Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" is the latest Internet meme to rule the world.
Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" is the pop culture gift that keeps on giving. Even President Barack Obama and presidential candidate Mitt Romney are hopping on the "Call Me Maybe" train. Well, not really, but ... maybe? (Sorry.)
Thanks to some clever video editing, the two politicians performed the viral song in a similar fashion as some Harvard athletes did earlier this month. The end result -- which premiered on "The Tonight Show" -- was pretty magical.
The "Call Me Maybe" craze started in February, when Justin Bieber and his girlfriend Selena Gomez, together with a few of their famous friends, recorded an adorable lip sync video to Jepsen's infectious pop song. Thanks to Bieber -- and his 21 million Beliebers -- "Call Me Maybe" became an overnight internet sensation.
Popstar Katy Perry caught the "Call Me Maybe" bug and uploaded her own parody, featuring herself and a group of friends at a Coachella poolside party. Even James Franco couldn't resist Jepsen's charms. The actor posted his own version of the song in April.
"Call Me Maybe" isn't just for the celebrity crowd. Lip syncing parodies seem to be the latest fad among college students, especially collegiate athletes. Sports teams from Duke, University of Connecticut and Syracuse have all posted their own unique parodies of the pop tune, but the Harvard baseball team really put the meme on the map when they choreographed a catchy fist-pump dance while lip syncing along to the single.
Not to be outdone, the girls of Southern Methodist University's female rowing team recorded a version, using only their legs. Sooner or later, Kathie Lee and Hoda caught on to the "Call Me Maybe" craze and performed their own choreographed dance routine to the song on their morning show -- Spanx and all!
It seems the only person who hasn't recorded a video of herself lip syncing along to the catchy track is Jepsen, but we all know what happened when Hilary Clinton caught on to her meme. Maybe it's better if Jepsen sits this one out.
What's your favorite "Call Me Maybe" video? Take a look through the slideshow below and let us know in the comments.
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Cookie Monster's 'Share It Maybe'
"Me just met you/And this is crazy..."
Pamona High School Staff In Denver Sing "Call Me Maybe"
Romney And Obama's "Call Me Maybe" Duet
JAY LENO: Obama and Romney's 'Call Me Maybe' Car Dance. I don't own this material. Just re-posted from MSNBC, Today Show & Jay Leno. No copyright infringement intended.
Harvard Baseball 2012 Call Me Maybe Cover
www.friendsofjaclyn.net yes he was actually sleeping the whole time Call us Maybe @HulsatingMember @HarvardBaseball @SmartyPants9 @Get_Meaty @OldTimer7 @Marcus_Way We do not own the rights to any of the music shown in this video
"Fashion Police's" New Music Video
Joan Rivers, Giuliana Rancic, Kelly Osbourne, George Kotsiopoulos and a bunch of their fabulous friends want you to call them--maybe.
"Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae Jepsen - Feat. Justin Bieber, Selena, Ashley Tisdale & MORE!
Here's the new link.. Buy it on iTunes! itunes.apple.com Follow me on Twitter! twitter.com Check out the OFFICIAL video here! www.youtube.com Hey guys! Here's the music video I promised featuring all my friends to Carly Rae Jepsen's song 'Call Me Maybe'. Make your own video with your friends and post it here! **Also, Big thanks to Alfredo Flores for helping edit this video!** Don't forget to leave a comment and more importantly SUBSCRIBE!
Katy Perry and friends singing/dancing to "Call Me Maybe"
SMU Women's Rowing 2012 Call Me, Maybe Cover
Ball's in your court, Harvard Baseball As a team that is characterized by strong women, we want to help in the act of empowering women and to raise awareness for victims of sexual violence. SMU student athletes take pride in supporting each other in any situation, and it is our honor to bring to light the story of a fellow Lady Mustang, Monika Korra and to use her story to help other victims of sexual violence. Follow the link below to learn more about Monika and her story. espn.go.com We do not own the rights to any of the songs played in this video Drew Yoder (Choreographer) Emily McCombs (Director) Courtaney Miller (Dancer) Chantelle Conley (Dancer) Emily Carstens (Dancer) Halley Learned (Singer) Maggie Jones (Singer) Claira McElroy (Singer) Lauren Moore (Dancer) Rachelle Schelhaas (Dancer) Our apologies. The first video had to be temporarily taken down.
Call Me Maybe Syracuse University
For my Viral Video Project, I decided to reflect the student body of Syracuse University through #Rotoloclass's favorite song, "Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae Jepsen. #Rotoloclass is the Social Media and the Enterprises class through the School of Information Studies. I hope you enjoy! A big thank you to Anthony Rotolo and everyone who helped make this video!
Texas State Call Me Maybe Harvard Baseball Parody/Bagel Dance
Texas State Club Baseball does their version of Call Me Maybe and the Texas State Bagel Dance. Props to Harvard Baseball for the original idea. ENJOY! Follow us @Seannny_P @Shoomzay @Benny_Benavides @TylerJo89 @BobbySmiga We do not own the rights to any of the music in this video. Music Credit to Run-DMC & Carly Rae Jepsen. Check out our Team Web Site and Facebook: www.facebook.com sites.google.com
"Call Me Gaybe" Carly Rae Jepsen Cover
Some friends having good, clean, heterosexual fun. Twitter @pimpmyrice @jobothahobo @jasiejayy @naquin_onwood @joey_101_
Call Me Maybe(With Me)
Watch Me Perform Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.keenansroom.com NEW CLOTHING LINE www.justloveapparel.com FOLLOW ME ON KEEK www.keek.com TWITTER: www.twitter.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com KEENAN CAHILL MANAGEMENT: www.twitter.com www.facebook.com www.twitter.com
"Call Me Maybe" James Franco
Kathie Lee & Hoda's Homage To "Call Me Maybe"
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