20 Vein Forehead Guy Meme Templates to Express Any Struggle

You have probably seen the viral meme of a male student in a classroom, his face red and a vein bulging on his forehead, looking under great strain.

The person in the photo is Michael McGee. The picture was taken in 2013 when he was 16 years old. A friend captured this perfect expression in class and shared it on Twitter with the caption, "Trying to hold a fart next to a cute girl in class." The relatable humor made the photo go viral.

This meme perfectly captures the struggle between inner turmoil and outward composure. It is primarily used to express situations of extreme physical or emotional restraint. Common uses include:

• Physical Discomfort:​ The original context—holding in a fart, cough, or sneeze.
• Emotional Restraint:​ Such as trying not to laugh in a serious meeting or containing intense anger.
• Social Pressure:​ Enduring awkward situations, like resisting the urge to correct someone.

The template's versatility makes it a go-to for any "I'm about to lose it" moment. To see its range, we have curated a collection of 20 of the funniest and most relatable "Vein Forehead Guy" memes.