The 'Running Joe Budden' meme stems from a viral 2016 incident where rapper and podcast host Joe Budden chased down two teenagers who were taunting him outside his home. The footage, filmed by the trolls, showed an incredibly determined Budden sprinting at high speeds to catch their car. Screenshots of his intense, frantic running posture immediately became a sensation across Twitter and Instagram. The meme is typically used to represent someone who is aggressively pursuing a goal, reacting quickly to social media drama, or 'hunting down' someone who said something controversial online. It remains a staple for reacting to hip-hop gossip and chaotic internet moments.