AboutWhat does the meme depict?

The 'Elmo Choosing Cocaine' meme features a two-panel image macro involving the Sesame Street character Elmo. In the first panel, Elmo is standing between a selection of fruit and a large pile of white powder. The second panel shows Elmo with his face plunged into the pile of powder. This meme is often used to humorously depict the choice of a less healthy or more indulgent option over a healthier alternative.

OriginWho did it first?

The origins of the photographs used in the 'Elmo Choosing Cocaine' meme are not clearly established. The earliest known instance of the meme was posted by a user named TheDiamonx on Memedroid on October 13th, 2015. The meme was captioned 'Fruta o Coca,' which translates to 'Fruit or Coke,' setting the tone for its typical use in depicting the choice between healthy and unhealthy options.^[1]

Origin: 2015