The Whimpering Men Audio meme refers to a viral trend across TikTok and Twitter involving sound clips of male voices whimpering or making distressed noises. Originally rooted in niche ASMR and roleplay communities, particularly within fanfiction subcultures like AO3 and Wattpad, the audio clips eventually transcended their original context to become a widespread comedic trope. Users typically pair these sounds with reaction images of people looking overwhelmed, ascending to heaven, or wearing headphones in deep concentration. The meme is frequently used to satirize 'simping' culture or to celebrate specific fictional archetypes, turning what was once a serious or intimate audio style into a versatile tool for internet humor and fan expression.