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Relatable Reddit Relapse: Drake Hotline Bling Meme

This two-panel reaction meme uses the iconic Drake *Hotline Bling* template to humorously depict the common, relatable experience of trying to step away from Reddit, only to immediately reopen the platform seconds later. The top panel shows Drake in an orange puffer jacket making a dismissive, hand-up rejection gesture, paired with the text **CLOSING REDDIT**. The bottom panel shows Drake switching to an approving, open-handed welcoming gesture, paired with **OPENING REDDIT 2 SECONDS LATER**. It pokes fun at the addictive, engaging nature of Reddit that makes it hard for users to stay away even after deciding to close the app.
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Drake (Top Panel)
CLOSING REDDIT
Drake (Bottom Panel)
OPENING REDDIT 2 SECONDS LATER

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The relatable cycle of attempting to close Reddit and immediately reopening it

Overview

This two-panel reaction meme uses the iconic Drake Hotline Bling template to humorously depict the common, relatable experience of trying to step away from Reddit, only to immediately reopen the platform seconds later. The top panel shows Drake in an orange puffer jacket making a dismissive, hand-up rejection gesture, paired with the text CLOSING REDDIT. The bottom panel shows Drake switching to an approving, open-handed welcoming gesture, paired with OPENING REDDIT 2 SECONDS LATER. It pokes fun at the addictive, engaging nature of Reddit that makes it hard for users to stay away even after deciding to close the app.

Origin notes

This meme is a remix of the widely popular Drake Hotline Bling meme template, which originates from a scene in Drake's 2015 Hotline Bling music video. The template is a staple of internet meme culture, used to express a sudden shift in opinion or a contradictory, relatable action. This specific iteration focuses on Reddit user behavior, and was likely created by a Reddit user (or meme creator) and shared across platforms like Reddit, Twitter/X, and Instagram where such relatable platform-focused memes gain traction.

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