Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids was an American animated series created by Bill Cosby that first aired on CBS in 1972 and ran until 1985. Based on Cosby's childhood stories, it followed Fat Albert and the Junkyard Band in Philadelphia, with live action segments and lessons in each episode. Its distinctive opening theme became closely tied to the character's image. The intro later circulated widely through reruns, online clips and soundboards, where its instantly recognisable greeting and funky theme kept it in use for nostalgia and comedy edits.