The Dead Rose Emoji (🥀), officially known as the Wilted Flower, was introduced in 2016 and quickly became the universal digital symbol for heartbreak, sorrow, and 'emo' culture. Beyond its literal meaning of a dying plant, the internet adopted it to represent the end of a vibe, a failed relationship, or a general sense of exhaustion. It is frequently used in 'aesthetic' posts and ironic memes to dramatize minor inconveniences, such as losing a streak on Snapchat or having to wake up early. Its simple, drooping silhouette provides a perfect visual metaphor for anything that has lost its spark or vitality.