This sound is best understood as a cinematic thunder effect rather than a quote tied to one known character or scene. Clips like this spread through short-form editing because thunder instantly signals danger, drama or fake seriousness without needing context. Creators often use it in the same way as a bass drop sound effect, pairing it with reveals, reaction shots and ominous text. It remains popular because the sound is universally recognizable and easy to fit into horror jokes, parody trailers and exaggerated meme timing.