Top Memes That Broke the Internet

Grumpy Cat became a global internet phenomenon thanks to its unique and perpetually displeased facial expression. Its image was adapted to countless situations, generating an avalanche of humorous content that resonated with millions and defined an era of meme culture.

• Famous internet cat

• He/She had his/her own YouTube channel, website, and Instagram and Facebook accounts

Pepe the Frog has become an internet cultural icon, transcending its origin as a comic character to become an incredibly versatile meme template. Its ability to express a wide range of emotions, from melancholy to joy, has allowed for its adaptation to countless contexts, solidifying its place as one of the most influential and recognizable memes in internet history.

• Comic book character that became a meme

The 'Success Kid' meme earned its place in internet history for its ability to convey a universal feeling of triumph and personal achievement. Its iconic image, captured in a spontaneous moment, has been used countless times to celebrate small and large victories, resonating with audiences worldwide and demonstrating the power of a simple yet effective meme.

• Iconic image of a baby with a clenched fist

• Spontaneous and curious expression

Rickrolling earned its place in this ranking for its ingenuity and virality, transforming a music video into a global online prank phenomenon. Its longevity and the way it integrated into internet culture demonstrate its revolutionary impact.

• Meme referencing Rick Astley's song

"Arthur's Fist" earned its place in internet history for its ability to convey frustration and resignation in a universally understandable way. Its visual simplicity and applicability to countless everyday situations made it a viral phenomenon, demonstrating the power of emotional communication through images.

• Famous meme

• Viral reaction image

The Doge meme, featuring its iconic Shiba Inu dog and Comic Sans text, became a global cultural phenomenon. Its unique language and pervasive presence across social media demonstrated the power of internet culture to create shared language and a sense of community.

• Funny image that went viral

• Inspired a popular cryptocurrency

The 'Keep Calm and Carry On' meme earned its place in internet history due to its incredible adaptability and longevity. Its simple format and optimistic message allowed it to be reinvented countless times, reflecting innumerable situations and emotions, demonstrating its profound cultural impact.

• Viral meme that originated in World War II

• Iconic slogan

Salt Bae's iconic pose, dramatically sprinkling salt, instantly became a viral phenomenon. His image was replicated and adapted in countless contexts, demonstrating its ability to transcend internet culture and have a global impact.

• His peculiar way of salting meat turned him into a viral phenomenon

• His image has become an icon

The 'Overly Attached Girlfriend' meme earned its place in this ranking due to its instant virality and its adaptability to countless situations, becoming a universal visual language online. Its iconic image and distinctive facial expression resonated deeply with internet culture, sparking a wave of creative and humorous content that defined an era of digital communication.

• Popular meme on social media

The 'Distracted Boyfriend' meme earned its place in this ranking due to its versatility and ability to adapt to countless situations, allowing users to humorously and relatably express a wide range of ideas and feelings. Its simple yet effective format made it a global viral phenomenon, demonstrating the power of Internet culture to create a shared visual language.

• Adaptable and versatile format

• Represents everyday situations

• Generated countless variations

• Universally recognizable