Chipi Chipi Chapa Chapa Cat
A head-bobbing cat edit paired with a bouncy musical loop.
Popcat
An open-mouthed cat loop used for emphatic reactions.
Classic formatHosted MP4 clip
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What does this meme mean?
Use a quick cut between the closed and open mouth to exaggerate a surprising moment.
Where it comes from
The format uses images of Oatmeal, the cat of @XavierBFB. KYM records a mouth-opening edit spreading in October 2020. The original uploader of this particular hosted file has not been established.
Sources reviewed 2026-10-02. Classic classification describes its history, not current platform popularity.
Make your own version
- Choose a caption that fits surprise, repeated talking or a small celebration.
- Alternate the closed-mouth and open-mouth states on the rhythm of your selected sound.
- Keep the loop short and place the caption above or below the mouth so the popping motion stays visible.
Original caption starter
Me hearing the delivery bell.
Written for this guide. Add your own footage, artwork or appropriately licensed audio.
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Sources & examples
- Hosted video asset ↗Hosted asset · origin and license unverified
- Know Your Meme: Oatmeal and the October 2020 Pop Cat format ↗Reference
