The 'I Hate the Way That You Walk' meme stems from Kendrick Lamar’s 2024 diss track 'Euphoria,' aimed at rival rapper Drake. During a particularly aggressive verse, Kendrick delivers a rhythmic list of personal grievances, stating, 'I hate the way that you walk, the way that you talk, I hate the way that you dress.' The raw intensity and petty specificity of the lyrics immediately went viral on social media platforms like TikTok and X. Users began applying the text to various situations, ranging from sports rivalries to everyday annoyances with coworkers or fictional characters. The meme serves as the ultimate template for expressing pure, unadulterated hater energy towards any specific target.