Short fart noises have been a staple of slapstick comedy for decades, appearing in cartoons, toys and novelty soundboards long before social media. This longer, sputtering version spread online as a shareable meme clip because its exaggerated length makes the joke easy to time in edits. Creators reuse it across pranks, reaction videos and gaming compilations where a gross, unexpected sound undercuts a serious moment. Its popularity comes from instant recognition — no setup or explanation is needed for the audience to understand the humour.