For street musician Joshua Mitchell, what started as a regular performance took an unexpectedly adorable turn when an unexpected audience of young toddlers gathered, captivated by the music. The moment, captured on video and now viral on Reddit, shows the toddlers running towards the musician with uninhibited excitement, dancing with pure joy to the beat. “Definitely was NOT my target audience,” the musician humorously quipped in the post, adding, “but honestly these are really some of my favorite performances.” And from the infectious enthusiasm of the kids, it’s easy to see why.
Mitchells’s song, titled “Creatures of the Night,” was initially crafted for the adult nightlife crowd, yet it seems to have all the makings of a child-friendly anthem as well. Reflecting on the unexpected appeal, the performer laughed at the idea of their song becoming “kidz bop” material. Reddit commenters also jumped in with praise for the catchy track, with one user humorously pointing out that “toddlers dance like adults who have had just enough alcohol to actually let loose.”
As charming as the dancing toddlers are, the musician’s backstory is equally sweet. As it turns out, after years of independent work to promote their music, they described this as “a dream come true” moment, thrilled that people—even the youngest fans—were finally connecting with their creations.
Indeed, Mitchell soon found himself fully immersed in the Reddit conversation, engaging with commenters and sharing links to his music. After linking his music video, he was taken aback by the overwhelming support; many listeners streamed and even purchased his tracks. In a follow-up comment, an excited Mitchell wrote,
“Woahh, hey Reddit 😭 I’m still trying to not run around my apartment screaming, but y’all have no idea how amazing this love feels right now 🥹. I’ve been working at this music thing for a long time and didn’t always have the most family / public support, so to be recognized in such a big way by y’all means the WORLD.” As his video views surged, Mitchell thanked his newfound fans and encouraged them to keep an eye out for his upcoming single “Stardust,” set to release on January 26th. For an artist used to hustling independently, this unexpected boost was a powerful affirmation.
The spontaneous “toddler rave” reminds us how music can bridge generational gaps, resonating with listeners of all ages. And while this performance might not be the most conventional path to stardom, it’s a testament to the universality of music and the uncontainable energy of adorable toddlers.
