The **"Shocked Black Guy"** meme comes from a viral image of a man with wide eyes and a surprised expression, often used to convey shock, disbelief, or realization. The image originates from a **2009 YouTube video** featuring YouTuber **MeechOnMars**, who was reacting to an unexpected event in a skit. The meme gained popularity in the **late 2010s**, frequently appearing in reaction posts on **Twitter, Reddit, and Instagram**. It is often used in situations where someone realizes something obvious too late or is caught off guard. Its exaggerated yet relatable expression has made it a staple in internet meme culture.
How to use the Meme Generator?
The Meme Generator is a free online tool for adding custom text, images, and more to templates. Use it to
customize established memes or create new ones from scratch.
How to Make a Meme
Choose a Template: Select from popular templates, search user-uploaded templates, or
upload your own.
Add Customizations: Use the buttons next to the canvas to add text, images, stickers,
drawings, and spacing.
Create and Share: Click 'Generate Meme' and choose how to share it—via social
apps, a link, or download it to your device.
Customizing Your Meme
Move and Resize: Drag text boxes around. Enable drag/drop on mobile devices.
Text Customization: Change font color and outline, and use the gear icon to select from
over 1,300 free fonts or any installed on your device.
Stickers and Images: Add stickers, images, and effects like opacity, resizing, and
rotation.
Drawing Tools: Draw or scribble on your meme.
Meme Chains: Create chains of multiple images.
More Than Memes
The Meme Generator is versatile for creating posters, banners, advertisements, and custom graphics.
