40 Weird Things People Found That Will Make You Think, “Of COURSE That’s A Thing”

You ever see something so oddly specific, so bafflingly unnecessary, that your only response is: “Of course that exists”? From fish-shaped slippers to bacon-scented soap, the world is overflowing with things nobody asked for—but we’re kind of glad they exist anyway.

At Grumpy Sharks, we celebrate the gloriously absurd. So we’ve rounded up 40 weird things people stumbled across that’ll make you question reality, then immediately want to show your friends. Whether it’s confusing, genius, or just plain cursed, each find proves that human creativity knows no boundaries—and definitely no filters.

Get ready to say, “Wait, is that a real product?” Yes. Yes, it is.

#1. This floating mug – to eliminate coasters

Source: Panda_911

#2. A Rubik’s Cube that doubles as a treasure chest. It only opens when solved

Source: Mattp11111

#3. A tube to prevent phone distractions during conversation

Source: nickelmoose

#4. I hope she’s at least 18 months.

Source: Mairiphinc

#5. 5 pieces of a centaur that go on your fingers to make one full centaur for minutes of fun!

Source: MapleLeafs0117

We’ve all walked past something in a store, paused, backed up, and whispered, “Why?” That moment of quiet disbelief is universal. Whether it’s a light-up toilet seat or a cardigan for your steering wheel, these finds don’t make sense—but that’s exactly what makes them great.

And let’s be honest: a tiny disco ball for your car’s rearview mirror? You kind of want it now.

#6. Organ Plushies

Source: DrBalu

#7. Instagram page dedicated solely to flipping off fish

Source: Xed_

#8. A night stand to beat up people with

Source: robloxpimp69

#9. Older article, but hell ill do it!

Source: bloodywolfeyes

#10. The Bread Storage Alignment Chart

Source: DukeCounter

Once, at a yard sale, I saw a taxidermy squirrel holding a beer bottle opener. The sign said “Functional and Fierce.” I still think about it.

I didn’t buy it—and I regret that deeply. Because some weird things aren’t just objects. They’re conversation starters. Personality pieces. Odd little legends in the making.

#11. Take my money

Source: Swishizzo

#12. Tide Pod Donuts

Source: _MyThoughts_

#13. Spotify’s has lyrics to Sandstorm. In case you forgot them.

Source: RubySpice

#14. Shower curtain with pockets

Source: action_jim

#15. D*ckarmor

Source: SmolWizzzard

According to researchers at the University of California, strange or unexpected items light up the brain’s novelty center, releasing dopamine. That means we get a mini reward when we see something that defies expectation—even if it’s a banana-shaped phone case.

So yes, your obsession with weird Etsy finds? It’s backed by science.

#16. Somebody paid to promote their dog

Source: LilBullet1

#17. Rap albums, but with Michael Cera

Source: TheMysteryMachine420

#18. The internet is leaking into real life

Source: coming__up__milhouse

#19. For people who want to smell cat poop but not be able to find it

Source: Cajun-ish

#20. Optical illusion t-shirt that makes b**bs look bigger.

Source: momosug

There’s a term in consumer psychology called benign violation theory—a framework that helps explain why we laugh at things that are weird, unexpected, or absurd, as long as they don’t actually threaten us. A “violation” means something breaks the rules of what we expect. But when it’s “benign”—meaning it doesn’t hurt anyone or pose danger—our brain interprets it as funny or intriguing instead of scary or offensive.

For example: a candle shaped like a rotisserie chicken violates our expectation of what a candle should be—but it’s harmless, so we laugh. The same goes for slippers shaped like realistic human feet or a chair that looks like a slice of watermelon.

This theory explains why your brain can simultaneously cringe and chuckle. It creates cognitive tension—“That’s wrong, but I’m not mad at it”—and resolving that tension sparks delight. In a world full of predictability, this playful confusion is a welcome jolt to the senses.

#21. Dirt cheap hotel that livestreams your entire stay

Source: EMF911

#22. The much awaited sequel

Source: RoarkCats

#23. A National Treasure!

Source: MusicEd921

#24. Fancy a smoke and a game?

Source: GhostTurdz

#25. Heart shaped headphone splitter that looks like a nut sack

Source: sksksk1989

Weird items thrive online. Subreddits like r/ATBGE (short for “Awful Taste But Great Execution“) are dedicated to showcasing designs that are bold, bizarre, and borderline brilliant—if also slightly disturbing. With over 1.8 million members, r/ATBGE is a hub for things that might make you cringe and applaud in the same breath.

Think gold-plated toilets, gothic-themed birthday cakes, or entire living rooms decked out in faux fur. The craftsmanship is often top-notch—even if the taste is… questionable. It’s where creativity goes unchecked, and the results are as fascinating as they are unforgettable.

The weirder the find, the quicker it spreads. Because in a sea of sameness, unexpected absurdity is refreshing.

#26. They mounted a vegan to the wall at my local butcher shop

Source: thebahu

#27. A punchable enter key

Source: grino655

#28. The soles of these shoes confuses the tracking of the walker

Source: RogerDat143

#29. Toilet map (You can rate bathrooms you have visited)

Source: SmartBoiiii

#30. These crocs are from the depths of hell 💀

Source: Nick Savage

Grumpy Sharks reviewed commentary by Dr. Adam Alter, professor of psychology and marketing, who notes that strange objects “engage the imagination and disrupt mental routines,” making them highly shareable. “They spark questions, and that makes them memorable,” he explains.

Translation? If it makes you say “huh,” it also makes you pay attention.

#31. Galileo’s middle finger preserved in Florence, Italy

Source: Reddit User

#32. Little Dictator

Source: Johnny_W94

#33. Water cooled slide

Source: HeyNoHitMe

#34. Found at Walmart

Source: GDML

#35. Damn I don’t know if that’s lazy or just too real haha

Source: JVallez88

You don’t need to understand it. You don’t need to justify it. If it makes you smile, raise an eyebrow, or whisper “of course that’s a thing,” it’s already doing its job.

Weird things make the world more interesting. So buy the pug-shaped teapot. Wear the corn-on-the-cob socks. And proudly tell your friends you own a glow-in-the-dark garden gnome that looks like it’s screaming.

#36. A wall mountable guitar amp with guitar plug keychains that plug into it to hang your keys

Source: isuckatthegeetar

#37. Guys I found nemo

Source: BluTheFoxOwO

#38. Typewriter for Music

Source: frenzy3

#39. A glitter keychain of the Adobe Photoshop crash window

Source: RainbowAlpacaa

#40. A 24-hour clock…

Source: VDT635

If this list proves anything, it’s that humanity is both genius and deeply unhinged. Whether it’s a product nobody needs or an object so strange it hurts your brain, the world is full of things that defy explanation.

What’s the weirdest, most unnecessary, or downright cursed item you’ve ever encountered? Drop your strangest finds in the comments—we need to know we’re not alone in this madness.