Primarina was introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon in 2016 as the final evolution of Popplio, the Water-type starter from the Alola region. As a Water and Fairy-type Pokémon known for singing and creating balloons of water, its distinctive cry became familiar to players through battles, encounters and later appearances in the wider Pokémon games and animated series. Fans continue to reuse the short call in edits and memes because it is instantly recognisable to Pokémon audiences and carries a lighter, more musical tone than most creature cries.