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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20863 of the collection, and the 66th 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 “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” meme mean?
The image conveys humorous or self-deprecating distress. It captures the escalation from trying to hold back tears to complete emotional collapse. People use it to react to tragic scenes, bad news, or heartwarming stories that hit too hard.
Where does the “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” meme come from?
The visual comes from a parody poster published by CollegeHumor on September 10, 2010, in the article 'Realistic Gym Workout Diagrams'. Illustrator Caldwell Tanner created this fake chart showing a man in a fetal position with three phases: lie down, try not to cry, then cry a lot. The exact date it became an internet meme is unknown. Autonomous variations circulated late 2012 on 9GAG, iFunny, and me.me. The site Mandatory compiled several versions in an article dated March 5, 2013.
- 2010Publication of the parody poster by CollegeHumor on September 10.
- 2012Circulation of autonomous modifications on 9GAG, iFunny, and me.me.
- 2013Compilation of variants in an article published by the Mandatory site on March 5.
How to use the “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” meme
- Use this image to comment on a particularly moving movie scene.
- Add a caption about a professional setback to show your breakdown.
- Respond to a sad story shared on social media with the three panels.
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The “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 79/100 · #66 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot 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.
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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 does lie down try not to cry meme mean?
It is a parody of a workout poster showing three stages of despair: lying down, holding back tears, and then crying heavily.
Lie down try not to cry origin?
The image comes from a CollegeHumor article published on September 10, 2010, illustrated by Caldwell Tanner.
Who is caldwell tanner collegehumor?
He is the artist who drew the original parody poster distributed on the CollegeHumor website in 2010.
Lie down try not to cry meaning?
It represents the inability to control emotions when faced with a sad or touching situation.
How do I get the Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot” 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 Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Lie Down / Try Not To Cry / Cry A Lot | Know Your Meme · Lie Down / Try Not to Cry / Cry a Lot Meme Explained · Lie down. Try not to cry. Cry a lot. · checked on October 11, 2026.
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