When Pope Leo XIV, an American-born pope, took office, social media erupted with comparisons to Chief Keef and Daddy Yankee due to his Chicago origins and the nickname "Latin Yankee." Memes circulated rapidly, with users joking about the pope's potential hip-hop album and blending pop culture with reverence, reminiscent of past trends like #PopeBars featuring Pope Francis rapping scripture. The playful comparisons not only reflect online humor but also showcase Chicago's pride, adding a pope to the city's list of noteworthy figures like Kanye West and Chance the Rapper.