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About

Things To Say is a series of ironic hustle culture memes that list things you should say to a given person, such as a teacher, friend or spouse's parents, to impress them, the advice often being intentionally bad (similar to the Advice Dog meme).

The format first appeared on TikTok in late August 2026 and was popularized by user @cawkringinvestor. It was further popularized on TikTok and Instagram Reels later that month through early September 2026. The format is comparable to the Rare Fish Investment memes.

Origin

On August 17th, 2026, TikToker[1] @cawkringinvestor posted a meme that ironically lists things that you should say to your partner after having intercourse. The list is titled "Things to say after cracking" ("cracking" being slang for sex). The post gained over 1.7 million views in a month.


@cawkringinvestor Things to say after cracking • It would have been easier if you cooperated • • Can i pay with card? • You did better than my grandma Could you recommend our services to your friends? • Woohoo! (enthusiastic)

Spread

The meme spread over the following weeks, becoming notably popularized in late August through early September 2026.

On August 30th, 2026, TikToker[2] @therealuncle1 posted a version of the meme about the things to say when meeting your partner's dad, using an image of Matthew McConaughey next to the list of things to say, garnering over 1.1 million views in a week.


A list of things to say when meeting her dad. The meme is ironic.

On August 31st, TikToker[3] @richhomiethugger2867 posted a version of the meme about the things you should say in a job interview, garnering over 2.2 million views in a week.


A list of things to say during a job interview. This is an ironic meme.

On September 2nd, Instagram[4] user jack_sonsm48 posted a version of the meme that gained over 58,700 likes in a week.

On September 5th, 2026, Instagram[5] user _thebayharborbutcher posted a version of the meme that features an image of actor Hugh Laurie as House M.D., garnering over 69,000 likes in four days.


THINGS TO SAY TO YOUR DOCTOR I've got good news and bad news. You have six (6) seconds to live. Pawn to A4. I'm allergic to idiots. Let me see some credentials. My body, my choice. Why are you so f------ ugly? Lower your tone when you speak to me.

Various Examples


THINGS TO SAY ON A DATE • That outfit makes you look fat My money is tied up in assets I'm between jobs right now Do you send? The foods not going anywhere slow down It's called a gap year • I'm currently living with my parents to save my capital My uncle is in control of finances I left my wallet in the car @getmoneywithn Things to say to a female. 1. My eyes are up here. 2. When will you be ovulating? 3.1 tapered my hair on my testicles (aggressively) 4. You will die soon (maybe) 5. Are you trans? 6. Make me a sandwich (politely) THINGS TO SAY TO YOUR PUPPY "You contribute nothing to this household." "Do not eat my rare fish." "I'll see you in court." "I have connections that can shut you down in an instant, buddy." "Scoot over. That's my uncle's seat." "Name THREE (3) countries." "I love you, buddy." THINGS TO SAY TO YOUR UBER DRIVER • "Let me drive, you don't know what you're doing" "You missed a left turn fifteen (15) minutes ago" "Hit that pedestrian for me • "You know I'm not paying for this right?" • "Want a beer?” • "I forgot my address" • "I brought my own car" THINGS TO SAY TO YOUR MOTHER • Do not talk back to me lady ⚫ I brought you into this world • You're lucky I don't hit women When are you going to move out? • You have exactly 10 minutes to impress me THINGS TO SAY WHEN MEETING KING ASGORE * Hows the weather up there? * Sell me these SOULS. * I heard your name isnt fluffy pushover * What are your intentions with my mum * it says gullible on the ceiling. * Lets be honest, what happened in the CORE?

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External References

[1] TikTok – cawkringinvestor

[2] TikTok – therealuncle1

[3] TikTok – richhomiethugger2867

[4] Instagram – jack_sonsm48

[5] Instagram – thebayharborbutcher


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