The 'Mercury Is in Gatorade' meme is a popular internet malapropism that satirizes the astrological concept of 'Mercury in Retrograde.' In astrology, Mercury in Retrograde is often blamed for communication breakdowns, travel mishaps, and general life chaos. Internet users began intentionally mispronouncing the term as 'Mercury is in Gatorade' to mock the sincerity of those who use celestial movements as an excuse for personal failures. It first gained traction on platforms like Twitter and TikTok, evolving into a catch-all phrase for when things are going poorly in a way that feels cosmically unfair. The meme bridges the gap between millennial spiritualism and Gen Z irony, turning a pseudo-scientific belief into a refreshing, sugary joke.