Despite advancements in emoji options, many users are still frustrated—primarily due to the absence of a middle finger emoji. Let’s face it, that’s the one we’ve all been eagerly anticipating. There’s also chatter online about other absent emojis, like a hot dog, taco, glass of white wine, and a lobster. Seems like someone is eager to show off their clambake invite!
This got me brainstorming: what other emojis would truly make our digital conversations more expressive? Here’s my curated list of the top ten emojis we’d love to see:
1. Bat Signal
Embrace your inner superhero! Sending a Bat Signal emoji would convey that you’re channeling your inner Batman, whether you’ve just landed a big promotion or mastered your fifth grader’s science project while they were busy bouncing on a trampoline.
2. Left Shark
Sometimes, you just want to do your own thing—like the iconic Left Shark from Katy Perry’s Super Bowl performance. This emoji would be perfect for declining invitations to events you’d rather avoid, allowing you to say, “I’m just going to left-shark it tonight.”
3. Coachella Astronaut
As festival season rolls around, it’s a shame we don’t have an emoji that captures the essence of Coachella. An astronaut floating amidst a crowd is the perfect way to express your desire to be at the festival instead of handling carpool duties.
4. Amy Poehler in ‘Mean Girls’
While current emojis may resemble Regina George’s mom, none capture the essence of a cool mom with an old-school camcorder and a sweet treat. This emoji would remind us that sometimes, we all want to embrace our inner “cool mom.”
5. Sad Piccolo Girl
This emoji represents the Villanova band member who played through tears during a heartbreaking game loss. Perfect for conveying sadness over a TV show character’s departure or a disappointing event, it captures emotional moments with humor.
6. Starbucks Cup
For all the Starbucks enthusiasts out there, this emoji is a tribute to the love many have for their daily coffee fix. It symbolizes a deep connection, like the “You complete me” of emojis. Just be cautious about overusing it—no one wants a barista on every corner!
7. Mockingjay
Perfect for signaling when something ruins a great experience, the Mockingjay emoji can be used to express frustration. Think of it as a way to casually mention when something disappoints, like the ending of a beloved series.
8. Pharrell’s Hat
This iconic hat took social media by storm and deserves its own emoji. It’s great for pointing out when something once cool has been overshadowed by something even trendier—like saying, “It’s time to put Pharrell’s Hat on [New Name], they’ve been upstaged!”
9. Olivia Pope’s White Hat
Another hat, but it’s Olivia Pope’s! This emoji symbolizes being in control and ready to tackle any situation. Use it to assert that whatever you’re discussing is “handled,” and throw in some popcorn for good measure.
10. Plaid Skirt
The Plaid Skirt emoji is versatile, embodying the spirit of “#sorrynotsorry.” Whether you want to convey playful mischief or a cheeky “oops,” it’s the perfect representation of carefree fun in your messages.
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In summary, these ten emojis would add valuable expression to our digital conversations, allowing us to communicate complex feelings and experiences with just a simple icon.