AboutWhat does the meme depict?

Dude With Sign features a series of images showing a man holding a cardboard sign. In each image, he is seen standing in a public place, displaying a sign that expresses frustration over common social behaviors or minor everyday annoyances. This meme format typically includes just the man, his sign, and the urban backdrop, focusing on the humorous or relatable message written on the cardboard.

OriginWho did it first?

The Dude With Sign meme originated from a post on Instagram by the account @DudeWithSign on October 3rd, 2019. The first image in this series displayed the man holding a sign that stated, "Stop 'Replying-All' to Company Wide Emails." This initial post quickly gained popularity, prompting the creation of various parodies and edits across Instagram and Reddit, contributing to the meme's widespread appeal.^[1]

Origin: 2019