Why it worked
The creator leverages a relatable struggle (finding an audience for creative work) and a direct, emotional appeal to the viewer's empathy. The inclusion of his children adds a layer of vulnerability and a "human" element, making the request more compelling.
Summary
The creator, Jason Piquette, is a folk artist struggling to find an audience for his music. He asks viewers to take a few minutes to listen to his song "Aspen" and interact with it to help him find listeners, stating it would mean the world to him.
Structure
- 1Request to not scroll
- 2Explain struggle finding audience
- 3Ask for a few minutes to listen
- 4Request interaction to find listeners
- 5Express gratitude
Call to action
SO IF YOU
A COUPLE MINUTES
AND LISTEN TO
SEE IF THEY'RE
OR JUST INTERACT
WITH THEM TO
FIND OTHER PEOPLE
WHO MIGHT LIKE THEM,
THAT WOULD MEAN
THE WORLD TO ME.
On-screen text
PLEASE DON'T SCROLL.
I know you might be busy,
but I've been really struggling,
an audience for
MY MUSIC.
SO IF YOU
A COUPLE MINUTES
AND LISTEN TO
SEE IF THEY'RE
OR JUST INTERACT
WITH THEM TO
FIND OTHER PEOPLE
WHO MIGHT LIKE THEM,
THAT WOULD MEAN
THE WORLD TO ME.
UM, SO, YEAH.
THANK YOU SO
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