What makes "Dance Monkey" stand out is Watson's unique vocal delivery. Her voice features a distinct, almost cartoonish rasp and "baby-voice" inflection that triggered intense debate.

This "marmite" factor (you love it or hate it) made the song incredibly viral on platforms like TikTok.

Before the world knew her name, Toni Watson was living in a van and busking on the streets of Byron Bay, Australia. "Dance Monkey" was born from her frustration with demanding crowds.