A video with just 14 views landed me a spot on Netflix… almost

Why did I create that video? Was I aiming for viral success, or was it simply for the love of video making? Clearly, it wasn’t for the views; I hardly expected it to be a hit. My motivation? A deep-rooted passion for creating videos.

In today’s saturated market, artists like me strive for visibility. It’s a natural desire to go viral, to be recognized and validated. But there’s a worrying trend where the art of creation gets overshadowed by the chase for likes and views.

How often do we, as creators, obsess over YouTube analytics or Instagram followers?

Is this obsession marking the demise of true art? I often wonder about the videos I didn’t make because I feared they wouldn’t garner enough views. Conversely, how many videos did I make solely for views, without any real enjoyment in the process?

Let me take you back to 2020. After enduring lockdowns, there was this beautiful sunny day when I decided to walk from Ealing to Wembley. Accompanied by…