The 'Some of You Were Never... And It Shows' meme format gained massive traction on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram as a way to jokingly gatekeep specific life experiences or childhood struggles. By listing a common but formative trial—such as being told 'we have food at home' instead of getting fast food—users humorously imply that those who didn't experience it lack character or certain perspectives. The meme effectively taps into collective nostalgia and generational subcultures, evolving from simple childhood observations into a versatile tool for criticizing modern trends or behavior through the lens of shared past experiences.