Popular in Muncie, Indiana, USA and in
geographical areas boasting large concentrations of
Ball State University alumni, "Chirp Chirp" is a blood-curdling cheer used to instill fear and terror into the hearts of opposing schools who dare to step onto the same field, court, ring, ice rink, drinking establishment, etc. with a Ball State Cardinal. It is derivative of the sound emitted from the fiercest robin-sized bird known to man, the Midwest American cardinal. Not always used to
intimidate, "chirp chirp" can also be a jovial cheer expressing praise or acclaim as its user may employ it to convey general pride for their school.