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"Memes" is a broad category that encompasses various internet phenomena, and "Misc" implies miscellaneous, so here are some interesting facts about memes in general:

  1. Origin of the Term: The term "meme" was coined by British evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins in his 1976 book "The Selfish Gene." He used it to describe an idea, behavior, or style that spreads from person to person within a culture.

  2. Dancing Baby (Baby Cha-Cha-Cha): One of the earliest internet memes is the "Dancing Baby," also known as "Baby Cha-Cha-Cha." It gained popularity in the late 1990s and was one of the first viral videos, often shared through email.

  3. Rickrolling: The Rickroll is a prank and an internet meme involving an unexpected appearance of the music video for Rick Astley's song "Never Gonna Give You Up." It became widely popular in the mid-2000s.

  4. Pepe the Frog: Created by artist Matt Furie, Pepe the Frog started as a webcomic character. It became a widely used meme on the internet, but its association with various controversial and extremist groups led to debates about its use.

  5. Distracted Boyfriend Meme: This meme features a stock photo of a man looking at another woman while his girlfriend looks on disapprovingly. It's often used to depict situations where someone is tempted by something new while ignoring what they already have.

  6. Mocking SpongeBob: The "Mocking SpongeBob" meme uses an image of SpongeBob SquarePants mocking someone by alternating uppercase and lowercase letters. It's often used to sarcastically mimic someone else's statement.

  7. This is Fine: Originating from a webcomic by KC Green, the "This is Fine" meme depicts a dog calmly sipping coffee while surrounded by flames. It's often used to express acceptance or resignation in the face of a disastrous situation.

  8. Harambe: Harambe was a gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo who became the subject of an internet meme after being shot and killed in 2016. The meme often humorously portrays Harambe as a hero or symbol of injustice.

  9. Area 51 Raid: In 2019, a Facebook event titled "Storm Area 51, They Can't Stop All of Us" went viral, leading to a humorous internet meme about raiding the U.S. military base to uncover potential extraterrestrial secrets.

  10. Woman Yelling at a Cat: This meme features a screenshot from a reality TV show, showing a woman yelling at a confused-looking cat. It's often used to represent arguments or debates online.

These are just a few examples of the diverse and constantly evolving world of internet memes.

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