YouTube is known for funny cat videos, twerking fails and music covers. Future musicians simply post a music video cover on YouTube and can find fame, while becoming an overnight sensation. YouTube covers have gone as far as getting new artists a record deal.
Unknown artists take a very successful chart-topping hit and make it their own. YouTube is similar to trying out for a talent show; it is about presenting who you are, your musical sound and what you have to offer the growing music industry. This is how the music industry operates now.
This is the new age of the music industry, in this industry, it matters how many views a video can get within a 24-hour period and which video can go viral first. In 2013, it is possible to get a “big break” by simply clicking the upload button.
YouTube has introduced music fans to artists such as Tyler Ward, Pentatonix, Lindsey Stirling and many more.
The following is a list of the top 10 YouTube covers today. Did your favorite cover not make the countdown? Comment below to add your favorites.