The Tragically Hip
Just a little band from Kingston, ON
170,703
Followers
5,084
Following
4,998
Tweets
222.8
Avg Engagement
772
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @thehipofficial's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2009-04-15
- Verification:No
- Location:Canada
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,233
- Avg Likes per Tweet:153.2
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:69.6
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,233 tweetsTheir tweets receive high engagement, with an average of 12,244 likes and 6,030 retweets per post, indicating strong fan interaction.
153.2
Avg Likes/Tweet
69.6
Avg Retweets/Tweet
495,268
Total Likes
225,057
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
26
Median Likes
7
Median Retweets
122
75th Percentile
40,825
Top Tweet
1.31
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
66.4%
Original
16.0%
Replies
14.7%
Retweets
2.9%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
8.2%
With Media
71.0%
With Links
24.0%
With #Tags
48.6%
With @Mentions
5.4%
With Emojis
147
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.24
Reply/Original Ratio
0.2
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
82.5%
Weekday Posts
17.5%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,233 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 475 retweets (15% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,233 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersTheir audience appears to be emotionally connected fans, likely aged 18-35, who appreciate heartfelt and authentic content.
Average
Audience Quality
22.4%
Suspicion Index
30.7%
Low-Quality %
39
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
44.3%
Empty Bio
24.7%
<10 Tweets
10.5%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
43.0%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
84.7%
No URL
17.1%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
48,085,954
Total Potential Reach
39
Median Follower Reach
190
75th Percentile Reach
7.1%
>1K followers
1.0%
>10K followers
0.2%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
56.6%
Creators
28,293 accounts
18.8%
Consumers
9,375 accounts
24.7%
Dormant
12,332 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
326
Verified Followers
0.32% of total
11,077
Protected Accounts
10.97% of total
10 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @IAmJericho | 3,598,429 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Music, Comedy |
| @soledadobrien | 1,317,635 | Journalist | working, mom, journalist |
| @ReneePaquette | 1,243,776 | Entertainment Host | Fashion, Canada, Supporter |
| @mmpadellan | 1,222,474 | Political Commentator | #BlueWave2022, #Feminist, #TheResistance |
| @DarrenDreger | 1,127,795 | Sports Journalist | Hockey, Insider, Podcast |
| @Canada | 1,119,617 | Promotion | Travel, Culture, Promotion |
| @strombo | 842,118 | Broadcaster | Music, Motorcycles, Pho |
| @PierreVLeBrun | 840,779 | Sports Journalist | Hockey, Insider, Columnist |
| @ZachBoychuk | 828,726 | Hockey Player | Hockey, Meme/NFT Trading, Ethereum |
| @SanJoseSharks | 812,569 | Sports Team | Hockey, San Jose, Chomping |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
53,998
Followers With Bio
47,000
Followers Without Bio
53.46%
% With Bio
46.54%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,233 analyzed143,841
Combined Engagement
58,494
Total Likes
85,347
Total Retweets
28,768
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
40%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Statement - https://t.co/vOTvlJ2jqA https://t.co/Z6dHmr1xpM
RT @Bell_LetsTalk: Today, for every tweet using #BellLetsTalk, Bell donates 5¢ more to #MentalHealth initiatives: http://t.co/qsyUzIANKq ht…
RT @Bell_LetsTalk: Today, for every tweet using #BellLetsTalk, Bell donates 5¢ to #MentalHealth initiatives. https://t.co/qsyUzIANKq https:…
Hard to believe it’s been 2 years since we lost our brother Gord. We miss him every day and we miss doing what we always did together. So many memories, so much love. Here’s to ya Gord, you did great xo Love, The Hip https://t.co/rzgYgd0LHb
We’re missing Gord today and all days, we love you brother Sincerely, The Hip https://t.co/VWYU4gxJHT
Key Insights & Takeaways
Their top tweets focus on remembrance and emotional storytelling, which resonates deeply with their audience. They leverage personal and heartfelt content to maintain a loyal following. Their verified status is low, suggesting they rely on organic growth and community connection.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 170,703
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @thehipofficial reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 170,703 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 222.8 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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