This Is Brilliant But I Like This
"This Is Brilliant But I Like This" is a popular two-panel meme originating from a 2013 episode of the British automotive show *Top Gear*. In the meme, Jeremy Clarkson, standing next to a white Volkswagen Up!, declares "This is brilliant," acknowledging its objective merits. In the second panel, Richard Hammond, next to a red Ford Fiesta, states "But I like this," expressing his personal, perhaps less logical, preference. The meme is used to humorously illustrate a situation where one option is objectively superior, more practical, or well-regarded, yet the individual's personal preference leans towards another, often less optimal, choice. It's frequently applied to product comparisons, lifestyle choices, or any scenario involving a decision between a "head" choice and a "heart" choice.
For Christmas I Want A Dragon
The "For Christmas I Want A Dragon" meme is a popular four-panel comic illustrating the subversion of expectations regarding a seemingly impossible wish. Originating as a webcomic, it features a child asking Santa Claus for a dragon for Christmas. Santa initially responds with "Be realistic," only to then ask, "What color do you want your dragon," implying he can fulfill the fantastical request. This meme's meaning revolves around the humorous concept of an unrealistic desire being unexpectedly granted or considered. It's used to convey situations where an initial dismissal of an idea is followed by a surprising embrace of it, often by an authority figure or a powerful entity. The blank third panel sometimes serves as a setup for the twist or is omitted. The meme is typically employed to express wish fulfillment, highlight ironic situations, or celebrate the unexpected realization of grand aspirations. Its simple, endearing art style contributes to its broad appeal.
Aipac
The 'Track AIPAC' meme features a stick figure with a magnifying glass against a stark red and black background, symbolizing investigation. It highlights concerns regarding the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), a prominent pro-Israel lobbying group in the U.S. The text "RECEIVED FROM THE PRO-ISRAEL LOBBY" and "via fec.gov" (Federal Election Commission) points to the meme's origin in political discourse surrounding campaign finance and lobbying transparency. With a future date (8/22/25), it speculates on future disclosures or represents an ongoing call for accountability. This meme is typically used by those critical of AIPAC's influence on U.S. politics, serving as a visual symbol for efforts to monitor and expose the financial impact of pro-Israel lobbying.
Squidward Pointing
The "Squidward Pointing" meme originates from the popular animated series *SpongeBob SquarePants*. This iconic frame captures Squidward Tentacles looking wide-eyed and pointing emphatically with his elongated arm, often in a distinct reddish hue. The meme's primary use is to highlight or draw attention to something overtly obvious, ironic, or hypocritical. It's frequently deployed in online discussions when calling out individuals for exhibiting the very behavior or trait they criticize in others. Users employ it to "point out" a clear observation, a recurring pattern, or an undeniable truth, often conveying a sense of "I told you so" or a sardonic "look what we have here." Its versatility also allows for self-deprecating humor, acknowledging one's own flaws, making it a widely relatable and enduring meme.
John Daly And Tiger Woods
The "John Daly And Tiger Woods" meme originated from a viral photo taken at the 2022 Open Championship's Celebration of Champions at St Andrews. It features legendary golfers Tiger Woods, dressed in his typical sleek and conservative attire, standing next to John Daly, known for his unconventional style, sporting loud, flamingo-patterned trousers, a white beard, and smoking a cigar. The meme's meaning revolves around illustrating a stark contrast between two approaches, personalities, or styles. Tiger often represents discipline and tradition, while Daly embodies a more relaxed, flamboyant, and unconventional attitude. It's frequently used to humorously compare "two types of people" or "how it started vs. how it's going," or simply to highlight a comical disparity in appearance or behavior.
Gq Sydney Sweeney
The "Sydney Sweeney Confused" meme originates from an interview clip featuring actress Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in "Euphoria." The meme typically uses a two-panel format: the top panel shows someone (often the interviewer, or another person in the conversation) with a smiling or enthusiastic expression, while the bottom panel features Sydney Sweeney looking distinctly confused, skeptical, or unimpressed. This meme is used to express a reaction of bewilderment or disbelief in response to a statement, idea, or explanation from another person that is either nonsensical, overly simplistic, or clearly incorrect, despite the presenter's positive demeanor. It highlights a disconnect in understanding or a subtle "side-eye" of judgment.
X All The Y
The "All The Things" meme, also known as "X All The Y," originates from Allie Brosh's popular webcomic "Hyperbole and a Half." Specifically, it comes from her 2010 post "This is why I'll never be an adult," where a stick-figure-like character is depicted screaming with overwhelming enthusiasm, surrounded by a yellow explosion, often holding a broom. The meme symbolizes intense excitement, overwhelming desire, or an all-consuming passion for a particular subject or activity. It's widely used to express a humorous yearning to acquire, perform, or experience "all the things" related to a specific topic, conveying a sense of being completely absorbed or dedicated.
Money Smell
The "Money Smell" meme features Vince McMahon, the former CEO of WWE, intently smelling a stack of U.S. dollar bills. This iconic image originated from a 2008 WWE "Million Dollar Mania" segment where McMahon promoted a cash giveaway. The meme symbolizes an intense desire for financial gain, greed, or the deep satisfaction derived from wealth. It is often used to humorously convey an exaggerated appreciation for money, a lucrative opportunity, or anything perceived as highly profitable. It perfectly captures the sentiment of "following the money" or the almost primal attraction to financial success in various online discussions and contexts.
Sydney Sweeney Jeans
The 'Sydney Sweeney Jeans' meme, while this image highlights her expression rather than the jeans, originates from an interview featuring actresses Sydney Sweeney and Maude Apatow. In the clip, Sweeney describes her 'baggy jeans' in a somewhat detached manner, while Apatow listens. This two-panel format captures Sweeney's often deadpan, slightly confused, or indifferent expression in the bottom panel, contrasted with a speaker in the top. It is widely used as a reaction image to convey polite bewilderment, mild disapproval, or a 'side-eye' response to a statement or situation, often implying a disconnect in understanding or an unamused reaction to something someone else finds exciting or makes a bold claim about.