Josh Hutcherson - Whistle

The "Josh Hutcherson - Whistle" meme originates from a fan video uploaded to YouTube in 2014. Created by YouTube user MetroGirlzStation, the video is a slideshow of Josh Hutcherson's pictures set to a cover of Flo Rida's "Whistle" performed by Joel Merry.

The meme gained popularity in November 2023 when TikTok user @misowenfr re-uploaded the video. Coinciding with the release of the "Five Nights at Freddy's" movie, many TikTok users began creatively editing and repurposing the video, leading to its explosive rise in popularity. Users played the video on projection screens, different devices, and even inside fruits, turning it into a viral sensation.

The core concept of this meme is to play the slideshow of Josh Hutcherson and the "Whistle" cover song in unexpected places or situations. Similar to Rickrolling, it aims to surprise and amuse viewers by making the video appear in unusual locations. Examples include the video playing in the sky when a door is opened or appearing inside a sliced fruit.