The 'Mi Tink Mi Gwaan Tek Mi Own Life' meme originates from a viral Jamaican video featuring a man expressing deep, albeit often hyperbolically framed, frustration with his circumstances. In the world of social media, the phrase has been adopted as a comedic reaction to life's minor inconveniences, embarrassing moments, or financial woes. While the literal translation is somber, the meme's usage is purely satirical, capturing that universal feeling of being 'done' with a situation. It stands as a staple in Caribbean internet culture and has gained international traction for its raw delivery and high relatability, often paired with captions about work stress, empty wallets, or relationship drama.