| D Billions | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Kyrgyzstan |
| Website | dbillions |
| YouTube information | |
| Channel | |
| Presented by | Asko Anarkulov
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| Years active | 2019–present |
| Genre(s) | education, kids entertainment |
| Subscribers | 33.4 million [1] |
| Total views | 43.94 billion [1] |
Last updated: February 17, 2025 | |
D Billions is a children's music group and YouTube channel based in Kyrgyzstan, known for producing entertaining and educational content for young audiences. They are also known for their "Clap, Clap, Cha Cha Cha!" video, which has surpassed over 2 billion views onto YouTube. The channel features four characters: Cha-Cha, Lya-Lya, Boom-Boom, and Chicky, each portrayed by different performers. [2]
The group was founded by Ernist Umetaliev, who is the owner and producer of Ekarecords. [3] [4] The D Billions YouTube channel was launched on July 27, 2019, with their debut video, "Left! Right! | D Billions Kids Songs," released on August 8, 2019. [5] The video, showcasing a simple English song with a catchy tune, has garnered over 90 million views. [3]
The group comprises four main characters, each distinguished by unique costumes and personas.
D Billions specializes in creating educational songs and dance videos aimed at preschool children. Their content covers various topics, including basic mathematics, language skills, and physical activities. [6]
One of their most popular videos, "Clap, Clap, Cha Cha Cha!" has garnered over 2 billion views. [7] Additionally, the song inspired millions of videos on TikTok, becoming a top trend in 2022 [8] and leading to a feature at the opening of Eurovision 2022. [9]
In May 2023, D Billions was officially acknowledged by local authorities as a significant cultural export of Kyrgyzstan. The group was awarded an honorary certificate in recognition of their "notable contribution to the development of the nation." [3]
The group's live shows have attracted substantial audiences, with their first concert setting a record attendance of over 40,000 people in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, marking it as the largest live show attendance in the city's history. [10]