The Napoleon 'There is nothing we can do' meme exploded in popularity in late 2023, primarily across TikTok and YouTube. It typically features imagery of Napoleon Bonaparte—often utilizing scenes from the 2023 biopic or historical paintings—paired with the melancholic song 'Amour Plastique' by Videoclub. The meme conveys a sense of profound resignation, existential dread, or quiet defeat in the face of insurmountable circumstances. By juxtaposing the legendary conqueror's image with a feeling of helplessness, the format has become a universal symbol for moments when one must simply accept their fate with dramatic flair.