The 'I Told Her It Was Mozart' meme typically features a video or image of a man playing loud, aggressive, or niche music while claiming to his date or companion that it is classical music. The humor stems from the extreme contrast between the sophisticated expectation of Mozart and the actual chaotic or high-energy track being played. It gained significant traction on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where users use the template to joke about hiding their true music preferences—often heavy metal, phonk, or hardstyle—during the early stages of a relationship. It serves as a relatable commentary on the 'fake it until you make it' aspect of dating and the universal experience of having 'weird' musical tastes.