The 'Anthem' meme typically features a person or character showing profound respect—often standing with a hand over their heart or crying—during the playback of a song they consider a masterpiece. While the imagery often mimics nationalistic pride, the meme is used ironically or sincerely to elevate pop culture songs, anime intros, or nostalgic video game soundtracks to the status of a national anthem. It gained significant traction across social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok, where users share it to signify that a specific melody is non-negotiable and requires everyone to stand up and show respect.