If you've ever used Twitter in an attempt to get a celebrity's attention, you might your name on the 'Waiting For Bieber' website. The page is a live feed of tweets to the new prince of pop from his fans, "desperately trying to get Justin Bieber to follow him," as the site explains. Many of the Twitter comments are sincere and touching, but others are downright hilarious, as users say just about anything to grab the 'Baby' singer's attention.
The layout of the 'Waiting For Bieber' page is simple, but makes hilarious use of an image of a tree -- a reference to the famous Beckett play 'Waiting for Godot,' the inspiration for the site's name.
Check out the 'Waiting For Bieber' site for a break in the day that will definitely put a smile on your face, or to see if your own tween tweeting attempts are featured.
Desperate Tween Tweets
'Waiting For Bieber' Documents How Intensely Fans Yearn the Star
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Obsession - There is a trend of tweens and fans using social media platforms like Twitter to desperately seek the attention of celebrities.
2. Fan Engagement - The 'Waiting For Bieber' website captures the intense yearning of fans and offers a platform for fans to express their love and desire for engagement with their favorite celebrities.
3. Viral Internet Content - The funny and heartfelt tweets on the 'Waiting For Bieber' website have the potential to go viral and create a trend of similar platforms showcasing fan interactions with celebrities.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media - The social media industry can leverage the trend of tweens seeking celebrity attention by creating innovative features or targeted marketing campaigns to engage this fan base.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore opportunities to enhance fan engagement through platforms like the 'Waiting For Bieber' website, promoting interaction between celebrities and their fans.
3. Digital Marketing - The trend of fans using social media to engage with celebrities opens up opportunities for digital marketing agencies to develop targeted campaigns that embrace and amplify this fan culture.