The Distraction Dance originates from the popular Henry Stickmin series, specifically the 2020 game Completing the Mission within The Henry Stickmin Collection. In the game, players can choose the Distraction option, causing Henry to perform a high-energy, hypnotic dance accompanied by a catchy tune to bypass guards. The clip quickly became a viral sensation on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, often used as a bait-and-switch meme similar to Rickrolling or Getting Stickbugged. It serves as a humorous way to derail conversations or highlight moments where something trivial completely overpowers a serious situation.