As in, “Just hear me out for a minute–let me explain.” It’s important to note, however, that this wasn’t the first time the “hear me out” meme was used on the internet.

What does ‘hear me out’ mean? Before the cake came the phrase. “Hear me out” is something people say, usually on X (formerly Twitter) to introduce a dialogue about anything.

TikTokkers have created "hear me out" cakes to defend their unconventional crushes on fictional cartoon characters and celebrities. @casshehe/TikTok They’re sweet on these guys. A new trend on ...