AboutWhat does the meme depict?

"Thrift Shop" is a meme inspired by the 2012 song of the same name by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, featuring Michael "Wanz" Wansley. The meme involves images or video clips from the song's official music video, which shows Macklemore extolling the virtues of shopping for unique and inexpensive items in thrift stores, as opposed to purchasing costly designer apparel. The visuals normally depict his colorful and eclectic outfit choices from various thrift shops, highlighting the theme of finding value in overlooked items.

OriginWho did it first?

The "Thrift Shop" meme originated from the official music video of Macklemore and Ryan Lewis' song, released as a single from their debut album, 'The Heist.' The song was launched on August 28, 2012, and the accompanying music video was made available on YouTube the next day, August 29, 2012. The video's depiction of budget-conscious shopping paired with a catchy tune quickly captured the attention of viewers, leading to the creation of various parodies and tribute videos.^[1]

Origin: 2012