The exact original video behind this clip is not documented, which is common for short Indonesian slang sounds that circulate through soundboards and short-form video. The phrase 'angkat tangannya, gesss' uses casual Indonesian street slang, with 'gess' as a playful spelling of 'guys.' Creators picked it up as a call-and-response meme for lives, pranks, and group challenges. Its appeal is simple: it sounds like a friend hyping up the room. Because the meaning is visual and physical, it travels well even for viewers who do not speak Indonesian.