The sound comes from Super Mario Bros., Nintendo's 1985 platform game for the Nintendo Entertainment System, where collecting a Starman makes Mario temporarily invincible while this fast theme plays. Koji Kondo composed the game's original music, and the star melody became one of its most recognisable motifs alongside the main theme. As Mario became a global icon, clips of the theme spread through gameplay videos, remixes and short-form edits, where it now works as shorthand for invincibility. Its short, looping energy keeps it useful for creators who want instant nostalgia and a sense of unstoppable momentum.