The controversy surrounding Colleen Ballinger and Adam McIntyre reached a fever pitch in mid-2023 when Adam revitalized allegations regarding inappropriate interactions within Colleen's fan base. The situation became meme history when Ballinger responded with a 10-minute song played on a ukulele titled 'Toxic Gossip Train,' rather than a traditional apology. Memes typically feature stills of Colleen with her instrument or Adam's various reaction faces to her claims. The template is widely used to satirize tone-deaf apologies, deflective behavior, and the chaotic nature of YouTube 'cancellation' culture.