The Mannequin Challenge has officially swept the world. Started by a group of high schoolers in late October, the video stunt spread across the internet rapidly and has drawn in celebrities, sports teams, and politicians for the simple act of freezing in dramatic positions. The biggest winner of the viral trend is clearly Rae Sremmurd, whose song "Black Beatles" soundtracks most of the videos. In the weeks since the Mannequin Challenge began, "Black Beatles" has shot up the Billboard Hot 100. The song finally landed at No. 1 this week, dethroning the Chainsmoker's "Closer" after 12 weeks at the top. (Amen.)
Since rappers and other musicians have been some of the challenge's biggest supporters, Complex rounded up the funniest, most impressive, and most important Mannequin Challenge videos from them for your viewing pleasure.
The Mannequin Challenge has officially swept the world. Started by a group of high schoolers in late October, the video stunt spread across the internet rapidly and has drawn in celebrities, sports teams, and politicians for the simple act of freezing in dramatic positions. The biggest winner of the viral trend is clearly Rae Sremmurd, whose song "Black Beatles" soundtracks most of the videos. In the weeks since the Mannequin Challenge began, "Black Beatles" has shot up the Billboard Hot 100. The song finally landed at No. 1 this week, dethroning the Chainsmoker's "Closer" after 12 weeks at the top. (Amen.)
Since rappers and other musicians have been some of the challenge's biggest supporters, Complex rounded up the funniest, most impressive, and most important Mannequin Challenge videos from them for your viewing pleasure.
The Original
Although they aren't musicians—and didn't even use "Black Beatles"—we still had to include the OG video.
Rae Sremmurd
The SremmLife boys cemented their song's connection to the challenge when they did their own version at a concert.
Young Thug and 21 Savage
Of course Thugger and 21 had to flex on the private jet.
Hillary Clinton and Bon Jovi
Hillary Clinton: forever a hip young person familiar with the latest trends.
Paul McCartney
The ultimate co-sign, from a real-life Beatle.
Desiigner
There was no way Desiigner could stay still for a full minute.
ASAP Ferg
What's with all the rappers trying to plug their own songs in these? Like damn, make your own challenge.
Destiny's Child
It's hard to be mad about the Lauryn Hill plug on on this one.
Britney Spears
She even fit in a promo for her Las Vegas show.
Adele
Gotta say, not sure anyone saw this country-western theme coming from Adele.
Diplo and Dillon Francis
That's one way to celebrate your birthday.
Drake, Diddy, Iggy Azalea, French Montana, and Belly
Bonus points for extra star power.
Marshmello
Normally the crowds ruin it, but these guys were awesome.
Joey Badass
With that new music preview!
Rae Sremmurd, Part 2
Anticipating the success of their first No. 1 single, Rae Sremmurd staged another awesome Mannequin Challenge at the Camp Flog Gnaw festival.