The 'My Stummy Hurt' meme entered the internet zeitgeist primarily through the aesthetic and fan culture surrounding rapper Playboi Carti. It originated from a photo of Carti clutching his stomach, paired with the intentionally misspelled caption 'My Stummy Hurt.' The phrase quickly evolved into a universal reaction for expressing minor physical discomfort, social anxiety, or a playful sense of helplessness. It is frequently applied to images of distressed cats or edited to fit 'baby talk' internet slang. Today, the meme serves as a relatable way to signal vulnerability or dramatic hunger across platforms like Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram.