The Royalty Free Ukulele meme satirizes the ubiquitous, overly cheerful acoustic tracks found in corporate advertisements, DIY tutorials, and infamous YouTube apology videos. Characterized by simple strumming patterns, hand claps, and a 'happy-go-lucky' vibe, this style of music became a shorthand for forced positivity and corporate soul-searching throughout the 2010s. The meme highlights the jarring contrast between the upbeat, minimalist soundtrack and the often boring or controversial content it accompanies. It is frequently used to mock brands trying to sound 'authentic' or creators attempting to soften the blow of a scandal with overly simplified, non-threatening instrumentation.