Clownin' Around
This shape-shifting entity, which often takes the form of a clown, terrorizes the children of Derry, Maine every 27 years.
Pennywise (IT)
"Amish Paradise"
"Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio
Often called the "Prince of Motown," he was a soul legend behind hits like "What's Going On" and "Let's Get It On".
Marvin Gaye (1939)
A soulful masterpiece where the "chain" represents a woman realizing she is just one of many people her partner is "linking" together.
"Chain of Fools" – Aretha Franklin (1967)
What rubber bladder-based toy was originally rejected by American department stores for being "too vulgar" before becoming a worldwide success?
The Whoopee Cushion
This "Clown Prince of Crime" made his first appearance in the very first issue of a self-titled comic book starring a "Caped Crusader" in 1940.
The Joker (DC Comics)
"Eat It"
"Beat It" by Michael Jackson
A prominent female American political commentator and host of her self-titled show on MS NOW (re-branded from MSNBC).
Rachel Maddow (1973)
This disco-pop track became a global phenomenon after appearing on the Romeo + Juliet soundtrack.
"Lovefool" – The Cardigans (1996)
Invented in 1928, what small, palm-concealed device uses a wound-up clockwork spring to deliver a vibrating "shock" during a handshake?
The Joy Buzzer
Known for his flaming red "wing" hair and the catchphrase "Wowie Kazowie!", this iconic character became a global franchise portrayed by numerous actors.
Bozo the Clown
"White & Nerdy"
"Ridin'" by Chamillionaire
The Scottish singer who became an international sensation after her 2009 appearance on Britain's Got Talent.
Susan Boyle (1961)
A foundational piece of Rock & Roll and Doo-Wop history, later covered by Diana Ross.
"Why Do Fools Fall in Love" – Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers (1956)
What chemical-based liquid is designed to look like a permanent dark stain when squirted on a shirt, only to turn colorless as it reacts with the air?
Disappearing Ink
This clown's signature gravelly voice was modeled after a real-life gravel-voiced clown who hosted a show in series creator Matt Groening's hometown of Portland, Oregon.
Krusty the Clown (The Simpsons)
"Word Crimes"
"Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke
A rapper and actor, best known as a core member of the influential hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan.
Method Man (1971)
A haunting 90's ballad that broke records by staying on the Billboard charts for 65 weeks.
"Foolish Games"
Commonly disguised as a lapel carnation, this prank toy involves spraying an unsuspecting person in the face with water.
The Squirting Flower
This fast-food mascot lives in a fantasy world alongside characters like Mayor McCheese & Birdie the Early Bird.
Ronald McDonald
"The Saga Begins"
"American Pie" by Don McLean
An iconic actress and singer known for her starring role in 1952's Singin' in the Rain, and later as Grace’s over-the-top, theatrical mother on the TV series Will & Grace.
Debbie Reynolds (1932)
A defining 2000's R&B track that stayed at #1 for 10 weeks. It samples the same DeBarge piano hook used in Biggie Smalls’ "One More Chance".
"Foolish" – Ashanti (2002)
What classic novelty item features a spring-loaded, cloth-covered coil compressed inside a canister labeled as "Mixed Nuts" or "Peanut Brittle"?
The Snake Nut Can (Snake in a Can)