The 'Average Homeboy' meme originates from a late-1980s public access television performance by Denny 'Blazin' Hazen, who attempted to launch a rap career with a song about his unextraordinary suburban life. The video resurfaced in the mid-2000s, becoming a viral sensation due to Denny's earnest delivery, stiff dance moves, and the unintentionally hilarious contrast between hip-hop culture and his clean-cut appearance. Today, the meme is used to mock people or brands trying too hard to be 'street' or 'cool' when they are clearly anything but. It serves as the definitive template for celebrating awkwardness and the relatable struggle of being completely average.