The term 'Turnt' or 'Turnt Up' evolved from Southern hip-hop culture, specifically becoming a viral sensation in the early 2010s to describe a state of being extremely excited, wild, or under the influence at a party. While the term appeared in lyrics by artists like Soulja Boy and Roscoe Dash, it transitioned into meme culture through reaction images and short-form videos showing people losing control on the dance floor or looking hilariously over-energized. Today, the Turnt meme is used to ironically or sincerely celebrate the chaotic energy of a night out, a sudden burst of enthusiasm, or a situation that has escalated to a 'lit' level of intensity.