Key Takeaways
- IShowSpeed believes a standard job is harder mentally than streaming.
- While streaming can be tough, success isn’t guaranteed, leading creators to sometimes seek other income sources.
YouTube star IShowSpeed has expressed that he does not consider streaming harder than a nine-to-five job. Like IShowSpeed, top streamers from platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and Kick can earn hundreds of dollars in a matter of hours, with some creators even known to be millionaires.
In recent years, the rise of streaming has caused it to become a full-time job for top content creators like Kai Cenat, Amouranth, and others. In February 2024, popular streamer Hasan commented on how difficult streaming is compared to a standard job. His views sparked a months-long debate among both streamers and fans alike. Big names like Asmongold have defended that streaming is harder than most expect, while JiDion argued that a nine-to-five is tougher. Now, YouTube celebrity IShowSpeed has weighed in on the discussion as well.
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In an interview with Shannon Sharpe for the podcast Club Shay Shay, 19-year-old IShowSpeed was asked if he thought streaming is harder than working a nine-to-five job, to which the YouTuber responded it isn’t. IShowSpeed revealed that he once worked as a server in a caretaker home at age 15. “When I worked there, it was way harder,” he said. “It’s just draining, you know, mentally.” In Speed’s opinion, he doesn’t understand how others could find streaming to be tougher. IShowSpeed is one of YouTube’s biggest streamers, and his popularity has allowed him to lead a rather luxurious life. Earlier in November, IShowSpeed was gifted a $30,000 watch by a fan at an event, but his earnings also come from viewer donations, sponsorships, and brand deals.
IShowSpeed Says Streaming Isn’t Harder Than a 9 to 5 Job
After Speed’s answer, Sharpe argued that the streamer loved what he does for a living, which could make a difference when evaluating if a standard job is harder. IShowSpeed agreed, saying he often cannot wait to stream. On the other hand, streaming as a profession itself does not always pay off, as only a handful of creators can turn it into their main source of income. Even after becoming successful, many streamers look for other ways of making a living. For example, Amouranth has invested in crypto and esports organizations, while Kai Cenat held a campaign with McDonald’s.
Although IShowSpeed’s success is undeniable, 2024 has been a tumultuous year for the YouTuber. On his Europe tour, IShowSpeed was mobbed by fans and had to pay thousands of dollars in car repairs. Later, in August, he was temporarily banned from YouTube. He has since returned to the platform and even broke his viewership record in September. IShowSpeed recently announced his Africa tour, which will reportedly be his biggest one yet.