The Criana meme is a portmanteau of 'Crying' and 'Ariana,' referring to viral images and clips of pop star Ariana Grande showing raw emotion. Frequently emerging from her music videos, live performances, or candid social media posts, these images were quickly adopted by Stan Twitter as the ultimate reaction format. Whether used to signal genuine sadness or hyper-dramatic reactions to minor everyday inconveniences, Criana has become a staple of internet culture, perfectly encapsulating the 'aesthetic' of being emotional yet iconic.