MyMemeCards editorial team
Watch the ref
Nobody has added this meme's ref yet. Got the original video or post?
In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Brother Sharp” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20830 of the collection, and the 37th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Brother Sharp” meme mean?
This meme highlights admiration for unexpected elegance or the contrast between physical appearance and social status. It illustrates how a marginalized individual can captivate public attention through a unique aura, often perceived as mysterious or avant-garde despite worn clothing.
Where does the “Brother Sharp” meme come from?
The phenomenon originated in Ningbo, China, on January 30, 2010, when an amateur photographer captured Cheng Guorong at Tianyi Square using a Sony camcorder. The images were posted on the Fengniao photography forum and later went viral on Tianya on February 23, 2010, under an exaggerated title. Chinese netizens dubbed him 'Xili Ge' (Brother Sharp) due to his sharp, elegant look. Media coverage began on March 3, 2010, following his documented public appearance on March 2. A compilation video uploaded on March 5 further cemented his online status.
- January 30, 2010Initial photograph of Cheng Guorong taken by an amateur at Tianyi Square in Ningbo.
- February 23, 2010Massive spread of images on the Tianya forum with an exaggerated headline.
- March 2, 2010First documented public appearance of the subject during an interview.
- March 3, 2010Start of traditional Chinese media coverage of the phenomenon.
How to use the “Brother Sharp” meme
- Use this image to comment on someone wearing vintage or mismatched clothes with unsettling confidence.
- Apply it to highlight the striking contrast between a person's chic attire and their humble or casual context.
- Reference this meme when discussing a sudden celebrity born from a single candid street photograph.
Also searched as
- Xili Ge
- 犀利哥
- The Sharp Brother
- brother sharp meme
- brother sharp meaning
- brother sharp origin
- cheng guorong brother sharp
- brother sharp true story
- brother sharp chinese homeless man
The “Brother Sharp” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20830 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 80/100 · #37 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Brother Sharp” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Brother Sharp comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 20 MemeCoins.
Open your free pack
5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
Free · no account needed
Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
Memes like “Brother Sharp”
More cards of the Memes World series 70
Frequently asked questions
What is brother sharp?
It refers to Cheng Guorong, a Chinese homeless man whose street photos went viral in 2010.
Brother sharp origin?
The meme comes from Ningbo, China, following photographs taken in January 2010 and shared on local forums.
Who is brother sharp?
It is the nickname given to Cheng Guorong, a homeless man admired for his unique fashion sense.
Brother sharp real or fake?
The person is real; he was not a fictional character but a Chinese citizen who experienced homelessness.
How do I get the Brother Sharp meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Brother Sharp” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Brother Sharp card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Brother Sharp (犀利哥) | Know Your Meme · 犀利哥 - 維基百科，自由的百科全書 · 犀利哥 - 香港網絡大典- Fandom · checked on October 11, 2026.
Read next
Want Brother Sharp in your collection?
Open your free pack: 5 meme cards, no account needed.