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Ilona Baliūnaitė

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 65 unhinged text exchanges that are almost certainly fictional but absolutely hilarious - Caught on Camera

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Just because a text is fake doesn’t mean that it’s any less funny; rather, it’s quite the opposite. But here's the truth, most of the things that make us survive this dank world are utter fibs. I mean, with so many grumpy folks out there, not everyone knows the spell to turn texts ridiculously funny.

Well, if you are a strong believer in “delulu is the solulu” then laughing out loud at unhinged fake texts might be the only thing you need. This online group features the wildest ones you will ever see, so we compiled our favorites just for you. Some of them are so hilarious, you might question the sanity of those who made them. Just scroll down to find out!

#1 Sorry Can't Moved

#2 Am I A Dad Joke To You?

#3 Got Them Hostage

We live in a world that is still rife with war and inequality, and sometimes, humor plays a big role in keeping our sanity in check. Simply put, it’s really healthy, and some medical professionals claim that it’s the best medication out there. Sadly, stats reveal that an average adult laughs 17 times a day, while a child laughs 300 times.

Well, funny fake texts might actually help lighten your days. After the digital revolution, there is no shortage of them online. However, let’s not forget that there’s a very thin line between what constitutes a good fake text that’s actually funny and a bad one that’s really cringey, disturbing, or even ick-worthy. After all, the internet can be a really creepy place at times.

#4 I Know

#5 That’s What Friends Are For!

#6 Dinner Time With Good Boy

Experts at Brainly comment that “the difference between a good and bad joke often involves timing, alignment with cultural humor norms, and the ability to put the audience in a good mood. A good joke is contextually relevant, unexpected, and tends to resonate with the audience, while a bad joke might be poorly timed or irrelevant.”

This similarly applies to a good fake text versus a bad one. A naturally funny one figures out the digital timing for the punchline with line breaks and delivers a twist in a relatable conversation. But a bad one looks forced and, sometimes, is very obvious without a twist.

#7 He Just Got Destroyed

#8 Seems Legit

#9 Thanks Champ

While trying to understand the psychology of humor, researcher and professor Jerry Suls presents the Incongruity-Resolution Theory. It explains that humor happens in 2 quick mental steps. First, our brain spots an unexpected twist, and second, it quickly makes sense of it.

Fake texts are really good at this because first they build up a very normal scene. Then, the next text utterly shatters it. As we read chat bubbles in a jiffy, we quickly move from setup to shock instantly, and it creates a short, satisfying burst of comedy.

#10 I Only Spent $32 Last Night

#11 This Is Not My Post

#12 Message Received

Another aspect that makes fake texts funny and popular is that we are so familiar with the standard iOS or Android message bubbles. Psychologists explain that processing fluency refers to how easily the brain can process information. The smoother the experience, whether reading, scanning, or interpreting, the better it feels.

We can instantly recognize the visual layout of fake texts, and it doesn’t really require much mental effort. We focus only on the humorous side, which lands immediately and has maximum impact.

#13 Intertwined Feet

#14 Mom Thinks Son Run Google

#15 Plz Plug It Back In

Long gone are those days when people pretended that they didn’t like gossip. In fact, studies have shown that social curiosity is contagious and even helps encourage interpersonal relationships. Looking at someone else’s conversation, even when we know it’s fake, almost gives the sense of indulging in digital gossip.

A text screenshot frames the comedy as a secret exchange you unknowingly caught. This effect of digital eavesdropping also contributes to the overall element of making a fake text sound pleasantly funny.

#16 An Interesting Title

#17 Jesus Christ It’s Jason Bourne

#18 Hmmm?

People’s decreasing attention spans are also one of the reasons fake texts with quick humor are so popular. Psychologist and professor Gloria Mark explains, “Data from our first study, in 2003, revealed that people spent an average of 2.5 minutes on something before turning their attention to a different task.”

“Our most recent study done over the past five years shows that the figure has gone down to 40 seconds,” she adds.

Fake texts are basically 3-second flash fiction. They compress the whole storytelling arc into microfiction. From establishing characters and building tension to dropping the twist, everything happens within seconds. With decreasing attention spans, it’s hardly a surprise that people naturally gravitate to this quick, short humor.

#19 That’s Kinda Tall

#20 Let's Seize The Memes Of Production

#21 ...rew

The humorously gifted folks love to create fake texts, and there are even different sites that are pretty popular where people can try it out. However, it is important to keep in mind that the comedy is not intended to insult anyone. I am sure sensible people don’t want to go viral for all the wrong reasons.

#22 Wholesome Neighborhood Fun

#23 Kindagoodfaketexts

#24 Bruce Is The Man

Fake texts also function as helpful icebreakers or ways to connect with friends. After all, it’s a pleasure to know that we share the same brain cells with our loved ones. Anyway, dear Pandas, we leave you here to enjoy the rest of the list. Don’t forget to upvote the loves that make you laugh out loud. Also, feel free to talk about them in the comments section!