AboutWhat does the meme depict?
The Beggar Emoji meme features a yellow emoji character, depicted as a beggar asking for money. This character is typically shown wearing a ragged and dirty hat, encapsulating a downtrodden appearance. Utilized primarily on social platforms including X (formerly Twitter), the emoji is often accompanied by captions that express a humorous request for trivial things, playing on the theme of begging.
OriginWho did it first?
The Beggar Emoji originated from a stock illustration created by artist yayayoyo, who on March 6th, 2019, uploaded a depiction of a yellow emoji begging for money, donning a dirty and worn-out hat. This illustration was available on various stock image platforms, including iStockPhoto and Shutterstock. The meme gained significant attention on August 19th, 2023, when a user under the handle @northstardoll on X (Twitter now X) posted the emoji with a caption about seeking constant reassurance and attention, which resonated widely and was extensively shared and liked within the community.[1]
Origin: 2019