Put me on

I need you to put me on the new shampoo you are using, your hair looks amazing.

The slang phrase "put me on," originating from African American Vernacular English (AAVE), means introducing someone to something new, such as a product, trend, or opportunity. Popularized through hip-hop and rap music in the late 1990s and early 2000s, it gradually entered mainstream culture and is now widely used by Gen Z on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The phrase also appears in Twitter posts from the 2000s and 2010s. “Put me on” is extremely versatile and can be utilized in various settings and contexts. For example, an influencer may recommend a sponsored product to their fanbase by telling them they need to “put them on” to it. However, the term can also be used in a more professional setting; one may seek out new projects or connections by asking their boss to be put on to new opportunities. Sometimes abbreviated as "PMO" in text messages and social media, "put me on" underscores its integration into modern digital communication and reflects the dynamic nature of contemporary language and cultural exchange.