The 'Billie Eilish's Songs Are So Sad' meme emerged as a way to poke fun at the perceived melodrama of Eilish's early discography, often contrasting it with genuinely tragic moments from pop culture, video games, or historical events. It typically follows a format where a fan claims Eilish represents the peak of emotional pain, only to be 'corrected' by a scene that viewers find more profoundly moving—ranging from the death of Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2 to Ghost's betrayal in Modern Warfare. This template thrives on the gatekeeping trope, highlighting the subjective nature of what makes us emotional while creating a humorous contrast between modern pop music and legendary cinematic heartbreak.