It’s been just over a week since Justin Bieber casually dropped a phrase that will live in internet infamy while asking the paparazzi to leave him alone. And yet, we aren’t tired of “it’s not clocking to you that I’m standing on business” so far.
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On June 12th, Justin Bieber was spotted leaving the Malibu Soho House by the paparazzi outside. However, instead of ignoring them as he usually does, Justin spoke directly to the cameras in a plea for privacy, saying, “I’m a dad, I’m a husband. You’re not getting it, it’s not clocking to you. It’s not clocking to you that I’m standing on business, is it?”
AdvertisementThe interaction occurred during Father’s Day weekend, and Bieber’s pleas for a bit of privacy are completely reasonable. However, the words he chose to relay his request are simply too memorable for it to be so quickly forgotten.
You know a meme has lasting power when people are utilizing it for everything from clapbacks to a trending TikTok sound.
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Interestingly, the meme has taken a turn as of late to describe situations and characters in TV shows and movies. Here are some favorites:
1. The Office
Advertisement2. Little Women
3. 10 Things I Hate About You
Advertisement4. Bridgerton
5. The Sopranos
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7. The Hunger Games
Advertisement8. BoJack Horseman
9. Conclave
Advertisement10. Seinfeld
11. Sex and the City
Advertisement12. Succession
13. Marriage Story
Advertisement14. The West Wing
15. Veep
Advertisement16. Avengers: End Game
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