The 'Dolan Dark Gamecube Dancing Man' is a classic bait-and-switch meme that utilizes the iconic Nintendo GameCube startup animation from 2001. In this specific edit by the YouTuber Dolan Dark, the purple cube bounces and forms the 'G' logo as expected, but instead of finishing the jingle, it transitions into a high-energy clip of the 'Russian Dancing Man' (a viral rave dancer). The dancer, often identified as a high-tempo gopnik or rave enthusiast, performs a frantic set of moves to a bass-boosted or distorted version of the console's theme. This clip is commonly used as a 'vibe check' or a representation of sudden, uncontrollable excitement and chaotic energy. It represents the feeling of a 'beat drop' or a moment when a boring situation suddenly becomes hype. Example captions include: 'Me when the intro music actually slaps', 'When the pre-workout finally kicks in during the loading screen', and '3 AM motivation hitting different.'