Since the World Cup kicked off almost three weeks ago we’ve learnt a great deal: England are rubbish at football, France are worse, Brazil will probably win, and the most annoying sound in the world is the vuvuzela.
The ubiquitous South African trumpet has been present at every game, a fierce, buzzing soundtrack that commentators shout over and footballers moan about.
Today is the first day since the tournament started that there hasn’t been a game, so if you’ve become accustomed to the vuvu soundtrack expect some withdrawal symptoms over the next 24 hours.
To help you out, here are some ways in which the humble vuvuzela has invaded popular culture since the World Cup began, offering plenty of chances to hear the mighty instrument in all its glory.
What happened when the vuvu came to Middle Earth
The obligatory Downfall re-dub
What if Rihanna had a vuvuzela rather than an umbrella?
Panpipe cover versions are so 1990s, it’s all about the vuvu cover now. Check out this take on African anthem Shosholosa
Even the dance floor can’t escape the mighty horn as this banging Euro trance megamix proves
Next time you’re on YouTube look for the vuvuzela button. Here’s how to find it
This is what would have happened if Fatboy Slim had a vuvuleza during his 90s heyday
Be warned: Vuvuzela’s may cause injury