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This meme has charmed many with its humorous and quirky vibe.
In today's digital age, memes are ubiquitous on the internet. Originating from simple images, the meme landscape has evolved to include a diverse array of new and engaging memes each year.
Among the vast sea of internet memes, overlooking the 'Two Buttons' (Daily Struggle / Two Buttons) meme would be a glaring omission. It's common to see this meme format populating comment sections with various captions, standing out even without being tied to any major social media events, especially popular among gamers and the online community.
So, what exactly is the 'Two Buttons' meme?
At its core, the 'Two Buttons' meme represents the universal dilemma we all face, having to choose between two options. It humorously captures the internal conflicts akin to those we encounter daily, making it a beloved meme among internet users.
What's the origin story behind the 'Two Buttons' meme?
The 'Daily Struggle / Two Buttons' meme was created by an artist named Jake Clark. Back in 2014, he uploaded a comic strip on his Tumblr. It featured a man drenched in sweat, hesitating over two buttons labeled “be a dick” and “don’t be a dick.”
Later, Clark disclosed that the character in the comic was inspired by the Sweating Towel Guy meme from 4chan and the pilot Hank Nova from the video game TimeSplitters 2.
The 'Two Buttons' Meme Spread
First shared on October 25, 2014, the meme quickly amassed nearly 10,000 notes in just two years, winning the hearts of social media users who adapted it into various contexts and helped it gain widespread popularity.
By 2015, the meme hit Imgur as 'Daily Struggle,' racking up over a million views before spreading to Reddit. A gif version also made its rounds on Imgur, further propelling its fame. The relentless sharing and re-sharing on social media platforms only bolstered its visibility and recognition.
Over time, the 'Daily Struggle / Two Buttons' meme evolved with numerous variants. In November 2020, artist Petirep introduced a new twist on social media where the character, instead of sweating over the decision, confidently presses both buttons and embraces the outcome. Additionally, this meme made an unexpected cameo in the hit Netflix series Squid Game in 2021, reigniting interest and leading to its resurgence on social media.
