The iLuvU emote is used to express love, affection, appreciation, or support in Twitch chat. It conveys positive emotions and wholesome feelings toward streamers, other chatters, or content being shown on stream. The emote represents genuine affection and is commonly used to show support during emotional moments, celebrate achievements, or simply spread positive vibes in chat. It's a way for viewers to express that they care about or appreciate someone or something happening on stream.
Origin
The iLuvU emote originated from the popular Twitch streamer Pokimane (Imane Anys), one of the most followed female streamers on the platform. This emote was added to her channel's subscriber emote collection in the late 2010s, around 2018-2019. The emote features Pokimane herself making a kissing face with heart-shaped eye reflections, styled with red/pink hair and an affectionate expression. It became one of her signature emotes and is widely recognized across Twitch as a wholesome expression of love and appreciation.
When to use
When viewers want to show appreciation or support for the streamer
During wholesome or heartwarming moments on stream
To celebrate a streamer's achievements or milestones
In response to positive announcements or good news
When chatters want to express affection toward the community
During emotional or touching moments that resonate with viewers
As a way to send positive energy or encouragement
In combination with other positive emotes to amplify wholesome messages
