The 'Selener' meme originates from the 2012 hit song 'Beauty and a Beat' by Justin Bieber featuring Nicki Minaj. During her guest verse, Nicki delivers the iconic line, 'Gotta keep an eye out for Selener,' a playful nod to Justin’s then-girlfriend, Selena Gomez. The phrase took on a life of its own on platforms like Vine, TikTok, and Twitter, often used to describe situations involving suspicion, surveillance, or being overly protective of a friend. The meme specifically focuses on Nicki's unique pronunciation of 'Selena' and has evolved into a versatile reaction format for any scenario where someone is watching a situation closely or waiting for drama to unfold.