The 'And I'm Kanye West' meme originates from a promotional clip for the 2007 hit song 'American Boy' by Estelle, where Kanye West delivers a brief, self-assured introduction. It gained viral status on platforms like TikTok and Vine as a non-sequitur punchline, often used to interrupt or follow up someone else's introduction with Kanye's characteristic confidence. The meme's humor stems from the abrupt transition and Kanye's deadpan delivery, making it a perfect template for situations where someone wants to steal the spotlight or inject sudden celebrity energy into any conversation.