Remember back in the 80s and 90s when candy was designed to do things other than taste yummy? Yes, we're talking about those sour strip rollers, whistling mints, fizzy powders, goggle-shaped chocolates, lipstick lollies, candy rings and necklaces — all the works!
While the sweets of today rarely come with playable elements anymore, one such treat has been causing quite a buzz on TikTok for its sheer entertainment value.
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Behold, the musical lollipop. These suckers may look like your average lollies, but pop one into your mouth and you'll hear music playing in your head! Only the person eating the candy can hear the music, making it a truly interesting experience to enjoy these with friends and family.
Some TikTokers have taken to humming the tunes of their lollipops for others to try guessing, or gone ahead and found ones with unique packaging and designs. Feeling intrigued? Here are 3 extra cute musical lollipops you can find online in Singapore!
#1: Manhwa-inspired heart-shaped lollipops
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Go on, this is your chance to make all your single friends jealous by getting matching lollipops with your partner!
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These heart-shaped lollies come in 6 flavours, and all of them are packaged in cutesy manhwa-inspired boxes. Get it on Shopee for $8.50 each.
#2: Bluetooth-enabled musical lollipops
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Fancy being able to select the song that plays while you're having your musical lollipop? These lollies come with Bluetooth connectivity, making it possible to control the choice of music using your smartphone!
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Besides heart shapes, these lollipops also come in star and bear varieties. Get it on Shopee for $8.50 each.
#3: Uniquely themed musical lollipops
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Rise to the occasion, no matter what it may be, with the help of these uniquely themed musical lollies! We reckon they'd make great gifts for those who enjoy unusual snacks and treats.
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There are quite a range of intriguing options to discover, ranging from the practical candy heart-shaped ones that play love songs, to the oddly specific brightly coloured star-shaped ones that double as an ode to China. Get it on Shopee for $10.26 each.
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