Careless Whisper was released in 1984 as George Michael's debut solo single, co-written with Andrew Ridgeley, and its saxophone melody became one of the most recognisable openings in pop music. Decades later, the short riff found a second life online, where creators paired it with slow-motion clips, romantic parodies and awkward encounters. Its instantly familiar tone makes it a shorthand for drama and desire, which is why it still appears in memes, edits and reaction videos long after its original chart success.