There’s nothing like an entertaining meme trend to get us through the day.
Every year, a new collection of memes flood our social media timelines, and the first half of 2023 has been no exception. These memes are conversation starters and some are instant classics that stand the test of time, becoming fixtures in the pop culture lexicon.
This year has frankly been a bit slower than usual, but there were still a lot of noteworthy memes. They were inspired by significant cultural moments like Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance, fashion moments like the MSCHF’s big red boots, classic TV shows like The Office, Pedro Pascal interviews that made the rounds, and more.
Rihanna’s Super Bowl appearance was one of the most-watched halftime performances ever, so it only made sense that the internet ran with clips from the show and reshared it with relatable text that fits into almost any situation. But that’s just one scenario that brought us memes and videos that gave us plenty of laughs.
Below, we have provided the backstory to these 10 memes to help you insert them into your group chat when the joke seems fitting. Check out Complex's choices for the best and funniest memes of 2023, so far.
There’s nothing like an entertaining meme trend to get us through the day.
Every year, a new collection of memes flood our social media timelines, and the first half of 2023 has been no exception. These memes are conversation starters and some are instant classics that stand the test of time, becoming fixtures in the pop culture lexicon.
This year has frankly been a bit slower than usual, but there were still a lot of noteworthy memes. They were inspired by significant cultural moments like Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance, fashion moments like the MSCHF’s big red boots, classic TV shows like The Office, Pedro Pascal interviews that made the rounds, and more.
Rihanna’s Super Bowl appearance was one of the most-watched halftime performances ever, so it only made sense that the internet ran with clips from the show and reshared it with relatable text that fits into almost any situation. But that’s just one scenario that brought us memes and videos that gave us plenty of laughs.
Below, we have provided the backstory to these 10 memes to help you insert them into your group chat when the joke seems fitting. Check out Complex's choices for the best and funniest memes of 2023, so far.
6. Shannon Sharpe and his sweater
Best uses: Skip Bayless' Reaction, Kim Kardashian Eyeing the Sweater
Shannon Sharpe went viral after a situation that went down during a Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers’ game in January. The TV host got into a heated argument with Dillon Brooks, which then turned into a tiff between him and other Grizzlies players.
The former football star apologized for his actions, but a photo of Sharpe looking a bit heated while wearing a powder blue Greg Lauren patchwork knit cardigan (which has a $3,100 price tag and is currently sold out) found life outside of the game and became a highly applicable meme for any situation where someone might be testing your patience. —Karla Rodriguez