Introduction

'JoJo To Be Continued' is a popular meme that utilizes the song 'Roundabout' by Yes, often featured at suspenseful moments in videos inspired by the anime Jojo's Bizarre Adventure.

Background

'Roundabout' is a progressive rock track released in 1971 by the British band Yes. The song gained immense popularity among Jojo's Bizarre Adventure fans, who frequently incorporate it into various remixes on platforms like Vine and YouTube. These remixes often pair the song with the iconic 'to be continued' graphic from the series, enhancing comedic and suspenseful moments in videos.

How It Began

'Roundabout' was released as the lead single from Yes' fourth studio album, Fragile, in 1971, reaching 14th place on the US Billboard Hot 100. Its resurgence in online culture can be traced back to its inclusion in the 2012 anime adaptation of the manga series Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. The song features prominently in the climactic moments of the 'Phantom Blood' and 'Battle Tendency' arcs, energizing viewers before the episodes conclude.

Meme Evolution

The earliest known instance of the meme appeared in a remix of the Squidward Dab, uploaded to Vine on January 27, 2016, by the account 'Danksmash.' This clip garnered over two million loops, inspiring countless derivative remixes that included themes like Marge Krumping and Spoons Rattling, further spreading the meme's reach.