THIS COULD BE US BUT
The image I see is a humorous meme featuring two juxtaposed panels with text overlay. In the first panel, we see a man in a Superman costume flying with a woman in his arms, both of whom are smiling and appear to be in the midst of a rescue. The caption above this panel reads, "THIS COULD BE US..."
In the second panel, we see the same man dressed as Superman, reclining alone on a green couch with his eyes closed and arms folded across his chest. The caption below states, "...BUT I DON'T SAVE HOES ANYMORE." The term "hoes" is often used as slang to refer derogatorily to women who are considered promiscuous or disrespectful.
The humor in the meme can be attributed to several things; one is the play on the romantic and idealistic "This could be us" phrase that is often used on social media to represent a desirable relationship goal or a couple's activity to aspire to. In this context, the phrase starts with the promise of a romantic superhero scenario.
However, the punchline in the second panel subverts the initial romantic expectation with a surprising and irreverent declaration. The Superman character, known for his heroic and chivalrous deeds, is portrayed here as having a change of heart towards whom he chooses to save, using language that one would not typically associate with the iconic superhero.
The contrasting imagery of the heroic action in the first panel versus the passive, relaxed pose in the second panel adds to the humor. The top image suggests adventure and excitement, while the bottom image shows Superman in a state of repose, completely uninterested in performing heroic deeds, which plays into the unexpectedness of the punchline.
The humor also stems from the use of colloquial and somewhat crude language in the bottom panel, which is a stark and humorous contrast to Superman's usual depiction as the epitome of good behavior and morality. The meme takes the well-known character out of his traditional context and into contemporary internet humor which often includes sarcastic and tongue-in-cheek commentary on relationships and societal expectations.
Please note that the language used in the meme may be offensive to some, as it uses slang that can be considered derogatory. The overall joke hinges on this incongruity, which might be funny to some due to its shock value and deviation from Superman's typical portrayal. THIS COULD BE US BUT I DON T SAVE HOES ANYMORE
