Online, the phrase works as a shorthand joke for blaming music for bad behaviour, a gag that fits perfectly in short-form memes, reaction edits and comedy skits. Creators tend to use it when a character, friend or streamer does something reckless and then refuses to take responsibility, turning the excuse itself into the punchline. Because the line is short, instantly recognisable and easy to drop at the end of a clip, it has stayed popular for quick edits where a longer explanation would kill the joke. Its appeal is the deadpan deflection, not the music itself.