The 'That's Just What Gangstas Do' meme is a popular ironic format used to label mundane, responsible, or overly polite actions as 'thug' behavior. The phrase itself gained traction in internet culture as a way to subvert expectations of toughness, replacing typical gangster tropes with things like proper financial planning, being respectful to elders, or practicing self-care. It typically features a stoic or cool image paired with the catchphrase to highlight the absurdity of the comparison. This meme has become a staple for lighthearted self-deprecation and celebrating the unexpectedly 'hard' side of being a functional, kind adult.