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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” is a legendary card of the Memes World series 70, number 20791 of the collection, and the 5th 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 “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” meme mean?
This meme embodies the emotion of a situation going wrong, marked by sadness and regret. It captures the feeling of having missed an opportunity or suffered an unexpected setback. Users employ it to share their frustration or dejection regarding a disappointing outcome, turning personal defeat into a humorous and shared recognition of suffering.
Where does the “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” meme come from?
The character of Pepe the Frog was designed by Matt Furie in his webcomic *Boy’s Club* in 2005. The melancholic version, named "Feels Bad Man," inverts the original joyful expression by simply modifying the character's mouth. The oldest archived occurrence dates back to January 22, 2009, on a 4chan discussion thread. The drawing was subsequently uploaded to the Polish image hosting site Kyon on June 11, 2009, citing 4chan as the initial source. Another documented trace appears on the Bodybuilding Forums on August 17, 2009, under the caption "not good man." This image spread rapidly through forums and image hosting platforms, becoming a standard reaction image for expressing disappointment without relying on a specific video or broadcast.
- 2005Matt Furie creates the original Pepe the Frog character in his webcomic *Boy’s Club*.
- January 22, 2009The first archived occurrence of the sad variant appears on a 4chan discussion thread.
- June 11, 2009The image is uploaded to the Polish hosting site Kyon, citing 4chan as the source.
How to use the “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” meme
- Share this image after failing a crucial exam or job interview to express your disappointment.
- Respond to a friend recounting a romantic failure by using this visual to show empathy.
- Accompany a comment about a missed opportunity with the phrase "Feels bad man" to highlight regret.
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The “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Legendary |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 86/100 · #5 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 40 MemeCoins (120 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog comes out of the Memes World series 70 as a legendary 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 40 MemeCoins.
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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
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Frequently asked questions
What is Feels Bad Man?
It is a sad variant of Pepe the Frog used as a reaction image to express regret, disappointment, or despair over a personal failure.
Who created Pepe the Frog?
The character was created by American artist Matt Furie in his webcomic *Boy’s Club*, published in 2005.
Where does the Feels Bad Man meme come from?
This specific variant appeared on the internet around 2009, notably on 4chan and specialized forums, by inverting the original joyful expression of the character.
What is the meaning of Sad Frog?
Sad Frog refers to the melancholic version of Pepe, symbolizing sadness and regrets related to situations that went wrong or unrealized dreams.
How do I get the Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog” is a legendary 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 Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog card?
It is a Legendary card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog · Feels Bad Man / Sad Frog: Image Gallery · Know Your Meme · checked on October 11, 2026.
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