FLCL (Fooly Cooly), the 2000 OVA series by Gainax and Production I.G, has become a cult classic known for its surreal animation and coming-of-age themes. In the world of internet memes, FLCL is often used to represent sudden, chaotic intervention or the feeling of being overwhelmed by bizarre circumstances, much like Naota being hit by Haruko's Vespa. Iconic scenes, such as Haruko swinging her Rickenbacker bass or the melancholic 'Nothing amazing happens here' monologue, serve as versatile templates for expressing existential dread or unpredictable energy. The meme's popularity persists among anime fans who appreciate its unique aesthetic and the metaphor of a giant robot emerging from one's forehead as a symbol for life's many unexpected headaches.