This clip comes from “Chop Suey!” by System Of A Down, released in 2001 on the album Toxicity. Online, the opening “wake up” line became a widely reused meme clip because it is loud, recognizable and easy to sync with sudden visual changes. It spread through short-form edits, gaming memes and reaction videos, where creators use it as an audio jump point before a reveal, crash or joke. Its staying power comes from how quickly listeners recognize the song from just a few words.
About this sound
The iconic “wake up” clip from System Of A Down's Chop Suey! used in memes, sudden cut edits and loud reaction posts for instant chaos.
This sound is the sharp opening shout from System Of A Down's song Chop Suey!, cutting in with the instantly recognizable “wake up” line. It hits hard and fast, with a sudden burst of vocals that grabs attention in a split second. Because the clip is so short and intense, it works well as a comedic interruption, a dramatic reveal, or a jolt in a fast edit. Viewers usually read it as chaotic, nostalgic and slightly absurd, which makes it a favorite for reaction memes and abrupt punchline timing.
