Black Betty is a classic rock song popularized by Ram Jam, but it became a staple of internet culture through misheard lyrics and rhythmic video edits. The meme often focuses on the high-energy 'Bam-ba-lam' refrain, which users replace with phonetic puns like 'Amber Lamps' (stemming from the 'Epic Beard Man' viral video) or 'Panda Ham.' It is widely used in bait-and-switch videos or image macros where a character appears to be singing the intense lyrics. Whether it's poking fun at 70s rock or creating a rhythmic visual joke, the meme's longevity stems from the infectious and versatile nature of its stomp-clap beat.