocomelon would surpass PewDiePie, PewDiePie released a diss track titled "Coco", which YouTube removed for violating its policies.

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March 29, 2021: Broadcast on SAB TV

On March 29, 2021, Cocomelon began being broadcast on SAB TV in Pakistan, extending its reach to new audiences.

April 4, 2021: Broadcast on Cartoonito UK

On April 4, 2021, Cocomelon began being broadcast on Cartoonito in the United Kingdom, expanding its broadcast presence.

April 2021: Surpassing PewDiePie

In April 2021, Cocomelon surpassed PewDiePie to become the second-most-subscribed YouTube channel at the time, marking a significant achievement.

June 18, 2021: Broadcast on GMTV Kids UK

On June 18, 2021, Cocomelon began being broadcast on GMTV Kids in the UK, further expanding its broadcast presence.

June 21, 2021: Airing on Universal Kids

On June 21, 2021, Cocomelon programming began airing on Universal Kids, expanding its broadcast reach.

November 15, 2021: Airing on Tiny Pop UK

On November 15, 2021, Cocomelon began airing on Tiny Pop in the UK, extending its reach to new audiences.

2021: Expansion to Multiple Languages

By 2021, Cocomelon had expanded its content to include Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, German, and Arabic, increasing its global reach.

2021: Acquisition by Candle Media

In 2021, Cocomelon was acquired by Candle Media for $3 billion, indicating a significant investment in the brand's future.

2021: Juliana Urtubey Named US National Teacher of the Year

In 2021, Juliana Urtubey, who plays Ms. Appleberry in Cocomelon Classroom, was named US National Teacher of the Year.

2021: Acquisition of Moonbug and Launch of New Show

In 2021, Moonbug was acquired by Candle Media and that November, a new show, JJ's Animal Time, also called Cocomelon Animal Time, appeared on YouTube.

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January 31, 2022: Airing on Cartoonito

On January 31, 2022, Cocomelon programming began airing on Cartoonito, further expanding its broadcast presence.

September 2022: Airing on TV5 in the Philippines

In September 2022, Cocomelon began airing on TV5 in the Philippines as part of Moonbug Kids, expanding its reach to new audiences.

November 7, 2022: Broadcast on Gulli in France

On November 7, 2022, Cocomelon began being broadcast on Gulli in France, extending its reach to new audiences.

2022: Airing as Netflix Original & Spinoff Show Launch

In 2022, Netflix began airing Cocomelon as a Netflix Original show. In May, a new weekly spin-off show, It's Cody Time, also called Cody Time, launched on YouTube.

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On August 1, 2023, Moonbug was awarded $23.4 million in a copyright violation case against BabyBus, accused of imitating Cocomelon, including the character of JJ. Subsequently, YouTube removed BabyBus's Super JoJo channel.

September 29, 2023: Premiere of Nina's Familia

On September 29, 2023, a spinoff series, Nina's Familia, premiered, focusing on Latine culture and bilingual content, designed for both Spanish-speaking and non-Spanish-speaking children.

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November 17, 2023: Release of Cocomelon Lane on Netflix

On November 17, 2023, a new original series, Cocomelon Lane, based on the Cocomelon universe, was released on Netflix.

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February 16, 2024: End of Airing on Cartoonito

Cocomelon programming aired on Cartoonito from January 31, 2022, to February 16, 2024.

May 2024: Cocomelon's YouTube Ranking

As of May 2024, Cocomelon is the 3rd most-subscribed and 2nd most-viewed channel on YouTube.

September 2024: YouTube Rankings

As of September 2024, Cocomelon ranked third in YouTube subscriptions, with approximately 182 million subscribers and just under two billion monthly views.

September 21, 2024: Premiere of Cocomelon Classroom featuring Ms. Appleberry

On September 21, 2024, Cocomelon Classroom featuring Ms. Appleberry, the first live action Cocomelon title, premiered on YouTube, with a blend of live action and animation.

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