The year 2021 has finally come to an end, and we couldn’t be happier to welcome 2022 with open arms. As we usher in the new year, it’s time to take a look back at some of the funniest and most relatable memes that encapsulated the rollercoaster ride that was 2021. From the ongoing pandemic to political drama and everything in between, these memes perfectly captured the collective mood of the world as we navigated through an uncertain and challenging year.
Table of Contents
The Pandemic Memes
It’s no secret that the pandemic has been the biggest story of the past two years, and it’s only natural that it would be a major theme in 2022 memes. From memes about wearing masks and social distancing to the struggles of working from home and the constant Zoom meetings, these memes perfectly captured the highs and lows of pandemic life.
“Working from home in 2022 be like…” was a popular meme that featured a variety of images, including a person in pajamas sitting in front of a computer or a cat sleeping on top of a laptop. The meme perfectly encapsulated the struggles of working from home and the blurred lines between work and personal life.
Another popular pandemic meme was the “Quarantine Day X” meme, which featured a series of images that showed how people’s sanity deteriorated as the days in quarantine went on. From day one where people were still optimistic to day 100 where people were losing their minds, these memes were a hilarious and relatable take on the pandemic experience.
The Political Memes
2021 was also a year filled with political drama, and it’s no surprise that political memes were some of the most popular memes of the year. From memes about the US election to memes about world leaders, these memes perfectly captured the absurdity and chaos of the political landscape.
“Bernie Sanders sitting” became one of the most iconic memes of 2021 after a photo of the senator sitting cross-legged at the US presidential inauguration went viral. The meme featured Sanders photoshopped into a variety of different scenarios, from sitting on the Iron Throne in Game of Thrones to sitting on a park bench next to Forrest Gump.
Another popular political meme was the “G7 Summit photo,” which featured world leaders gathered around a table for a group photo. The meme added captions to the photo, poking fun at the awkwardness and tension between the leaders, and imagining what they might be saying to each other.
The Pop Culture Memes
Of course, no year is complete without its fair share of pop culture memes. From memes about the latest movies and TV shows to memes based on viral TikTok trends, these memes perfectly captured the zeitgeist of 2021.
“Squid Game memes” were some of the most popular memes of the year, as the Netflix series became a global phenomenon. The memes featured scenes from the show, adding captions that were both hilarious and relatable.
Another popular pop culture meme was “The Dolly Parton Challenge.” The meme featured people creating four-panel images of themselves, with each panel representing a different social media platform (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Tinder). The meme was a hilarious take on how people present different versions of themselves on different social media platforms.
Conclusion
2021 was a year filled with ups and downs, and these memes perfectly captured the collective mood of the world as we navigated through it all. Whether we were laughing at the absurdity of the political landscape or finding solace in the shared experiences of pandemic life, these memes brought us together and gave us a reason to smile.
What were some of your favorite New Year 2022 memes? Let us know in the comments!
