Electric experiences are nothing new to Darren Watkins Jr., better known online as IShowSpeed, and his recent trip to Peru is no different. Speed is a very well-known YouTube streamer who has amassed a sizable fan base because of his energetic nature, absurd antics, and passion for the famous "SIU" celebration, which was made famous by Cristiano Ronaldo. During a live-streamed performance in Peru, Speed, who is known for his exaggerated "SIU" cries, took his largest one to yet, and the audience matched his enthusiasm.
What some are referring to as the most passionate "SIU" he has ever played was fuelled by the massive turnout of his Peruvian supporters. After seeing the viral celebration, fans jumped to social media to share their reactions, with one joking about -
"Really going at high speed."
The size of Speed's crowds is increasing along with his fan base, and this is going to be a memorable occasion. 'SIU' is reverberating well beyond the Peruvian stadium, with supporters all around the world talking about it on the internet.
YouTube star IShowSpeed captivates fans with his loudest ‘SIU’ yet during a wild trip to Peru
Since IShowSpeed's record-breaking "SIU" in Peru, the internet has been a flurry of activity, with fans taking to Twitter and other platforms to share their amazement and laughter, and of course, their hit tweets.
One user commented,
“The aura is wild,”
accompanied by a GIF of a man shrugging, perfectly capturing the very surreal energy of the audience and the overall moment.
Another tweeted,
“Michael Jackson motion this is…”
comparing Speed’s crowd-commanding presence to the legendary pop star.
Speed's fans also displayed confidence in his future, with one person proclaiming,
“He's gonna be the president one day,”
adding a funny flair to the streamer’s already sky-high reputation. The people want what they want.
Other reactions captured the magnitude of the event, with one tweet reading,
“That was pretty nasty NGL,” and another declaring,
“Speed feeling like this rn,”
alongside a meme of Gru from Despicable Me standing on a cliff overlooking a sea of minions.
"That is a f*cking insane crowd,”
one fan tweeted, attaching a GIF of an emoji exclaiming "HOLY MOLY,"
while another found humor in the moment with a minion mic-drop meme, stating,
“Idk why this gives me these vibes LMAO.”
Perhaps the most ambitious tweet of all?
“He should be appointed UN ambassador.”
Speed's most recent achievement has undoubtedly solidified his status as one of the most adored performers on the internet, able to command audiences all over the world with one simple word—SIU.
IShowSpeed's meteoric rise and his impact
With millions of people worldwide drawn to his outrageous (yet overall loveable and appealing) persona, IShowSpeed has experienced a sharp increase in popularity. Speed has established himself as a mainstay of online culture, starting with his early days of streaming games and then branching out into a range of entertainment material.
He is a popular favorite, especially among Gen Z viewers, mainly cause of his ever-so-contagious enthusiasm, outrageous pranks, and of course - unforgettable outbursts. His brand is now characterized by the 'SIU' cry, which connects him to football greats like Ronaldo and appeals to followers who like his distinct content style.
With IShowSpeed demonstrating his capacity to engage with followers worldwide, irrespective of language or region, what started as a tiny celebration has now grown into a worldwide phenomenon. His recent stay in Peru just goes to show how popular his humor and exuberance are everywhere, how seamlessly universal it seems to be. Speed's impact will only increase, and fans are excited to see where his next "SIU" will lead him.
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