Crank That (Soulja Boy) was released by Soulja Boy Tell'em in 2007 and became one of the defining rap hits of the late-2000s internet era. The song spread through its dance, ringtone culture and early social media sharing, which helped make the hook instantly familiar to a huge audience. Short clips of it still show up in meme edits, throwback posts and dance videos because it signals a very specific online era within seconds. Its lasting appeal comes from how quickly listeners recognize both the beat and the attitude.