Name That Tune began as an American radio and television game show created by Harry Salter, first reaching TV audiences in the early 1950s. Contestants listened to short excerpts played by a live orchestra and raced to identify the song title, often bidding on how few notes they needed. The format returned in several revivals, including popular syndicated versions in the 1970s and 1980s and a modern Fox revival in 2021. Its theme remains shared online as a shorthand for music trivia, quick recall and classic television game show excitement.