The 'I Used to Pray for Times Like This' meme stems from the powerful intro of Meek Mill’s 2012 track 'Dreams and Nightmares.' While the song has long been a sports and motivation anthem, the specific lyrical snippet became a viral sensation on social media to express overwhelming gratitude or relief. Users often pair the text with images of people crying tears of joy, looking up at the sky, or celebrating a long-awaited accomplishment. It has evolved from a sincere hip-hop lyric into a versatile reaction format used for everything from massive life milestones to trivial daily wins, like a favorite TV show finally returning for a new season.