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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Omoide wa Okkusenman” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21703 of the collection, and the 31st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Omoide wa Okkusenman” meme mean?
This title evokes intense nostalgia for retro video games and lost childhood. It expresses the collective joy of rediscovering a familiar melody transformed into a community artistic work. Users employ it to celebrate otaku culture, share gaming memories, or praise fan creativity that reinvents classic soundtracks.
Where does the “Omoide wa Okkusenman” meme come from?
The musical base comes from Rockman 2: Dr. Wily no Nazo (Mega Man 2), released in Japan in 1988, featuring a composition by Takashi Tateishi at Capcom. In January 2007, an internet user named Aoi Kiba added lyrics to this melody. The first known appearance with text occurs on Nico Nico Douga on January 31, 2007. PiggKingg publishes a sung version on YouTube on February 6, 2007, followed by a complete version on February 14. The major vocal interpretation, attributed to Gomu, appears on YouTube on February 19, 2007. On Nico Nico Douga, CHROMES uploads the video on March 6, 2007, followed by Gomu shortly after. An animation by Douro of DNA joins the platform on May 27, 2007, consolidating the viral phenomenon.
- 1988Japanese release of Rockman 2 including the Dr. Wily instrumental theme.
- January 31, 2007First known attestation of lyrics on the Nico Nico Douga platform.
- February 6, 2007Publication of a sung version on YouTube by PiggKingg.
- February 19, 2007Appearance of the first major vocal interpretation attributed to Gomu on YouTube.
- March 6, 2007Upload of the video on Nico Nico Douga by CHROMES, followed by Gomu.
How to use the “Omoide wa Okkusenman” meme
- Share the original video to evoke your childhood memories around Mega Man.
- Create a personalized remix using the iconic Dr. Wily melody as a sound base.
- Comment under a retro game video to signal your appreciation for this vocal adaptation.
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The “Omoide wa Okkusenman” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21703 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Omoide wa Okkusenman” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Omoide wa Okkusenman comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who composed the music for Omoide wa Okkusenman?
The original melody was composed by Takashi Tateishi for Capcom in Mega Man 2. The lyrics were added by an internet user known as Aoi Kiba.
What is Omoide wa Okkusenman?
It is a Japanese vocal song based on the Dr. Wily theme from Mega Man 2. It became famous in 2007 thanks to Japanese video sharing platforms.
When was the song Omoide wa Okkusenman released?
Versions with lyrics and singing emerged in January and February 2007. However, the musical base dates back to the game's release in 1988.
Who is Gomu in Omoide wa Okkusenman?
Gomu is a vocal artist attributed to the first major sung interpretation of the song, published on YouTube in February 2007.
How do I get the Omoide wa Okkusenman meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Omoide wa Okkusenman” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Omoide wa Okkusenman card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Omoide wa Okkusenman! - Wikipedia · Flash Game Memories · 思い出は億千万とは (オモイデハオクセンマンとは) [単語記事] · checked on October 14, 2026.
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