Popsicle facts for kids
Popsicle is a word that most people know as a tasty frozen treat on a stick. However, it's also a special kind of name called a "genericized trademark." This means that a brand name, like "Popsicle," became so popular that many people started using it to describe all similar products, even if they weren't made by that specific brand. So, while Popsicle is a famous brand of ice pops, the word "popsicle" can also refer to any frozen snack on a stick.
What is a Popsicle?
A popsicle is a popular frozen snack, usually made from flavored ice or fruit juice. It's frozen around a stick, which makes it easy to hold and eat without getting messy hands. These cool treats are especially popular in warm weather.
The Popsicle Brand
The original Popsicle brand is a well-known company that makes ice pops in the United States and Canada. The story goes that in 1905, an 11-year-old boy named Frank Epperson accidentally left a drink made of soda powder and water with a stirring stick in it outside overnight. It froze, and the next morning, he discovered the first "Epsicle." Years later, in 1923, he patented his invention and called it a "Popsicle," a name his children helped him create.
Popsicle in Music
The word "Popsicle" has inspired many artists and musicians. It's a fun and catchy word, so it's not surprising it shows up in song titles and band names!
Bands and Albums
- Popsicle (band): This was a Swedish pop band that was popular in the 1990s. They were known for their catchy tunes and unique sound.
- Popsicle (album): This is the name of an album released in 2005 by the band Diamond Nights.
- The Popsicle: This is an EP (which is like a mini-album) by a band called Zolof the Rock & Roll Destroyer. It came out in 2004 and also features a song with the same title.
Songs and Themes
- "Popsicle" (song): A song by the famous duo Jan & Dean, released way back in 1963.
- "Popsicle": A song by the musician Kovas, which came out in 2007.
- "Popsicle": This song is by the well-known band Talking Heads. It was released in 2006 as part of their Bonus Rarities and Outtakes collection.
- "Popsicle": This was the main instrumental theme song for a South Korean reality TV show called UHSN in 2019.
Record Labels
- Popsicle Records: This was an American record label. It was started by Jeffree Star, who is known for his music and makeup brand.
Other Uses of Popsicle
The word "Popsicle" has also been used in other interesting ways, showing how a simple word can become a nickname or a name for different things.
Vehicles
- M-K TE70-4S: This is a type of diesel locomotive, which is a powerful train engine. It was given the nickname "Popsicle."
Places
- Popsicle Peak: There's even a mountain named Popsicle Peak! It's located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
People
- Picolé (footballer): This is the nickname for a Brazilian footballer named José Manoel Ricardo, born in 1956. "Picolé" is the Portuguese word for "Popsicle," so that's how he got his cool nickname!
See also
All pages beginning with "Popsicle"
