AboutWhat does the meme depict?
"Do you want ants? Because that's how you get ants" is a quote from Malory Archer, a character in the animated TV series Archer. The phrase is used in the show when Malory chastises someone for leaving sugary foods uncovered, highlighting the risk of attracting ants. The meme template related to this quote typically features text that follows the format 'Do you want X? Because that’s how you get X', used to warn about the negative consequences of certain actions.
OriginWho did it first?
The meme originated from the pilot episode of Archer, first broadcast on September 17, 2009. In a key scene, Malory Archer reprimands her son Sterling after spotting donuts left on the floor, using the phrase “Do you want ants? Because that’s how you get ants!” This line inspired the creation of a Facebook page on January 23, 2010, dedicated to the quote.[1]
Origin: 2009