15 Rihanna memes that prove she’s the ultimate queen of cool

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If there’s one thing the internet can agree on, it’s that Rihanna is a meme goldmine. If you’ve spent any time on the internet, you’ve probably encountered a Rihanna meme. Whether she’s serving iconic fashion moments, delivering legendary side-eye glances, or just vibing in her natural state of "I’m too rich to care," Rihanna has become the ultimate canvas for internet humor.

Let’s be honest: Rihanna effortlessly becomes meme material without even trying. Her mere presence prompts the internet to go wild. Whether she’s enjoying champagne at the Met Gala, effortlessly flipping her hair, or gazing into the distance as if pondering life’s purpose, every action of Rihanna’s is a treasure trove for meme makers. She continuously provides us with content, and we’re all just enjoying her meme-laden universe.

So let’s take a moment to appreciate some of the best Rihanna meme moments that have blessed our timelines.


15 Rihanna memes that are a toast to relatability


When you ask your mom for money and she says bring me my bag (via Instagram / @graziapak)

When Mom slips you cash, it’s like winning the lottery but with way less math and way more love.


Me when I'm asked to turn on my camera during the zoom meeting (via Instagram / @misscorporate_)

Turning on your Zoom camera in a lavish dress feels like showing up to a pajama party in a ball gown! You've won this round fair and square.


When your friend tells you to come out on Friday night (via Instagram / @tarcherperigee)

Sorry for the disappointment, folks, but my idea of a wild Friday night is debating whether to reorder the same takeout I had yesterday.


When kids say they cannot wait to grow up (via Instagram / @popxodaily)

Oh, what we wouldn't give to switch places with them!


When you finally go back to work (via Instagram / @thats_so_meme)

Going back to work after 2 months of WFH feels like returning to school after summer break, and we all hate it!


I should go out and socialize more (via Pinterest / @Zaay)

I make socializing plans in a moment of weakness or due to peer pressure—don't expect me to follow through on them!


Waiting for your crush to ask you to be their Valentine (via Instagram / @staterbrosnhoes)

The wait is agonizing, isn't it?


Minding my business while also paying attention (via Instagram / @blacked.humour)

I function like a highly secretive ninja this way; my ears are basically like satellite dishes.


You can't just cut people out of your life like that (via Instagram / @prettygoodmindset)

We should all aspire to be a bit more like Riri, who is the patron saint of keeping it cool under all circumstances.


When you're tired of doing work, work, work (via Pinterest / @r rodriguez)

My motivation for work keeps dwindling by the day; I have no idea what I'm even doing anymore!


When yoy fantasize about finishing the rest of your friend's food (via Instagram / @wishbonequizzes)

When my friend orders something delicious, I spend the whole meal imagining how I'd 'accidentally' knock their plate onto my lap.


Driving when your mom is a passenger vs driving by yourself (via Instagram / @riri_dose)

We all secretly look forward to this moment—I'm going to drive like there's no tomorrow!


When someone speeds up to pass me (via Instagram / @sirbanksalot)

It’s called patience, buddy—Google it while you wait. We're all in the waiting queue here.


Don't scream at me (via Pinterest / @Riri)

When customers yell at me, I just kindly remind them that I just work here and I'm not a genie—yelling won't make me grant your refund wishes.


I need to cancel our plans for tonight (via Instagram / @gingerrcurls)

Things have a mysterious way of working out, don't they?


From Rihanna's ability to convey disdain with a single glance to her ability to remain unbothered in any situation, these traits are nothing short of inspirational and have made her one of the most memed celebrities alive. Rihanna memes are the ultimate celebration of life’s small victories and big flexes.

Rihanna may not be giving us new music anytime soon, but she is giving us memes, and honestly, isn’t that just as important? Whether she’s trolling fans, showing off her effortless coolness, or just existing as the icon she is, Rihanna will always be the internet’s favorite personality.

Edited by Ishita Banerjee
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