Introduction

The 'Sorry Pancreatic Cancer But I Don't Think You Qualify As An Emotion' meme is based on a humorous SpongeBob comic that juxtaposes serious themes with lighthearted banter.

Background

This meme series revolves around a SpongeBob comic where pancreatic cancer is humorously denied entry as an emotion in Riley's mind from the film Inside Out. SpongeBob defends his presence by stating, 'sponging out is an important step in a person's life.' It highlights the absurdity of the situation, leading to a rich variety of adaptations and remixes.

How It Began

On July 5th, 2024, Instagram user absolutenutcase162 shared a SpongeBob and Inside Out crossover comic. In this comic, the emotions from Inside Out dismiss pancreatic cancer, questioning its status as an emotion. The character complains about the inclusion of SpongeBob, who retorts, 'Sponging out is an important step in a person's life, how about you read a fucking book.' The post quickly gained traction, amassing over 50,000 likes in just one month.

Meme Evolution

The meme gained significant traction throughout July 2024. On July 10th, it was shared by X user @spongemp4_, accumulating over 133,000 likes within three weeks. Notably, on July 14th, X user @yeeobun posted a voiceover of the comic, earning over 38,000 likes shortly after. Subsequent adaptations included references to popular culture, such as a Kingdom Hearts-themed edit by user @V33EX on July 26th, which garnered over 3,200 likes in five days. Other variations featured characters like Sans from Undertale and Zangief from Street Fighter, showcasing the meme's versatility and widespread appeal.