The Fifty Shades of Grey meme stems from the 2011 erotic novel by E.L. James and its subsequent 2015 film adaptation. It gained viral status through various scenes, most notably the 'My tastes are very singular' dialogue which became a template for users to describe their niche, weird, or ironically boring interests. From obsessing over Excel spreadsheets to specific food combinations, the meme uses Christian Grey's intense persona to dramatize everyday preferences. It remains a staple for internet humor regarding intensity, romance, and the 'fifty shades' of literally anything, from paint swatches to complex software configurations.