From Gaming Legend to Music Star: Evan Fong’s New Track Sparks Viral Buzz
For over a decade, Evan Fong—the Canadian creator better known as VanossGaming—has dominated YouTube with his signature blend of gaming chaos, comedy, and cinematic edits. With more than 25 million subscribers, Vanoss became a pioneer in the golden age of YouTube gaming, helping define an entire genre alongside his longtime friends and collaborators.
But in 2025, Evan Fong made a move no one expected—and yet, it felt completely natural. He released a deeply personal, self-produced single titled “This One’s For Me.” And the internet responded with overwhelming support.
A New Sound, A New Chapter
Unlike the heavy-edit montages and high-energy group content Vanoss fans are used to, this track is something else entirely. With alt-pop, electronic, and pop-punk influences, “This One’s For Me” taps into a more emotional, introspective side of Fong’s creativity. It’s raw, layered, and sonically rich—but what caught everyone off guard was his voice.
For the first time, Evan Fong isn’t just the producer—he’s also the lead vocalist.
According to interviews and behind-the-scenes content, Fong had been working on this track privately for nearly three years, waiting for the right time to release it. And when he did, it felt like a release not just of music, but of identity. No pseudonyms. No avatars. Just him.
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The Viral Response
Fans who grew up watching his chaotic GTA V and Call of Duty clips were stunned—in the best way. On TikTok, the song quickly caught fire as fans used it for emotional edits, artwork tributes, and even gaming nostalgia clips set to the music.
YouTube reaction videos poured in, praising the authenticity of the track and Fong’s willingness to evolve beyond his niche. On Reddit, long-time fans noted how meaningful the title “This One’s For Me” felt—like a subtle nod to doing something outside the algorithm, outside the expectation, and purely from the heart.
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Still a Gamer at Heart
Despite the musical shift, Evan hasn’t left gaming behind.
His main channel, VanossGaming, continues to receive millions of views per upload, packed with hilarious multiplayer chaos and slick editing. Meanwhile, his secondary channel, VanossGaming Extra, gives fans access to more casual, long-form content—unedited gameplay sessions, behind-the-scenes chats, and extra footage that didn’t make the main cut.
This dual-channel strategy lets him balance both sides of his identity: the high-octane gaming entertainer and the low-key, self-reflective artist.
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More Than a Creator—A Brand
Fong’s journey from digital anonymity to mainstream music is a reflection of where creator culture is headed. In today’s landscape, the best-known online personalities aren’t just sticking to one format—they’re evolving into multi-hyphenate brands.
Fong has already proven he can dominate gaming. Now, he’s positioning himself in a whole new industry—and doing it his way, without chasing trends or signing gimmicky label deals.
The power behind Evan’s success isn’t just content. It’s connection. Whether he’s making you laugh in a rage-filled GTA V session or reflecting on life through a song lyric, he shows that creators don’t need to stay in a box.
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What’s Next?
If “This One’s For Me” is any sign, we’re only seeing the beginning of Evan Fong’s second act.
And the best part? He’s still pressing record, still uploading, and still growing—just now, with a mic in one hand and a controller in the other.
