The Rickroll (trend)

The Rickroll is an internet prank that involves tricking someone into clicking a hyperlink that leads to the music video for Rick Astley's 1987 hit "Never Gonna Give You Up." Typically, the link is disguised as something relevant or appealing, catching the viewer off guard when they realize they've been "Rickrolled." This phenomenon became popular in the mid-2000s and symbolizes playful deception in online culture, often used for humor or as a lighthearted way to disrupt expectations. It exemplifies the quirky nature of internet memes and viral trends.