The “6–7” meme
The “6–7” meme, arguably the most persistent and recognizable recurring motif of 2025, has played an outsized role in shaping the year’s pop culture landscape. What began as a simple lyric from Skrilla’s rap song Doot Doot (6 7), often paired with highlight edits of basketball players, quickly evolved into something far larger than its origins. The phrase truly entered mainstream internet consciousness after a middle schooler, Maverick Trevillian, casually repeated it in an infamous viral clip, transforming “6–7” from a niche reference into an inescapable cultural catchphrase. The Oxford dictionary’s word of the year was “ragebait,” meaning a method of communication intended to induce anger or outrage. Among other words or phrases 6-7 certainly falls into this category of ragebait. Its rapid spread speaks to the internet’s ability to strip meaning from context and repurpose it purely for comedic effect. The phrase itself carries no inherent joke, yet its overuse, repetition, and unexpected placement became the joke.
Zohran Mamdani
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani won New York City’s mayoral election on November 4, 2025, marking a historic and transformative moment in the city’s political landscape. Securing over half of the total mayoral vote, Mamdani became the first South East Asian mayor in New York’s history, a milestone that reflects the city’s evolving demographics and growing demand for representative leadership. At just 34 years old, he is also one of the youngest individuals ever elected to the city’s highest office, an achievement that has drawn both excitement and scrutiny from voters and political analysts alike.While some critics point to his relative youth and limited executive experience, Mamdani has campaigned on a bold, idealistic platform centered on affordability, housing reform, and economic justice for New York City’s nearly three million residents.
K‑Pop Demon Hunters
K-Pop Demon Hunters was a breath of fresh air, offering a bold departure from conventional animated films through its striking, highly stylized visuals and a deeply emotional narrative that resonated with audiences worldwide. Rather than relying on familiar formulas, the film reinvented the genre, blending high energy action with themes of identity, belonging, and sacrifice in a way that felt both innovative and heartfelt. This unique combination helped propel the movie to unprecedented success, ultimately making it the most watched film in Netflix history.A major contributor to the film’s cultural dominance was its soundtrack. Songs such as “Golden,” “Sodapop,” and “This Is What It Sounds Like” transcended the movie itself, earning spots on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming staples on streaming platforms.
Stranger Things
After nearly a decade on Netflix, Stranger Things is set to release its final season toward the end of 2025, bringing an era to a close for both the show and its audience. Fans around the world are eagerly anticipating how the story will conclude and what fate awaits the characters they have grown up alongside, especially as the stakes have continued to rise with each season. The conclusion is expected to be deeply bittersweet for such a beloved and award winning series, one that has defined a generation of television through its blend of nostalgia, horror, and emotional storytelling.As the cast returns one final time to the roles that launched their careers, the season also serves as a reflection on how much both the characters and actors have evolved since the show’s debut. What began with a group of unknown child actors has grown into a global phenomenon that shaped pop culture and launched major careers.
Minecraft Movie
2025 was a big year for movies, with massive blockbuster hits such as A Minecraft Movie, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Superman and Avatar Fire and Ash. What all these films have in common is their dominating grasp over pop culture in the following months of their release.. Giving audiences opportunities to relive nostalgia or connect with previously established, beloved franchises. During the April of its release, fans were throwing popcorn and themselves into the air during the infamous ‘Chicken Jockey’ moment. Superman and Fantastic Four: First Steps both debuting during the summer, were the only two major superhero films produced by Marvel or (Detective comics) DC Studios this year. This is far from the first time these characters have been portrayed on the big screen nor is it the first time they have been remade.
