Watch the 'It's Corn' Transformation: from Raw Street Interview to Billboard-Charting Earworm
By Chloe Bennett
Q1: Who actually wrote and produced the "It's Corn" song?
A1: The song was arranged and produced by Brooklyn-based musical group The Gregory Brothers (operating under their channel name Schmoyoho). The primary dialogue originated from Tariq's unscripted park interview with Julian Shapiro-Barnum, creator of the web series Recess Therapy.
Q2: Did Tariq make money from the viral song?
A2: Yes. The Gregory Brothers, Julian Shapiro-Barnum, and Doing Things Media established an agreement to divide streaming, publishing, and licensing revenues evenly with Tariq and his family. Tariq is officially credited as a co-creator and artist on major streaming services.
Q3: How far did the song climb on the Billboard music charts?
A3: The track debuted at No. 17 on Billboard's Hot Alternative Songs chart in September 2022 and spent several weeks on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart, logging millions of streams alongside established radio hits.
Chloe Bennett explores the intersection of pop culture, streaming entertainment, digital trends, and contemporary lifestyle. Her weekly commentary reaches thousands of culture enthusiasts.
