The Black Flag logo, consisting of four vertical black bars, was created by artist Raymond Pettibon in 1977 for his brother’s band. It was designed to resemble a waving black flag, a classic symbol of anarchy. Because of its minimalist and high-contrast design, it became one of the most parodied logos in pop culture. Fans and designers frequently swap the 'Black Flag' text for something humorous—like 'Cat Dad' or 'Taco Bell'—or replace the bars with similar geometric shapes. The meme allows anyone to adopt the rebellious, hardcore aesthetic of the 80s punk scene for any niche interest or inside joke.