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Best of 2011

Our Favorite 5 of YouTube's Top 2011 Videos

It's hard to go a couple days (or hours) without a friend, parent, or co-worker directing you to the "most amazing video EVER" on YouTube.

It's hard to go a couple days (or hours) without a friend, parent, or co-worker directing you to the "most amazing video EVER" on YouTube. Following the world's video sharing trends closely, YouTube unveiled the Top 10 YouTube videos of 2011. We'll admit we've watched videos one through 10 multiple times, but have our own list of top five favorites. While "Friday" was catchy, it didn't make our cut, which you can check out below.

  1. Nyan Cat — Coffee break? Try a Nyan Cat break whenever a moment of zen is needed throughout the day. How many of the 56 million views made it through the whole video of the pop-tart cat, the meme that launched a thousand parodies, crafts, and costumes?
  2. Talking Twin Babies — We may not know what they're saying, but these twin babies are in the midst of a heated discussion that'll likely go on the rest of their lives. Over 56 million views attempted to debunk their baby talk.
  3. Cat Mom Hugs Baby Kitten — Imagine a world where everyone watched this video of a mother cat pulling her restless sleeping kitten into a hug daily. It would be rather sweet and cuddly; 39 million viewers agree.

Two more YouTube faves after the break.

Editor's Pick

Add a Little Nyan Cat to Your Life

Pop Tart Cat, Nyan Cat, however you refer to this Internet meme, we can all agree that it's eight bits of pixel animation cuteness.

Pop Tart Cat, Nyan Cat, however you refer to this Internet meme, we can all agree that it's eight bits of pixel animation cuteness. Something about a video of an illustrated cat with the body of a cherry pop tart flying through space adds up to an addictive experience that's grown into its own offline sensation. If you're likely to turn on Nyan Cat when in need of a little moment of Zen, you'll appreciate these Etsy finds for an all-pastry cat, all the time.

Tech Shopping

Nyan Cat Necklace: Perfect For Web Addicts

The Nyan Cat video has over 29 million views on YouTube, so if you haven't seen (or heard of) it yet then you probably don't surf the Internet .

The Nyan Cat video has over 29 million views on YouTube, so if you haven't seen (or heard of) it yet then you probably don't surf the Internet . . . ever. Though, if you're a web addict, and can agree that the Nyan Cat is always good for a laugh, then you'll probably love the Nyan Cat Necklace ($25) from Etsy seller lizglizz.

This sizable necklace is made from polymer clay and comes with a silver chain, so you can accessorize as you please. Surely, this necklace is a conversation piece and could be a great geek magnet for single gals everywhere. Wear appropriately. Also, check out the Ride the Stars Necklace if you're a Kirby fan. Adorable!

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