O Safety Torch

Hey there, Zoo Freaks, the Zoo Crew’s lighting up the airwaves with O Safety Torch by Tobuscus, that zany track from his 2018 album of the same name, bringing a goofy grin to anyone who loves a good laugh with their beats. This song’s a wild ride, a comedic tale of Toby trying to sell “safety torches” to a kid named Tim Tim to fend off monsters, only for things to go hilariously sideways when the torches set the house ablaze—cue “Safety Water” and a $500 bill! In a YouTube comment from way back, Toby hinted the idea sparked from his love of absurd sketches, wanting to mix cartoonish chaos with a catchy hook. Fans on X still crack up, one Freak posting about singing the “put it on your porch!” line during a camping trip, while another shared a story of their kid belting it out, thinking it was a legit campfire safety jam. The animated music video, dropped in 2011, is pure Tobuscus gold—think wacky visuals and Toby’s manic energy, racking up views from fans who dig its playful nod to his Tobuscus Adventures series.

Dive into this gem: O Safety Torch is a fan favorite from Toby’s knack for turning random ideas into viral earworms, much like his I Can Swing My Sword. A Reddit thread had fans geeking out over its cameo in Toby’s animated universe, spotting Easter eggs like a Diamond Sword poster in the background, tying it to his Minecraft obsession. Toby’s own Facebook posts from the era teased behind-the-scenes bits, like how he recorded the vocals in one take to keep that unhinged vibe. One fan on Instagram recalled meeting Toby at a 2012 convention, where he jokingly “sold” them a fake torch prop, playing up the song’s conman charm. It’s the kind of track that sticks with you, equal parts silly and sly, with X users still quoting “monsters smell fear” when life gets spooky.

Now, let’s rewind to where this quirky troubadour got his start, ‘cause Toby Turner, aka Tobuscus, is a true internet pioneer. Born in Osborn, Mississippi, and raised in Niceville, Florida, Toby caught the performance bug early, hamming it up in school plays. His mom took out a loan to buy him a video camera, a game-changer that fueled his passion for filmmaking. After snagging a telecom degree from the University of Florida, he dove into YouTube in 2006 with his Tobuscus channel, mixing comedy sketches, music parodies, and vlogs. His big break came with viral hits like Don’t Tase Me, Bro!, a remix of a campus incident, and his “Literal Trailers,” which nabbed millions of views. By 2011, his blend of rapid-fire improv, nerdy charm, and songs like O Safety Torch made him a YouTube king, amassing nearly 14 million subscribers across his gaming (TobyGames) and vlog (TobyTurner) channels, all while keeping it clean for his “Audience” of fans.

Zoo Freaks, if you’re vibing with Toby’s wacko genius, link up with his digital playground: scope out his official website for merch and updates, join the fun on Facebook, catch his goofy reels on Instagram, and follow the quips on X. For you super-fans, check out the Tobuscus Wiki for deep dives into his vids and lore, or jump into the Tobuscus Fans Facebook group to swap memes and stories from his epic meetups—like that 2012 Hyde Park bash with 2,000 fans! Keep spinning those records, and let O Safety Torch light up your night with a chuckle!