AboutWhat does the meme depict?
The 'First World Problems' meme highlights frustrations and complaints unique to individuals in affluent societies. These issues are minor inconveniences, representing problems that are trivial when compared to more severe hardships faced by people in less developed countries. The meme's humorous twist lies in dramatically lamenting these everyday, minor nuisances as significant troubles.
OriginWho did it first?
The term 'first world problems' traces back to the lyrics from the 1995 song 'Omissions of the Omen' by the Canadian alt rock band Matthew Good Band. This song is a part of their debut album 'Last of the Ghetto Astronauts.' The lyrics reflect on the trivial nature of complaints often voiced by those in developed countries. Additionally, the concept was added to Urban Dictionary on August 10, 2005, further cementing its place in popular culture.[1]
Origin: 2011