AboutWhat does the meme depict?
The 'I love you' meme features a still of Patrick Star from the animated TV show SpongeBob SquarePants. In this image, Patrick is depicted with a simplistic, earnest expression, typically indicative of his naive and friendly demeanour. This still captures the moment he delivers the line "I love you," which is used humorously out of context in various meme formats.
OriginWho did it first?
The meme originates from an episode titled "Chocolate with Nuts" from the third season of SpongeBob SquarePants. In this episode, SpongeBob and Patrick are endeavoring to sell chocolate bars. SpongeBob suggests that Patrick should flatter their potential customers to increase sales. Following this advice, when they reach a customer's home, Patrick earnestly says "I love you" as an awkward attempt at flattery.[1]
Origin: 2002