Are you wondering why genuine creators are getting demonetised? I know I have because I don’t want to be one of those poor demonetised YouTubers. As a vidIQ user, I get some very interesting emails from them. Today’s email was all about why genuine creators are getting demonetised right now, and I want to share it with you.

vidIQ’s Answer To Why Genuine Creators Are Getting Demonetised

A 200,000-subscriber animator who builds every video by hand in Blender, scripted with Claude, rendered over days, woke up to a demonetised channel and a notice about “mass-produced repetitive content”. The demonetization wave is being decided by three silent tests that YouTube does not publish on its support page, and most creators getting hit have no idea which one tripped them.

Trap 1: You Built On Something You Do Not Own

A 200K-sub quiz channel built on Nintendo and Disney characters just lost monetisation. Plenty of similar channels look fine, and the difference is one word: transformation. Editing isn’t it. Music isn’t either. Real transformation means original commentary, an original story arc, or a perspective that did not exist before you made the video. The test: strip every borrowed clip out and ask whether there is still a video left.

Trap 2: Your Videos Look Mass-Produced

This one stings. The animator above does every step himself, and still got hit. One line tucked into YouTube’s monetisation policies does the work: content should be made for the enjoyment or education of viewers, not the sole purpose of views. When videos use identical formats and lengths on a regular cadence, automated systems can’t always tell the work apart from that of a content farm. The test: cut the visuals in half – is there still a story, lesson, or take?

Trap 3: There Is No Human Behind The Channel

Faceless content is fine. AI avatars are fine. What gets you demonetized is fakery – a fictional human dressed up with authority cues like “Dr. Jennifer” giving medication advice to seniors. Faceless channels with real voices and real experience (Decoding YT, 1M subs) are fine – the human signature is clear. The test: can a curious viewer confirm a human is behind the channel in ten minutes? The full breakdown walks through the audit and the appeal that already worked for the demonetized animator.

Are You Safe From Demonetisation?

Let me know in the comments if you think you’re safe. Personally, I think I might be, and I say might, because you never know ith YouTube.

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I’ve also discovered that vidIQ excellent at writing songs. Here are some of the songs that vidIQ has helped me to write.

• My Balls Hit the Dunny Water – Aussie Pub Rock Comedy
• She Bought Me Nappies 😳 | Hilarious Aussie Comedy Song
• God Offered Adam a Deal… But It Cost an Arm and a Leg
• This Burglar Made a HUGE Mistake | Aussie Comedy Song

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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The answer to the question “Can vidIQ Write Songs?” is YES. vidIQ can write songs, and this post not only has the original joke, but it also shows a breakdown of all the prompts I used to produce a funny and entertaining song.

The Original Joke And Prompt To Answer Can vidIQ Write Songs?

Clicking the image below will take you to a sneak preview of the song, which, as of this post, is not live yet.

I want you to turn this joke into a funny song. I will need the best genre. I also need a prompt for Suno with styles to produce a great song under 3 minutes.

A burglar breaks into a home and holds the husband and wife hostage. At gunpoint, he forces the two to sit on chairs and ties them to the chairs. The burglar slowly and methodically begins robbing the house. The burglar has taken everything of value, and is ready to leave while the homeowners are still bound to their chairs.

Suddenly, the man yells at the burglar, “Please untie her, please, let her go!” “No, I’m not untying either of you so that the authorities get notified as late as possible.” says the criminal. “Don’t worry, your neighbors will soon wonder why your lights are still on throughout the night and check in with you.”

Yet the man again pleads, “Please, just untie her, I’ll do anything!” “Look, I need to get away with this crime, I’m sorry, I can’t leave anything up to chance.” says the burglar, feeling a little ashamed of himself.

“I’m begging you man, just let her go, she won’t call the cops, I promise!” the man is now crying. The burglar, still unwilling to budge, does find it quite touching how much his hostage cared about his wife.

“Wow,” he says “You must really love your wife to beg me to untie her so desperately.”

“Not really,” The man replies in a state of frenzy, “it’s just that she will be home in 15 minutes.”

vidIQ Response To My Song Request

What a cracker of a joke, Pete! The misdirection, the escalating desperation, and the gut-punch twist — it’s begging to be a song. Here’s the full package. 🎶

🎸 Genre Recommendation: Country Comedy / Honky-Tonk

Why Country? Three reasons:

1. Country music is built for narrative storytelling with a twist — Rodney Carrington, Brad Paisley’s “Online,” Tim Wilson. This joke IS a country song plot.
2. The deadpan delivery of the punchline hits 10x harder against twangy, emotionally earnest instrumentation.
3. The “cheating husband accidentally busted” setup is practically a country music trope — the audience will feel the twist coming from a different direction and still get blindsided.

🎵 Song Lyrics: “Untie Her (She’ll Be Home in Fifteen)”

[VERSE 1] (0:00 – 0:30) It was a Tuesday night ’round a quarter to nine A masked man walked in with a pistol and a crime Said “Sit in your chairs, don’t you dare make a sound” And tied ’em both up before he cased the whole ground

Took the flatscreen, the jewels and the cash The silverware, the laptop — cleaned it out in a flash Had everything loaded and was ready to flee When the husband hit his knees, started sobbing desperately

[PRE-CHORUS] (0:30 – 0:45) “Please! Let her go! I’m begging you now!” The burglar said “No mate, I can’t anyhow — If I cut her loose, she’ll ring the cops in a flash” But the husband kept on crying like the world was gonna crash

[CHORUS] (0:45 – 1:05) Untie her! Untie her! Set that poor woman free! Untie her! Untie her! She means the… world… to me! The burglar said “Son, you must really love your wife The way you’re carrying on and beggin’ for her life” Untie her! Untie her! Won’t you please just set her free?

[VERSE 2] (1:05 – 1:35) The burglar wiped a tear, said “Sir, I won’t lie This love that you’ve got here is bringing me to cry The way you fight for her — it’s something rare to see” He almost grabbed the ropes when the man screamed desperately:

“It’s NOT about love, man — would you just LISTEN to me? There’s something ’bout this situation you ain’t seeing! My wife — my REAL wife — gets off work around nine And she’s heading home right now — she’ll be here just in time!”

[PRE-CHORUS 2] (1:35 – 1:48) “Please! Let her go! I’m begging you now!” “Not ’cause I love her — well, not anyhow—” The burglar blinked slowly, said “Son, just say it plain” The husband took a breath and explained

[BRIDGE — KEY CHANGE / SPOKEN OVER MINIMAL GUITAR] (1:48 – 2:10) “My real wife… Gets off work at nine… And she’ll be home… In about… fifteen minutes… time…”

(single guitar chord, long dramatic pause)

“And if she walks through that door and sees THAT woman in that chair…”

(full band crashes back in)

“THAT’S WHY I’M SCARED!!!”

[FINAL CHORUS — FRANTIC, UPTEMPO] (2:10 – 2:40) Untie her! UNTIE HER! Before my wife gets home! Forget the cops, forget the crime, Just leave me here alone! The burglar dropped his loot bag, he laughed till he could cry He cut that woman loose and hollered his goodbye: “Son, you’ve got far bigger problems than a burglar — oh my!”

[OUTRO — DEADPAN, SLOW STRUM] (2:40 – 2:58) So he ran off laughing into the dark Australian night And that fella stood there knowin’ nothin’ would be right The moral of this story — well the lesson’s plain to see… If you’re gonna have a burglar over for a visit… Make sure your guest is… where she’s supposed to be.

(Ba-dum tsss 🥁)

🎛️ Suno Prompt (Copy-Paste Ready)

Paste this as the Style field, then paste your lyrics wit

markers:

Style prompt: country comedy, honky-tonk, narrative storytelling, upbeat and humorous, acoustic guitar lead, rolling banjo, fiddle fills, pedal steel swells, tambourine, male vocalist with warm southern drawl, comedic deadpan delivery, crowd-pleaser energy, 118 BPM, dramatic key change before bridge, full-band crash after dramatic pause, boot-stomping rhythm, Rodney Carrington meets Brad Paisley, laugh-track energy, twist ending punchline, Australian flavour on the outro

Song title in Suno: Untie Her (She’ll Be Home in Fifteen)

Pro tip for Suno: Add

[Spoken]

before the Bridge section lines for that dramatic deadpan delivery. Add

[Instrumental break]

for 4 bars after “And if she walks through that door…” before the final chorus crash. This is what sells the comedic pause.

🎬 YouTube Packaging Suggestion Can vidIQ Write Songs YES!!

This works brilliantly as a long-form comedy song video (your first dedicated comedy song would be a great format opener). Cut the Bridge + Final Chorus as a 45-second Short teaser — the dramatic pause alone will hook people mid-scroll.

Want me to write the full upload package — title options with scores, description, and tags? 🤙

My Response

Now I wasn’t entirely happy because vidIQ gave away the punchline too early, so I said;

The punchline should come at the end?

vidIQ took seconds to revamp my song

Absolutely right, Pete — that’s the correct comedy instinct. 🎯

The whole song should be the setup. The punchline is the last thing they hear. Right now the twist lands in Verse 2 and the rest of the song explains it — that kills the comedy. We need the audience thinking “he must really love her” all the way to the final line.

Here’s the rewrite:

🎵 “Untie Her” — Rewritten (Punchline Last)

[VERSE 1] (0:00 – 0:30) It was a Tuesday night ’round a quarter to nine A masked man walked in with a pistol and a crime Said “Sit in your chairs, don’t you dare make a sound” And tied ’em both up before he cased the whole ground

Took the flatscreen, the jewels and the cash The silverware, the laptop — cleaned it out in a flash Had everything loaded, was ready to go free When the husband hit his knees, started sobbing desperately

[PRE-CHORUS] (0:30 – 0:42) “Please! Let her go! I’m beggin’ you now!” The burglar said “No son, I can’t anyhow — Your neighbors will find you by morning’s light” But the husband just kept crying like it was his last night

[CHORUS] (0:42 – 1:02) Untie her! Untie her! Set that poor woman free! Untie her! Untie her! She means the world to me! “I can’t leave any witnesses, I’m sorry, it’s the law” But the husband cried harder than the man had ever saw Untie her! Untie her! Won’t you please just set her free?

[VERSE 2] (1:02 – 1:32) The burglar stood there shaking his head “Look I’m sorry for the trouble but I can’t,” he said “The moment that she’s free she’ll ring the cops in a flash And I’ll be caught before I’ve even spent your cash”

But the husband wouldn’t stop, he was crying like a drain Pleading and begging again and again and again The burglar shook his head — this fella clearly cared ‘Bout the woman sitting next to him — this love was beyond rare

[BRIDGE — SOFTER, EMOTIONAL GUITAR] (1:32 – 1:55) The burglar knelt down slowly Looked him in the eye Said “Son — I’ve robbed a hundred homes But I’ve never seen a man cry The way you’re carrying on for her It’s moving, I’ll admit You must really love your wife, boy”

(single strum — long pause)

[FINAL CHORUS — BIG, FULL BAND] (1:55 – 2:25) Untie her! Untie her! That’s all I’m asking, please! Untie her! Untie her! “You love her THAT much?” “Yes!” “More than words could say?” “YES!” “Then I’m moving on — I’ve robbed this place enough I’ll leave her tied — son, life is rough” Untie her! Untie her! (the husband’s voice drops quiet)

[OUTRO — SLOW STRUM, ALMOST SPOKEN] (2:25 – 2:58) The burglar grabbed his bag And headed for the door The husband slumped his head And stared down at the floor

(pause)

The burglar turned around one last time and said: “You know what — you’re right. I’ll be the bigger man. I must say — I’ve never seen a husband love his wife like that. That woman must be something special.”

(long beat — deadpan)

The husband looked up slowly… Cleared his throat… And said…

“…Not really, mate. It’s just that she’ll be home… in fifteen minutes.”

(ba-dum tsss 🥁 — then silence)

🎛️ Updated Suno Prompt

Style: country comedy, honky-tonk, narrative storytelling, acoustic guitar lead, rolling banjo, fiddle, pedal steel swells, male vocalist with warm deadpan delivery, emotional build throughout, 118 BPM, full-band crash on final chorus, dramatic silence before last spoken line, punchline landing on final word, Rodney Carrington meets Brad Paisley

Suno tip: Mark the Outro lines as

[Spoken]

and add

[Silence]

before the final line. That dead air before “in fifteen minutes” is where the joke lives. 🎯

Much stronger now — the whole song earns that last line. Want me to do the full upload package with scored titles, description, and tags? 🤙

vidIQ The Best AI Assistant Did More!! Can vidIQ Write Songs Yes

I was amazed. After asking questions, I then got prompts for TalkingPhotos that produced the character who sang the song. Heading ideas. A description and tags for the video. I would never have been able to do this without vidIQ. And I did it in no time.

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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vidIQ Features Explained! If you’re serious about growing a YouTube channel, tools like vidIQ have become almost essential. vidIQ is designed to help creators understand their audience, optimise their content, and ultimately increase views and engagement.

vidIQ Features Explained: Keyword Research: Finding High-Ranking Video Ideas

One of vidIQ’s most powerful features is its keyword research capability. It allows users to discover high-performing keywords, analyse competition, and choose topics that are more likely to rank on YouTube search results.

SEO Optimisation Tools for Better Visibility

vidIQ provides real-time SEO suggestions for titles, descriptions, and tags. Its tag recommendation engine helps ensure your content is fully optimised, improving your chances of being discovered by the right audience.

Advanced Analytics and Competitor Insights

The analytics dashboard gives detailed insights into video performance, including views, watch time, and engagement. You can also track competitors to see what strategies are working in your niche.

Trend Tracking: Stay Ahead of Viral Content

With features like “Trending Videos” and “Most Viewed,” vidIQ helps you identify trending topics and viral content opportunities so you can create timely and relevant videos.

Productivity Tools to Save Time

vidIQ includes bulk editing tools, description campaigns, and comment management features. These tools streamline your workflow and help you manage your channel more efficiently.

AI-Powered Features for Smarter Content Creation

vidIQ offers AI tools that generate video ideas, suggest titles, and assist with scripting. These features are ideal for maintaining consistency and overcoming creative blocks.

Browser Extension for Real-Time Insights

The vidIQ browser extension integrates directly with YouTube, providing instant analytics, keyword scores, and competitor data as you browse.

Educational Resources and Channel Growth Support

vidIQ also offers tutorials, channel audits, and personalised recommendations to help creators improve their strategy and grow faster.

Final Thoughts: Is vidIQ Worth It?

Overall, vidIQ is a powerful all-in-one tool for YouTube creators. With its combination of SEO tools, analytics, trend tracking, and AI features, it provides everything needed to grow and optimise a successful channel.

Other vidIQ Posts You May Find Interesting

• How vidIQ Helped My Channel
• How vidIQ Supercharges Content Creation (Beyond Keywords & Ideas) 🚀
• How to Explode Your Channel Growth with vidIQ Tools
• vidIQ Joke Creation Sample
• The Many Talents Of vidIQ
• The Truth About Clickbait: What Actually Works 🎯

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Here’s a ready-to-use 1,500-word blog post with a clickable heading, embedded video placement, supporting links, and image guidance—all aligned with your message (“buy the biggest battery you can afford”) but backed by credible sources.

Introduction: The Question Everyone Gets Wrong

One of the most common questions homeowners ask when installing solar is:

“How big should my solar battery be?”

And the frustrating truth is… most answers online are too conservative.

They’ll tell you to size your battery based on your average daily usage. Maybe add a small buffer. Keep costs down.

But that advice often ignores one critical reality:

👉 Solar doesn’t perform consistently—especially on cloudy days.

If you’ve watched my video above, you’ll already know my recommendation:

Buy the biggest battery you can afford.

Let’s break down why that advice actually makes sense—and how to justify it with real data.

The Reality of Solar on Cloudy Days

A common myth is that solar panels stop working when it’s cloudy.

They don’t—but performance drops significantly.

• Solar panels typically produce only 10–25% of normal output on overcast days (GreenMatch.co.uk)
• Heavy cloud cover can reduce sunlight transmission to as low as 5–15% (huisonenergy.com)
• Even in mild cloud, output is still substantially reduced

This has a direct impact on your battery.

Because:

👉 Your battery can only store what your panels generate.

So if your solar system is barely producing, your battery may not recharge fully—or at all. Because the energy it does produce goes straight to running your home, and if that’s not enough, it will drain your battery.

Why Battery Size Matters More Than You Think

Most people size their battery for:

• Night-time usage
• Average daily consumption
• Short-term savings

But that approach assumes consistent solar generation, which simply isn’t realistic.

The Problem: Consecutive Cloudy Days

Solar systems don’t fail on a single bad day.

They fail over multiple days of low production.

Industry guidance suggests designing for:

• 1.5 to 3+ days of autonomy in cloudy conditions (WattSizing)
• Even more if you want true energy independence

If your battery is too small:

• Day 1: partially charges
• Day 2: charges even less
• Day 3: runs flat

This is exactly how systems “drift into failure” during poor weather periods (inluxsolar.com)

The Three Ways to Size a Solar Battery

Let’s look at the standard approaches—and their limitations.

1. The “Daily Usage” Method (Most Common)

This method calculates:

• Your nightly usage (e.g. 8 kWh)
• Adds a small buffer (10–20%)

Example:

• 8 kWh usage → ~10 kWh battery

This works for basic setups, but:

❌ Doesn’t account for cloudy days
❌ Assumes daily recharge
❌ Leaves little margin for real-world conditions

2. The “Backup Power” Method

This approach focuses on:

• Essential appliances only
• Short-term outages (24–48 hours)

It’s cheaper—but:

❌ Not designed for solar optimisation
❌ Doesn’t maximise self-consumption
❌ Still vulnerable to weather

3. The “Off-Grid / Oversized” Method (Most Robust)

This is where things get interesting.

Instead of sizing for average conditions, you design for worst-case scenarios:

• Several days of poor solar generation
• Seasonal variation
• Real-world inefficiencies

This method requires:

• Covering 100% of your usage
• Adding multiple days of storage capacity

And yes—it results in a much larger battery.

But it’s also the only method that:

✅ Handles cloudy weather properly
✅ Prevents energy shortfalls
✅ Maximises independence

Why “Biggest Battery You Can Afford” Is Actually Smart

Your recommendation isn’t just opinion—it aligns with how resilient solar systems are designed.

Here’s why going bigger makes sense:

1. You Can’t Store Energy You Don’t Capture Later

On sunny days, your system often produces more energy than you use.

If your battery is too small:

• Excess energy is exported to the grid (often cheaply)
• You lose the opportunity to store it

A bigger battery lets you:

✔ Capture more daytime surplus
✔ Use it later when solar is weak

2. Cloudy Days Reduce Charging Speed

Even though solar still works in cloudy weather:

• Battery charging slows dramatically
• State of charge rises much more slowly (Your Energy Answers)

This means:

👉 A small battery may never fully recharge during bad weather

A larger battery gives you a longer buffer window.

3. Consecutive Bad Days Are the Real Risk

One cloudy day isn’t a problem.

Three in a row? That’s where systems fail.

A larger battery:

✔ Carries you through extended low-generation periods
✔ Reduces reliance on the grid
✔ Prevents “energy anxiety”

4. Energy Prices Make Storage More Valuable

In many regions:

• Export tariffs are low
• Evening electricity is expensive

A larger battery lets you:

✔ Avoid peak rates
✔ Maximise solar self-consumption
✔ Improve ROI over time

So… How Big Should You Actually Go?

Here’s a practical way to think about it.

Step 1: Calculate Daily Usage

Let’s say:

• Your home uses 20 kWh per day

Step 2: Decide Your Goal

Step 3: Add Cloudy-Day Buffer

If you want resilience:

• Multiply your daily usage by 2–3 days

Example:

• 20 kWh/day × 2.5 days = 50 kWh battery

That’s where your recommendation comes in:

👉 Most people won’t go that big
👉 But going as big as your budget allows moves you closer to this ideal

The Trade-Off: Cost vs Resilience

Let’s be honest—bigger batteries cost more.

But the trade-off is:

So the real question becomes:

👉 Do you want cheapest… or most reliable?

Best External Links to Support Your Blog

You can link out to these types of sources to reinforce your argument:

• Cloudy day performance stats
  • “Solar panels produce 10–25% output in overcast conditions” (GreenMatch.co.uk)
• Battery charging limitations
  • “Charging slows significantly in cloudy weather” (Your Energy Answers)
• System design guidance
  • “Plan for 1.5–3+ days of autonomy” (WattSizing)
• Real-world sizing approaches
  • Buffer recommendations for cloudy conditions (Sun Spark Energy)

These help validate your key message without sounding like opinion.

What Image Should You Use?

For this blog post, you want an image that visually reinforces your core argument: storage vs uncertainty.

Best-performing image ideas:

1. Solar + Battery + Cloud Contrast (Highly Recommended)

• Split image:
  • Left: bright sunny panels charging a battery
  • Right: cloudy sky with low output
• Message: “Your battery is your safety net”

2. Battery Capacity Comparison Graphic

• Small vs large battery icons
• Show how long each lasts over multiple days
• Simple visual storytelling

3. Home Energy Flow Diagram

• Solar → battery → home → grid
• Highlight energy loss when battery is too small

4. Storm / Cloudy Weather Visual

• Solar panels under heavy clouds
• Overlay text:
  👉 “What happens when the sun disappears?”

Final Thoughts

Sizing a solar battery isn’t just about averages—it’s about uncertainty.

And the biggest uncertainty in solar?

👉 Weather.

Yes, solar panels still work on cloudy days—but at drastically reduced output.

That’s why:

• Small batteries struggle
• Medium batteries cope
• Large batteries thrive

So your advice holds up:

Buy the biggest battery you can afford.

Because when the clouds roll in…

You’ll be glad you did.

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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Read on for How To Find YouTube Channels Linking To You. I’m sure a lot of folk out there would love to know how to find YouTube Channels that link to them. If you’re one of them, then this post is for you. As I always do these days, I asked vidIQ Can you show me videos that are linking to me?

vidIQ’s Answer To Finding YouTube Channels Linking To Your Channel

That’s a great question, Pete, but unfortunately, I don’t have a tool that can pull inbound links or referral data showing which external videos are linking to your channel. That kind of data lives in a couple of places I can’t directly access: (Oh well, I suppose vidIQ can’t answer everything, but at least it came up with some options for helping me top find an answer to How To Find YouTube Channels Linking To You?)

Where You CAN Find This 👇

YouTube Studio → Analytics → Reach → Traffic Sources

External sources — show websites, apps, or embeds driving traffic to your videos
Suggested videos — shows which OTHER creators’ videos are recommending yours alongside them
End screens / Cards — if another creator linked to you via an end screen or card

YouTube Studio → Analytics → Reach → Suggested Videos (detailed)

This is the goldmine — it shows specific videos that YouTube is pairing with yours in the “Up Next” sidebar

Google Search

Try searching: “Laughaholics” OR “UCrX1qq57oNWxaKCs4DB46qw” site:youtube.com to find mentions

What I Can Do For You 🎯

Pull your traffic source breakdown from your private analytics (views by source) so we can see what percentage comes from suggested, search, browse, etc.
Find channels in your niche that might be good collaboration targets

Want me to pull your traffic analytics so we can at least see where your views are coming from? That’ll tell us how much referral traffic you’re getting, even if I can’t pinpoint the exact linking videos.

vidIQ is a wealth of information, and I can safely say it’s one of my most used tools.

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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Guys, I have just published the Funniest Rap Song ever, but it’s not live yet. If you want to see the funniest ever rap song, before its release, check out Yo Momma’s Comedy ROAST – Funniest Rap You’ll Hear Today. As far as I know, this is the only Yo Momma rap song in existence.

Funniest Rap Song Lyrics.

Yeah—
No intro, straight jokes, let’s go!

Hook (8 bars)

Yo momma, yo momma — oh no she didn’t!
Step on the scale, screen glitchin’ and spinnin’
Scale said, “Wait… hold up, please…”
“I need your weight, not your phone number, geez!”

Yo momma, yo momma — laugh track hittin’
Roast on a beat, yeah the jokes stay winnin’
All fun, no hate, just comedy flame
If you mad at a joke, you losin’ the game!

Verse 1 (12 bars)

Yo momma so fat, took a pic last Christmas
Printer still printin’, said, “I ain’t finished”
Paper jammed up, ink said “nah”
Memory full just tryin’ to load that shot

Yo momma so fat when she fell one day
Nobody laughed — but the ground said “AY!”
Concrete cracked, Earth started clappin’
Seismologist said, “Yo… what just happened?”

Yo momma so fat and old — true story
When God said “Light,” blocked the glory
Said, “Ma’am please move, you in the way”
Sun clocked out early — called it a day

Hook (8 bars)

Yo momma, yo momma — jokes on repeat
Heavy on the laughs, light on the beat
Scale tapped out, said “I’m not trained”
Battery died from the mental strain!

Verse 2 (12 bars)

Yo momma so ugly, entered a contest
They said, “No professionals — that’s the process”
Judges quit early, trophies hid
Mirror filed charges — said “I’m done with this”

Yo momma so stupid, quarters in her ears
Said she listenin’ to 50 Cent real clear
Yo momma so dumb, battery in her pants
Yellin’ “I GOT THE POWER!” — missed the whole plan

Yo momma so stupid, this one’s a classic
Climbed a glass wall — just to look past it
Still don’t know why, still got scars
Brain said “stop,” feet said “nah”

Final Hook (Big, energetic — 8 bars)

Yo momma, yo momma — laugh attack
Comedy rap, bring the punchlines back
Old-school jokes with a brand-new sound
If you ain’t laughin’ now, check your surround!

Yo momma, yo momma — crowd go wild
Roasts so dumb you gotta smile
Track ends quick, no fade, no stall
Mic drop joke — that’s all, y’all!

End (Quick tag)

Haha—
All jokes.
No moms were harmed… probably.

In case you’re wondering how I produced this singing video, I used AI, more specifically, TalkingPhotos. If youn want to know the whole process, drop me a comment.

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I needed a Framework For Winning On YouTube if I want to succeed. I know I needed help, so I asked vidIQ to develop a framework to help me succeed on YouTube. Within minutes, vidIQ examined my channel and came up with the following plan.

How Your Channel Data Has All The Answers

You don’t need to guess—your data leaves a trail of breadcrumbs. To analyse your videos like an expert, you need to look past the “Views” number and look at Viewer Behavior.
Here is the exact framework to identify why a video like The Funniest Construction Joke You’ll Hear Today 🏗️😂>100x took off, using your own channel data.

1. The “Retention Flatline” Test (The Most Critical Metric)
   Open YouTube Studio and look at the Audience Retention Graph for your top videos.
   • The Losers: The graph looks like a “Ski Slope” 📉. It starts high and crashes immediately. This means the joke setup was too long or boring.
   • The Winners: The graph looks like a “Flatline” ⎯⎯. It stays horizontal until the very end.
   • Real Example: Look at How I Avoided a DUI and Ended Up With a Stolen Taxi in My Garage. It has a staggering 82.19% Retention. This is your “Gold Standard.” The line stays flat because every sentence adds a new piece of information (Restaurant -> Drinks -> Roadblock -> Twist), making it impossible for the viewer to leave without missing the point.
2. The “Twist Timing” Ratio
   Comedy relies on timing. For your channel, the data shows a specific winning structure: The Late Punchline.
   • The Method: Calculate where the punchline hits relative to the total length.
   • Your Data:
   ◦ In The Funniest Construction Joke You’ll Hear Today>100x , the “Supplies!” reveal happens at the very end.
   ◦ In Irish Nun’s Last Wish Will Make You Laugh!1.6x (“Irish Nun”), the twist is the final sentence.
   • Why it works: If you reveal the punchline at the 50% mark, viewers swipe away immediately. Your winners force viewers to watch 90-100% of the video to “get it.”
   • The Check: If your graph drops before the video ends, you revealed the punchline too early.
3. The “Character Hook” Factor
   Analyse the first 3 seconds of your winners versus your losers.
   • Generic Starts: “Here is a joke…” (Often lower performance).
   • Character Starts: Little Johnny Almost Ended My Career at the Dinner Table1.3x (“Little Johnny”) and Italian Nonna vs Modern Dating | Hilarious Joke1.5x (“Italian Nonna”).
   • The Analysis: Viewers stop scrolling because they recognise the archetype. “Little Johnny” promises mischief; “Italian Nonna” promises feistiness.
   • Action: Tag your videos mentally. Did it start with a Character Name? If yes, and it got high views -> Do more of that character.
   ⚡ Your “Winner Identification” Checklist
   Every time a video gets over 1,500 views, run it through this 3-step audit:
   1 Did it exceed 70% Retention? If yes, the pacing was perfect. Don’t change the speed of your delivery.
   2 Did the graph drop before the end? If yes, trim the seconds after the punchline next time. (Get out as soon as the laugh happens).
   3 Was there a clear “Villain” or “Victim”? (e.g., The Boss, The Nun, The Police Officer). If yes, write that character down as a “Winning Topic.”
   Quick question: When you look at the retention graph for How I Avoided a DUI and Ended Up With a Stolen Taxi in My Garage1x (“DUI/Stolen Taxi”), is there a specific moment where the line actually goes up (a spike)? That usually indicates people re-watched the punchline to make sure they heard it right.

That’s it, I hope My Framework For Winning On YouTube is of use to you.

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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I noticed that a few of my shorts weren’t getting much views, so I had to ask vidIQ exactly, Why Isn’t My Shorts Getting Views? This is what I asked vidIQ:

This joke was posted two days ago but has only got 3 views? https://youtube.com/shorts/jfvWm55WnEY Why is that when headings, description and hooks were all supplied by vidIQ

And here is the reply.

Here’s What’s Really Happening 🔍

I’ve analyzed She Stood Up to the Ventriloquist and What Happened Next Is Hilarious and found something critical: your video is actually well-optimized and engaging – the problem is YouTube isn’t showing it to anyone.

The Evidence That Proves This

Your video has a 35.15% view percentage, which is perfectly normal for your channel (22-56% range). This means when people DO see it, they watch it. But only 3 people have been shown it in 3 days – that’s a 98% drop from your typical 60-1080 views for recent Shorts.

The vidIQ optimization worked – your title scored 82/100, which is strong. Your content quality is solid: clear audio, vibrant animation, well-structured joke with proper pacing. The packaging isn’t the problem.

The Real Issue: November Distribution Crisis 📉

Your entire channel hit a wall in November:

• October 2025: 15,777 views
• November 2025: 1,057 views (93% decline)
• Nov 4 (your upload day): Only 58 total channel views – your lowest day in the tracking period

This isn’t just affecting this one video:

• Nov 6 video: 9 views
• Nov 5 video: 60 views
• Your video: 3 views

YouTube’s November 2025 Algorithm Changes

YouTube implemented stricter requirements for Shorts in November:

• 75% retention required for videos under 30 seconds
• Longer Shorts face penalties (yours is 1:26)
• First 48 hours determine everything – if you don’t get traction immediately, the algorithm throttles distribution
• Discovery shifted from Shorts Shelf to main feed/search, making thumbnails MORE critical

Critical Weakness: Your Thumbnail ⚠️

Your thumbnail is bright and eye-catching BUT it’s missing text overlay. In November’s algorithm, this is a major disadvantage because:

• Text helps the algorithm understand your content
• Text improves discoverability in main feed
• Text gives viewers instant context (your title mentions “ventriloquist” but thumbnail doesn’t show this)

Why vidIQ Optimization Alone Wasn’t Enough

vidIQ gave you excellent packaging advice (82/100 title), but it can’t override:

• YouTube’s decision to suppress distribution during your channel’s crisis period
• Algorithmic bias against longer Shorts (1:26 vs under 30 seconds)
• Zero initial engagement (0 likes, 0 comments) preventing algorithmic boost
• Possible audience fatigue (you have 615 similar joke videos)

What You Need to Do NOW 💪

Immediate Actions:

1. Add text to ALL future thumbnails – make it bold, contrasting, and directly reference the joke premise
2. Shorten your Shorts to under 60 seconds – aim for 30-45 seconds to avoid length penalties
3. Front-load your hook – get to the punchline setup faster
4. Post at different times – test when your audience is most active

Strategic Changes:

1. Vary your content format – mix in different joke styles, not just narrative setups
2. Engage immediately after posting – respond to any comments within first hour to signal activity
3. Cross-promote on other platforms – drive external traffic to signal value to YouTube
4. Check YouTube Studio notifications – look for any content warnings or policy issues

The Question You Need to Answer 🤔

Have you received ANY notifications from YouTube about content guidelines, community strikes, or policy warnings? A 93% drop this severe often indicates algorithmic suppression, and I need to know if there’s a compliance issue triggering it.

Your video quality is good. Your optimization is good. But something triggered a distribution shutdown in November. Let’s figure out what and fix it together.

What notifications (if any) have you seen in YouTube Studio recently?

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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Yes! Today’s Two Funniest AI-Revamped Blonde Jokes is only possible because of vidIQ, which is like having my own personal assistant. If you have any questions about vidIQ, just leave it in the comments section below.

The first blonde joke is The Funniest Blonde Counting Story Ever, and clicking on that link will take you to that joke on YouTube.

The Funniest Blonde Counting Story Ever – Blonde Joke #1

A blonde girl bursts through the door after school.
“MOMMY MOMMY! Today we counted and everyone else could only get to 4 but I made it to 10! 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10!”
Her mom smiles. “Very good sweetie.”
“Is it because I’m blonde Mommy?”
“Yes, dear, it’s because you’re blonde.”
Next day, same thing.
“MOMMY MOMMY! We did the alphabet and everyone stopped at D but I made it to G! A, B, C, D, E, F, G!”
“Very good honey.”
“Is it because I’m blonde?”
“Yes, because you’re blonde.”
Third day.
“MOMMY MOMMY! In gym class today when we showered all the other girls were flat but I have THESE!”
She lifts her shirt revealing a pair of 36Cs. Her mom goes red.
“Ah yes… very good dear.”
The girl beams. “Is it because I’m blonde Mommy?”
“No sweetheart… it’s because you’re 24.”

Now for blonde joke #2, She Found a Magic Lamp But Her Wishes Are Hilarious.

She Found a Magic Lamp But Her Wishes Are Hilarious – Two Funniest AI-Revamped Blonde Jokes

A beautiful blonde woman finds an antique lamp at a garage sale. She rubs it, and a genie emerges in a puff of smoke.

The genie tells her she’ll be granted three wishes.

The woman thinks for a moment and says, ‘First, give me a bottomless glass of champagne.’ A crystal glass of bubbly appears in her hand. She takes a sip, then another, and the glass magically refills. She’s absolutely delighted and continues to drink. The glass never empties.

Then the genie says, ‘And what about your other two wishes?’

The woman thinks for a moment and says with a smile, ‘Give me two more just like this one!

Which one was your favourite joke?

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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I’ve often wondered about The Truth About Clickbait: What Actually Works. Should I be using clickbait? Will it help my channel? I’ve never used it because I’m not one to lead my viewers on or to trick them into watching my videos. I decided to ask vidIQ to see what it would recommend. My question was; “Is it a good idea to use clickbait in your headings and thumbnails?” And, here is

Here’s the deal: clickbait exists on a spectrum, and understanding the difference between misleading clickbait and curiosity-driven packaging is crucial for your comedy channel’s growth.

The Two Types of Clickbait

❌ Misleading Clickbait (Avoid This)

• Promises jokes or stories not delivered in your video
• Shows reactions or scenarios that don’t actually appear
• Uses exaggerated claims about joke quality
• Creates false urgency or scarcity

✅ Curiosity-Driven Packaging (Use This)

• Accurately previews your joke without revealing the punchline
• Shows genuine expressions that match your video’s energy
• Highlights relatable scenarios your Aussie audience recognizes
• Delivers on the promise made in the title and thumbnail

Why This Matters for Your Channel

Research shows misleading clickbait can boost your CTR by 30%+ initially, but here’s the catch: YouTube’s algorithm in 2025 prioritizes watch time and retention over clicks alone. When viewers feel deceived, they:

• Leave quickly (killing your retention)
• Click “Not Interested” (reducing recommendations)
• Lose trust in your channel (hurting long-term growth)

For a comedy channel like yours with 1,300 subscribers, building trust is more valuable than temporary CTR spikes.

Your Winning Formula 🎭

For Titles:

• Lead with the setup, not the punchline: “This Bloke Walked Into A Bar With A Kangaroo” ✓
• Avoid vague clickbait: “You Won’t Believe What Happened Next” ✗
• Use specific, intriguing premises that accurately preview the joke

For Thumbnails:

• Show your genuine Pete expressions matching the video’s energy
• Add bold text highlighting the joke category or setup
• Include visual elements from the actual content
• Maintain consistent branding so viewers trust your packaging

The Bottom Line

Use bold, curiosity-driven packaging that accurately represents your content. Successful comedy channels grow by creating pattern interrupts that spark curiosity without deception. Your goal: make viewers think “I need to hear this joke” while ensuring they’re never disappointed when they click.

Want me to analyze some of your recent videos to see how your current titles and thumbnails are performing? I can give you specific suggestions for improvement! 📊

Other Topics To Keep You Entertained

My Best YouTube Optimisation Strategy was also created by my vidIQ AI Assistant. Are you wondering about the importance of hashtags? This is the post for you. And finally, some of my YouTube Tips posts, which I’ve put together. Another post that may interest you is A/B Testing Thumbnails for Your Channel Exposed.

I also have another brilliant AI app that I use to create all my images called Artistly. Is Artistly AI Worth Your Money? Honest Review is a video that showcases a small portion of what Artistly is capable of. Because of Artistly, I never have to worry about getting caught using copyrighted images.

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