Popcorn Song So the first question you're probably asking is: What on earth is the Popcorn song? Well, you may be more familiar with the infectious little ditty than you realize. So take a listen to this sound clip, and then we'll continue. Yep, that's the one. And strangely enough, hundreds of versions of this tune exist, many of which have now been neatly compiled and annotated for your listening pleasure on this site. Originally released in 1972 by composer Gershon Kingsley and later popularized by the delectably titled Hot Butter, the Popcorn melody continues to inspire or haunt legions of artists. Even Aphex Twin got in on the act, and it doesn't get any cooler than that, right? (in Rock and Pop)