Who Created Rush E? The Story Behind the Viral Piano Meme

The Phenomenon Behind the Keys: Who Created “Rush E”?

If you have spent any time on YouTube, TikTok, or gaming forums over the last few years, you have undoubtedly crossed paths with “Rush E.” Widely recognized as one of the most infamously difficult, meme-infused piano pieces of the internet era, it has sparked thousands of covers, reaction videos, and impossible challenge attempts.

But who is the mastermind behind this chaotic masterpiece?

The Creators: Sheet Music Boss

“Rush E” was created by Sheet Music Boss, an Australian YouTube duo and music production channel specializing in engaging, meme-culture-driven piano MIDI compositions. The duo consists of Andrew Wrangell (who primarily handles the composition and arrangement) and Samuel Dickenson (who manages the technical, video production, and business side).

Launched to make classical and video game music more accessible and fun, Sheet Music Boss gained initial traction by converting popular video game themes (such as Kirby and The Legend of Zelda) into distinct musical styles, including a popular Russian folk style that laid the groundwork for their future viral hits.

The Inspiration and Meme Roots

The title and concept of “Rush E” didn’t emerge in a vacuum—it is actually the spiritual successor to an earlier track by the duo called “Rush B.”

• The “Rush B” Origin: The name “Rush B” pays homage to a well-known meme from the tactical shooter game Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), poking fun at stereotypical online chat comms where players shout instructions to rush a specific map site together.
• The Evolution to “Rush E”: Capitalizing on the internet’s deep-fried “E” meme (featuring Lord Farquaad’s face photoshopped onto Markiplier’s body), Sheet Music Boss decided to lean heavily into the musical note E. The resulting composition was designed not just to be a catchy tune, but an escalating, tongue-in-cheek joke about impossibly fast piano playing.

From MIDI Joke to Global Phenomenon

When “Rush E” was uploaded to YouTube, its visual MIDI piano tutorial showed cascading blocks of notes falling at speeds that human hands could physically never play. The visual absurdity, combined with a genuinely driving, catchy melody, sent it straight into viral stardom.

It quickly evolved past a simple internet video:

• The “Unplayable” Challenge: Pianists across the globe began attempting—and sometimes successfully arranging—ways to play the seemingly impossible track live.
• Rhythm Games & Covers: The song found its way into rhythm mobile games, orchestral fan arrangements, and school talent shows, cementing its legacy as a definitive piece of 21st-century internet culture.

Ultimately, Andrew Wrangell and Samuel Dickenson turned a simple internet meme into a legendary milestone of modern digital music, proving that internet humor and serious musical talent make for a surprisingly powerful combination.

The Original Rush E MIDI video by Sheet Music Boss

This video is the original upload of “Rush E” by Sheet Music Boss, showcasing the famous cascading MIDI notes and the chaotic composition that started the global phenomenon.