In the 2017 Marvel Cinematic Universe hit Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, this scene features a touching and humorous exchange between Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) and his surrogate father figure Yondu Udonta (Michael Rooker). As the duo faces the imminent destruction of Ego's planet, Quill jokingly remarks, 'Hey, you were supposed to be my lift home,' highlighting the character's tendency to use humor as a defense mechanism during high-stakes moments. The scene is celebrated by fans for balancing the film's cosmic action with genuine character growth and emotional stakes. In meme culture, this clip has evolved into a universal symbol for being stranded, abandoned, or let down by a friend's logistics. It is frequently used to represent the frustration of a canceled ride, a friend leaving a party early, or a plan falling apart at the last minute. Example captions include 'When the Uber driver cancels 1 minute before arrival' and 'Me waiting for the friend who said they were 5 minutes away an hour ago.'