The 'Verbalase $50K Hazbin Hotel AMV' meme stems from a private animated music video commissioned by YouTuber Verbalase featuring himself and Charlie Morningstar. In early 2024, the internet exploded when it was revealed the beatboxer allegedly spent $50,000 on the three-minute sequence, which features Charlie chasing a self-insert character to the song 'Hide Away.' The sheer cost of the project compared to its content became a focal point for mockery, with users creating parodies that highlight questionable financial decisions and extreme fandom. It is widely used to represent situations where someone overpays for something niche or finds themselves in a 'trapped' scenario.