Super Saiyan 2 originated in Dragon Ball Z as the next stage beyond the original Super Saiyan form, most famously linked to Gohan's transformation during the battle against Cell. The form's crackling yellow aura and lightning became instantly recognisable, and clips of the power-up circulated widely through anime compilations, AMVs and later short-form edits. It remains popular because it represents a character surpassing a previously impossible limit, making it a ready-made sound for glow-ups, comebacks and dramatic reveals in fan videos.