5 Times Memes Were the Ultimate Relationship Tool (or Weapon)
October 18, 2024
Alright, listen up. We’ve all been there – even us here at DankTank: you’re in a relationship, and things are going great… until you’re in that awkward “Are we fighting? Are we joking?” territory. And that’s when memes come in—sometimes they smooth things over, sometimes they make it worse. But they always keep things interesting. So here are five times when memes became the MVP (or the villain) in modern relationships. Let’s get into it.
The “Oops, My Bad” Meme
You messed up. Maybe you forgot an anniversary, or you “didn’t see” that text for six hours. Sure, you could apologize like a normal person, but where’s the fun in that? You grab that classic meme—maybe it’s the “Is this a butterfly?” guy but with the caption “Is this… forgiveness?”—and send it off. Will it work? Who knows. But it’s better than typing out, “I’m so sorry, I swear I’m not a jerk.”
The “We Don’t Need Words” Meme
Sometimes, it’s just too much effort to explain your feelings or why you’re pissed off. So, what do you do? Drop a meme and let it speak for you. It’s like when you send that SpongeBob meme where he’s looking out the window, just so your partner knows you’re waiting for that apology. No need to write out a whole essay about your feelings—just let the meme do the talking.
The Peace Treaty Meme
You’ve been arguing for a solid hour, and it’s getting ridiculous. You both know neither of you is going to give in. So what do you do? Send a meme that makes both of you laugh and pretend like you’re over it. It’s a risk, but hey, desperate times. You throw in that meme of the guy with the “Change my mind” sign but replace the text with something like, “This argument is dumb, let’s go eat.”
When Memes Go Horribly Wrong
Not all memes land. Sometimes you think you’re being hilarious, but your partner just stares at their phone, wondering why they’re dating you. Like that time you sent a “When you realize you’re dating a [insert mildly insulting thing here]” meme, and instead of laughing, they hit you with the “We need to talk” message. Yikes. Sometimes, it’s best to keep the meme in the drafts (DankTank has drafts just for this), but you live and learn, right?
The Meme That’s a Little Too Real
Then there’s that one meme that hits just a little too close to home. Like, you sent it thinking, “Haha, this is us!” and now you’re both sitting in silence realizing maybe there’s some truth to it. Maybe it’s the distracted boyfriend meme, except it’s captioned: “Me with my phone while we’re supposed to be having quality time.” It’s funny, but also… yikes. Use with caution.
Memes: Relationship Lifesaver or Dumpster Fire?
At the end of the day, memes are like the Swiss army knife of relationships: sometimes they save the day, sometimes they get you in trouble, but they’re always there when you need them. If you’ve ever managed to fix (or ruin) your love life with a meme, you’re in good company. Got more memes to share or need some new material for your next relationship “crisis”? Check out DankTank