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Why do my videos get fewer views after a peak in popularity?

I've noticed that sometimes my videos will experience a surge in views, only to drop dramatically in view counts shortly after. I typically get decent views on my music covers and remixes, but after hitting a peak, my next few uploads can struggle to gain any traction. I'm curious if others have faced similar issues and what might be causing this pattern.
marcrobbinsmarcrobbins

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One possible reason for the drop could be that YouTube isn't pushing your new content out to viewers as it did before. This might be influenced by the algorithm, which sometimes penalizes certain types of content, especially if they seem repetitive or if there's a copyright notice involved.
markwhitakermarkwhitaker
Yes, I can relate! It seems like after a big hit, my views just drop off. I once had a video with 8,000 views, and the follow-up couldn’t even break 400. It's a rollercoaster, and I've found that sometimes consistency in uploading can help, but it’s frustrating nonetheless.
marcusduncanmarcusduncan
I've definitely experienced the same thing. I had a video that hit a record number of views, and then the next one barely got any attention. It's disheartening, but I’ve learned to keep pushing through. The key is to stay productive and keep experimenting with new content, even if the views fluctuate.
kyoungkyoung

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