Friends first introduced the legendary Smelly Cat song in 1995 during its second season. The scene features the eccentric Phoebe Buffay, portrayed by Lisa Kudrow, performing her original composition at the iconic Central Perk coffee house. Phoebe soulfully questions, 'Smelly Cat, Smelly Cat, what are they feeding you?' while strumming her acoustic guitar with earnest dedication. In the digital age, this clip has become a staple for representing misunderstood souls or literal situations involving hygiene and pets. It is frequently used to highlight relatable moments of being unappreciated or to jokingly mock a friend or pet's odor. Common scenarios include struggling with laundry day or apologizing for a pet's chaotic behavior. Example captions include: 'Me trying to figure out which coworker left their lunch in the fridge' or 'When your dog rolls in something mysterious at the park.'