Born between 1965 and 1980, Generation X has earned plenty of nicknames over the years — from the "middle child" stuck between Boomers and Millennials to the "forgotten generation" that everyone seems to skip over. But instead of starting an internet war, most Gen Xers have fully leaned into the joke.
That’s why memes dedicated to this group hit a bit differently than the rest. They rely heavily on dark humor, memories of being a 10-year-old latchkey kid, and the physical exhaustion that comes with middle age.
We’ve gathered some of the funniest, most nostalgic memes from a popular online community that perfectly captures the chaotic energy of growing up in the ’70s and ’80s.
