21 Hilarious And Brutal "Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions" Memes

Sometimes, the best way to solve a modern problem is with a modern solution.

Damjan

Published in Funny
2 Aug 2020

21 Hilarious And Brutal "Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions" Memes

Some memes age better than others, and the "modern problems require modern solutions" format is one of the rare ones that still lands. It takes everyday frustration, adds a little absurdity, and turns it into something people can laugh at even when the joke stings.

This roundup follows the meme’s rise from a Chappelle-inspired catchphrase into a Reddit favorite, with users putting their own spin on modern life’s biggest annoyances. The result is a mix of dark humor, sharp observations, and a few jokes that feel a little too real.

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Here are some of the funniest examples, and a few of them hit harder than expected.

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ammogirlt400

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JBVic

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Redditor Imthatguy25 talked to reporters about his inspiration for the "modern problems" meme. "I've watched Chappelle's Show since I was a kid, so the 'modern problems' quote has always been something I'd regularly quote to myself or to others. I basically treated it like a motto," he said.

"But even then, I honestly didn't expect the format to gain much traction until I saw a bunch of other redditors hit the homepage by using the format and making their own."

"Other than the obvious, 'Dave Chappelle is a comedic genius and everything he says is meme gold,' redditors can be pretty clever when they see a meme that they believe has potential," he explained.

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pronoob-_-

"The meme alone was pretty cut and dry, simple to understand. But like I've said, redditors have their own vernacular way with memes.

I've seen this dude wage war with Instagram using my format and managed to get 100k upvotes out of it. I honestly owe it to Reddit and Instagram for making the meme so shareable," the redditor said.

"I'd at least like to see it with a bit of wit behind it. Really, as long as it's funny, I could stand behind it."

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Lanhdanan

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matty-not-matt

The "modern problems" meme first appeared in 2018. Redditor Imthatguy25 shared some dark humor and placed Chappelle’s picture alongside the catchphrase.

It became popular in no time, and people started using it for both jokes and more serious criticism of society today. In both cases, the memes always deal with contemporary issues.

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OminousKnight

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frogsupmyarse

The original "modern problems" sketch featuring Dave Chappelle is a cornerstone of his iconic series, which debuted in the second season of Chappelle’s Show. It cleverly highlights how humor can serve as a lens through which we view the absurdities of contemporary life. This particular sketch, where Chappelle suggests using fake Canadian IDs for free healthcare, not only entertains but also prompts a deeper reflection on the challenges individuals face in the modern age. The enduring popularity of this phrase underscores the universality of the struggles it addresses, resonating with audiences who seek both laughter and solidarity in navigating their own "modern problems."

This also feels like the roommate who refused to sign the absurd agreement, AITA?

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Mohanezar99

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Half_Baked_420

The UN stated that some of the critical problems we would face in 2020 would be the acceleration of climate change, humanitarian crises in Syria, Yemen, Venezuela, and elsewhere, and the continued existence of discrimination and exclusion.

They forgot to include the COVID pandemic in that report. But even without it, society today offers a lot of inspiration for memes like this. We hope this will change.