: It hit right as the "Deep Fried E" meme featuring Lord Farquaad/Markiplier was peaking.

Today, "Rush E" is more than just a song; it is a meme-culture anthem and a benchmark for piano technique, inspiring countless tutorials , covers, and even a sequel, "Rush E 2". Rush E: A Completely Unnecessary History and Analysis

The saga began with , a YouTube channel known for piano tutorials. In early 2018, they posted a video that poked fun at overly simplistic tutorials. It featured a single note—the letter "E"—played repeatedly to a basic beat. It was meant to be a satirical "world's easiest" piano lesson. 2. The "Russian" Transformation

The story of "Rush E" is a digital-age legend that transformed from a simple joke into one of the most famous (and impossible) pieces of music on the internet. 1. The Humorous Origins