The **Sad Hamster** meme originated from a viral video posted on **Twitter/X** by user **@Doguindolink** on **February 9, 2024**. The video features a small, gray hamster with oversized, teary eyes, accompanied by the song *Woe Is Me!* by **Richard Myhill**—a tune famously associated with the “world’s smallest violin” scene from *SpongeBob SquarePants* ([What is the sad hamster meme on TikTok? Viral video explained - Dexerto](https://www.dexerto.com/tiktok/what-is-the-sad-hamster-meme-on-tiktok-viral-video-explained-2552821/)).
This meme quickly gained popularity on **TikTok**, where users use it to express sadness, helplessness, or cuteness in various relatable situations. It has since spread widely across social media platforms ([The TikTok Sad Hamster Meme, Explained](https://wegotthiscovered.com/social-media/the-tiktok-sad-hamster-meme-explained/)).
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