The emoji with the unicode 1F595 1F3FF is a combination of two unicode symbols. The first part, 1F595, represents the Raised Hand with Part Between Middle and Ring Fingers emoji, also known as the
Sign of the Horns emoji. The second part, 1F3FF, is a modifier that represents the Emoji Modifier Fitzpatrick Type-6, which is used to give the preceding emoji a darker skin tone. Therefore, the combined emoji 1F595 1F3FF represents a Sign of the Horns hand gesture with a dark skin tone.
The primary and most common use of this emoji is to represent the rock on or heavy metal hand gesture, often used in the context of music, particularly rock and heavy metal genres. It can also be used to express enthusiasm, agreement, or a sense of rebellion or defiance. On social media, it's often used to react to exciting news or to show support for a favorite band or song.
Beyond its primary use, the Sign of the Horns emoji can also be used to represent the Texas Longhorns, a sports team from the University of Texas at Austin, due to the hand gesture's resemblance to a longhorn steer. It can also be used to express a positive sentiment of strength, power, or determination.
This emoji is popular among music fans, particularly those of rock and heavy metal genres. Its also widely used among sports fans, especially those of the Texas Longhorns. The addition of the skin tone modifier increases the emojis cultural significance by promoting diversity and inclusivity.
Related emojis include other hand gesture emojis, such as the
Raised Hand emoji, the
Victory Hand emoji, and the
OK Hand emoji. Variations of the Sign of the Horns emoji with different skin tones are also related.
On platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, this emoji is often used in posts and stories related to concerts, music festivals, or sports events. In the context of these communities, it can symbolize a shared passion for music or sports.