emoji_16

Man with a tear-streaked face looking directly at the camera with a pained expression.
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What does the emoji_16 emoji mean?

The ultimate expression of holding back tears while trying to stay strong.

This is the iconic 'Crying Black Man' meme, featuring WoodysGamertag (often misidentified) or simply a man struggling to contain his emotions. It is widely used in Discord and Slack to express fake sadness, overwhelming irony, or a 'toughing it out' attitude during a difficult or hilarious situation.

When to use it

  • Expressing fake sadness during a funny moment
  • Showing ironic struggle when losing a game
  • Reacting to a sad story with dark humor
  • Displaying mock distress in a group chat

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the emoji_16 image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the emoji_16 image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the emoji_16 image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the emoji_16 image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.