"Be Like Bill" Meme Calls Out Bad Social Media Habits: Are You Guilty Of Any ?
by N/A, 8 years ago |
2 min read
Chances are, you know someone who's extremely obnoxious on social media. Actually, you probably know a lot of people like that. This meme is perfect for them.
"Be Like Bill" is the perfect passive-aggressive meme for dropping a hint to annoying Facebook friends.
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Sure, you could just de-friend people who annoy you on social media, but where's the fun in that?
"Be Like Bill" is a simple meme. A poorly-rendered stick figure of a man named Bill is usually standing by himself (or with his GF or nephew), or he's sitting at a computer.
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Most of the memes involve something social media-related.
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Because social media has an overabundance of annoying people.
Bill is also frequently praised for not being stupid.
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Occasionally, Bill can be uplifting and inspirational.
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Bill can also be motivation to love more.
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Mostly, though, Bill is a guide for what not to do on social media.
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Sometimes Bill's memes get a little specific.
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And even more passive-aggressive than you'd expect. This is definitely meant for a specific person.
Bill's meme can also be a PSA.
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While Bill may be in love, he doesn't overdo it.
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Okay, this is legitimately annoying. Definitely be like Bill.
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Of course, there have been a few variations on the meme.
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Which is inevitable, because Internet.
Occasionally, Bill comes off as a bit of an anarchist.
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One of the most important points made by the meme: sometimes it's best to keep things to yourself.
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Yep, this about sums it up.
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Good work, Bill.
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Do not show me this again