AI Prompt for Creating Viral Videos on YouTube
Write a YouTube [format, e.g. "Shorts" or "long-form"] script about [topic, described specifically], for the [your niche] niche. Open with a strong hook in the first few seconds, include a pattern interrupt or re-engagement moment partway through, and end with a clear payoff. Suggest a title and thumbnail concept.
A script built for actual retention needs a strong first-5-seconds hook and a plan for the moment viewers typically drop off — a generic “give me a viral idea” request skips both and just hands back a topic suggestion with no structure behind it.
What this produces
A video script or outline structured around a specific opening hook, a re-engagement moment partway through, and a clear payoff — along with a title and thumbnail concept — rather than just a topic idea with no retention strategy.
Variations
Two ready-to-copy versions for different formats.
Write a 45-60 second YouTube Shorts script about [topic, described specifically], for the [your niche] niche. Open with a hook in the first 2 seconds that creates curiosity or tension, include one pattern interrupt around the 20-second mark, and end with a payoff or clear call to action. Also suggest a title and thumbnail concept.
Outline a [duration, e.g. “10-minute”] YouTube video about [topic, described specifically], for the [your niche] niche. Structure it as: a hook in the first 5-10 seconds, a brief preview of what’s coming, the main content broken into 3-4 sections with a re-engagement moment around the halfway point, and a strong close. Suggest a title and thumbnail concept.
Pair this with ChatGPT Prompt for Script Summary to Save Time, or explore Prompt for ChatGPT to Write Like a Human if you’re looking for something related.
FAQ
Will this actually make my video go viral?
No prompt can guarantee that — virality depends on many factors outside the script, including timing, algorithm behavior, and topic demand. This gives you a script structured around real retention mechanics, which meaningfully improves your odds but isn’t a guarantee.
What niche does this work best for?
The hook-and-retention structure applies across niches — just be specific about yours (finance, comedy, tutorials, etc.) so the tone and examples fit your audience.
Can I get multiple hook options to test?
Yes — ask for 3-4 different hook options for the same topic, then test which one you’re most confident in or A/B test if your platform supports it.
