10 Best SpongeBob SquarePants Quotes That Are Hilariously Relatable (2024)

One of the longest-running animated series of all time, SpongeBob SquarePants features a ton of great quotes that are both hilarious and, shockingly, relatable. Though SpongeBob as a character is overly optimistic to the point of it often being a flaw, the show actually gets quite dark at times. Characters such as Squidward and Plankton gain sympathy for their constant lack of fulfillment in their lives, while SpongeBob and Patrick's ability to make mistakes even as they try to do their best is a feature of most people's lives at some point or another.

SpongeBob SquarePants is a surprising treasure trove of relatable moments that reflect the trials and tribulations of everyday life, providing surprisingly profound and riotously funny insights. It's been adapted many times, with SpongeBob SquarePants being one of the great TV shows to be turned into a movie, as well as a Broadway musical. Though the show is marketed to children, it equally appeals to adults with its endearing exploration of characters attempting to navigate the world with little preparation for what is to come.

10 "Stupidity Isn't A Virus, But It Sure Is Spreading Like One" - Sandy Cheeks

Heard In: Season 2, Episode 11's "Squirrel Jokes"

In the SpongeBob SquarePants season 2 episode "Squirrel Jokes," SpongeBob becomes a stand-up comedy sensation with his jokes about squirrels, and at first, Sandy plays along until her feelings become hurt. When a mother tells her son not to stand near Sandy at a store because her "stupidity" may rub off on him, Sandy responds with this quote. Like Sandy in this scene, it can be easy to look around and see the world getting "stupider," especially with the spread of misinformation. Sandy's sassy comeback is hilarious but also expresses very real frustrations people face dealing with bigotry. SpongeBob SquarePants is filled with life lessons like this one.

9 “Goodbye Everyone, I’ll Remember You All In Therapy.” - Plankton

Heard In: Season 3, Episode 1's "The Algae's Always Greener"

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In the SpongeBob SquarePants season 3 episode "The Algae's Always Greener, Plankton uses a device to switch places with Mr. Krabs. After discovering the demands on Mr. Krabs, specifically dealing with SpongeBob's antics and daughter Pearl's neediness, Plankton realizes that the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, and he wants out. Before returning to his old life, Plankton delivers this farewell line, sarcastically thanking everyone for driving him up a wall. Like many, Plankton is fed up with those around him and chooses to escape. His mention of speaking about them in therapy is wittily relatable and self-aware.

8 "A 5-Letter Word For Happiness. Money." - Mr. Krabs

Heard In: Season 2, Episode 1's "Your Shoe's Untied"

SpongeBob struggles at work when it becomes clear he does not know how to tie his shoes in the season 2 episode "Your Shoe's Untied." Meanwhile, Mr. Krabs is in the bathroom distracted by a crossword puzzle, filling in every answer with "money." Mr. Krabs obsession with money is materialistic, but everyone is sometimes, and many would agree with him that their lives would be better with more of it. It's hysterically materialistic, but also very true.

7 "Can I Be Excused For The Rest Of My Life?" - SpongeBob SquarePants

Heard In: Season 3, Episode 3's "The Bully"

When SpongeBob's bully, Flats, taunts him in boating school, he asks Mrs. Puff if he can leave. Many people are not fans of school and can empathize with SpongeBob's request. Equally, the sense of wanting to escape from one's existence in moments of stress is universal.

6 "I'm Ugly And I'm Proud!" - SpongeBob SquarePants

Heard In: Season 2, Episode 2's "Something Smells"

In the season 2 episode "Something Smells," SpongeBob's terrible breath turns away everyone he comes into contact with, except Patrick, who cannot smell. When SpongeBob asks his friend for advice on why everyone is avoiding him, Patrick concludes that SpongeBob is ugly and encourages him to take pride in it. Many people get insecure about their looks, and like SpongeBob, they push through. This is a hilariously relatable moment of self-doubt.

5 “I'll Have You Know I Stubbed My Toe Last Week While Watering My Spice Garden, And I Only Cried For Twenty Minutes.” - SpongeBob SquarePants

Heard In: Season 3, Episode 8's "No Weenies Allowed"

In an attempt to be permitted into the tough-person-only bar The Salty Spitoon, SpongeBob tries to brag about his strength to the bouncer. This remark really captures just how painful stubbing one's toe can be. Equally, SpongeBob is trying to act brave when he really isn't, which many can understand having to do sometimes. The moment is funny because it underscores the universal experience of pain and the lengths to which people might go to prove their bravery.

4 “Dumb People Are Always Blissfully Unaware Of How Dumb They Really Are” – Patrick

Heard In: Season 2, Episode 17's "I'm With Stupid"

SpongeBob SquarePants's funniest Patrick moments include this quote. When his parents visit him in the episode "I'm With Stupid," he has insecurities over them not thinking he's very smart. SpongeBob, being the good friend he is, agrees to act stupid to make Patrick look smarter to them. As SpongeBob pushes his mindlessness further and further, Patrick takes a questionable moral high ground, seeming to miss the irony. This quote reflects the real world where individuals who are not particularly bright may excel or gain advantages because they are unaware of their own limitations.

3 “I Used To Have A Dream.” - SpongeBob SquarePants / “Yeah? I Used To Have A Kidney Stone. Everything Passes Eventually.” - Mr. Krabs

Heard In: Season 4, Episode 17's "Driven To Tears"

When Patrick gets his driver's license, SpongeBob gets upset due to his long attempts to get his. SpongeBob's overblown response is met by Mr. Krabs with cynicism instead of reassurance. The lack of emotional support SpongeBob gets is relatable already to those who may not receive proper encouragement when facing setbacks, but it also registers with those who worry about not achieving their long-held dreams and aspirations.

2 "I Went To College!!!" - Plankton

First Heard In: Season 1, Episode 3's "Plankton!"

Plankton makes this exclamation several times throughout the series, attempting to cite his educational achievements, even when it's not directly relevant. To some, it may reflect those who peaked early and who must brag about past accomplishments to maintain their sense of self. The line also expresses frustration with his expectations in life in that, despite his education, Plankton hasn't achieved the success he believes he deserves.

1 "Always Follow Your Heart, Unless Your Heart Is Bad With Directions." - SpongeBob SquarePants

Heard In: SpongeBob: Undersea Horoscopes' "Aries-Taurus-Gemini"

This quote is not directly from the SpongeBob SquarePants TV series, but instead from a series of shorts titled SpongeBob: Undersea Horoscopes. The line is almost inspirational until it teeters into self-doubt. It's a hilariously relatable line to anyone who spends time second-guessing themselves that playfully addresses that very common human experience.