The 'Sonic Says' meme originates from the 'Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog' animated series, specifically the 'Sonic Sez' segments that aired at the end of each episode to provide moral guidance to children. While these segments were originally intended to be educational, the internet transformed them into a format for absurdist humor, harsh truths, and unsolicited advice. The template usually features Sonic standing next to a blue information board, pointing toward a caption that range from genuine life hacks to completely nonsensical shitposts. It became a staple of early internet culture and continues to see resurgence as a versatile medium for delivering hot takes under the guise of an 80s cartoon PSA.