22 times pop culture was mellow yellow

M&Ms have always had a yellow one in the original pack, but the Yellow M&M is more associated with J. K. Simmons, who provides the voice in the ads, and the peanut variety.

Beyoncé has worn a lot of ensembles that’ll go down in music history, but the yellow dress she rocked when she tore through the streets with a baseball bat in the “Hold Up” video definitely sits in the top 10.

If Sesame Street had to be represented by one character, it’d be the overly-sized bird rightfully named Big Bird.

Coldplay made a little noise in 1999, but the following year, they really broke out and into the homes of millions with their hit single, “Yellow.” Years later director Jon M. Chu penned a letter to the band to ask permission to use the song in the hit romcom Crazy Rich Asians.

Still one of the most breathtaking moments in animation, Belle’s ball gown in Beauty and the Beast stands the test of time. It’s a shame they couldn’t translate its beauty — no pun intended — to the live-action version.

A lot of X-Men rock some sort of yellow, but Wolverine’s signature yellow and blue suit stands out. So much so that fans were beside themselves when pictures leaked from the set of Deadpool & Wolverine showing Hugh Jackman wearing that particular look.

Joni Mitchell started releasing music in the late ‘60s and, all these years later, is still regarded as one of the best songwriters to ever walk this earth, especially her 1970 hit, “Big Yellow Taxi,” which has been covered countless times, including by Amy Grant as well as a duet featuring Counting Crows and Vanessa Carlton.

A cartoon about a sweet yet sort of naive sponge who lives in a pineapple and works in fast food sounds a little out there, but it’s been Nickelodeon’s signature since debuting in 1999.

Network TV still exists. Once in a great while, there is a hit that sweeps the nation. Just look at This Is Us. People were ready on Tuesday nights. The same is true with Abbott Elementary, or the show that made people in the likes of Montana feel seen: Yellowstone.

So iconic that Quentin Tarantino used it as the inspiration behind The Bride in  Kill Bill Vol. 1.

The ‘tweetest character in the Looney Tunes gang.

The Beatles’ discography includes some of the most well-known and revered songs in music, including the one that sounds like it came from a children’s show: “Yellow Submarine.”

When it came to Clueless, its costume designer, Mona May, really went above and beyond what was expected. She came to set with a simple plaid ensemble, but it became one of the most recognizable outfits in cinema.

Simpsons’ creator Matt Groening has said his beloved animated family is yellow simply because it’s an eye-catching color. He noted in 2007, “When you’re flicking through channels with your remote control, and a flash of yellow goes by, you’ll know you’re watching The Simpsons.”

Blind Melon’s “No Rain” is probably remembered more for the little girl in a bee costume than the actual song.

Suave with a cane and a monocle, Mr. Peanut is the ultimate snack! Wait, do we all crush on Mr. Peanut?

There are over 1,000 Pokemon,, but even non-fans can name at least one, and that one is Pikachu.

There’s nothing vibrant about the dark and twisted thriller that is Showtimes’ hit series, Yellowjackets.

Curious George might be one of the most notable primates in pop culture, but this time around, we’re shining a light on his bestie.

Former emo kids/emo elders know all too well the power of Yellowcard and their violin-infused pop punk.

If there is a representative for the 21st century in animation, it’s the chaotic little yellow beings known as Minions.

We’re off to see the wizard!