We’ve all shared Julio’s memes at least once. For WBI, it’s become a tradition over the past couple of years for the team to send each other at least one meme daily, laughing at how original people can be. We’ve even dared to create our own Julio memes.
This year, we decided to write an article about this viral hispanic phenomenon that many people eagerly anticipate as the year begins (unlike others, who shall remain unnamed, waiting for Christmas once it’s over) (It’s me, hi. I’m the problem, it’s me).
But have you ever wondered since when this meme went viral?
The Secret Behind Julio memes
Julio Iglesias was born on September 23rd… No, that’s not it.
Although there’s no exact date, Julio memes date back to around 2010, with no specific creator. Experts say they emerged organically on the internet, coinciding with the Spanish singer’s name, which prompted more people to create memes.
By 2015, some forums had established images that turned him into a viral sensation, and when several users on formerly-known-as-Twitter started sharing jokes about the seventh month using Julio Iglesias, his popularity surged even more.
As we were writing this article, we wondered what Julio Iglesias thought about his image being used for these trending memes. So, we searched the internet because, as you know, we are a technology company and we don’t interview celebrities (yet), and we found out that the singer finds the memes “amusing, as long as they are not offensive.”
But now, how have memes helped Julio Iglesias with Marketing in his career?
- Increased recognition: Memes have put Julio Iglesias on the radar of a new generation of audience, especially among young people who may not have known him before. This has led to increased plays of his music and interest in his persona and career.
- Current relevance: Memes have shown that Julio Iglesias remains a culturally relevant figure, capable of connecting with the current audience through humor and satire. This has kept him in public conversation and generated anticipation for his new activities.
- Renewed image: Some memes have portrayed Julio Iglesias in a more humorous and accessible way, potentially helping to soften his public image and attract new fans.
It’s important to note that opinions on this topic vary widely. Some fans celebrate the memes as a fun way to honor Julio Iglesias, while others criticize them as disrespectful or inappropriate.
In the end, the true value of Julio Iglesias memes lies in their ability to generate conversation and debate. They have succeeded in getting people talking about him again, which in itself is a remarkable achievement for an artist with such a long and successful career.
