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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21053 of the collection, and the 3rd 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 “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” meme mean?
This phrase expresses skepticism toward viral anecdotes that seem overly idealized. It highlights the absurdity of a situation where bystanders suddenly cheer for an isolated act, turning a mundane event into urban legend. The dominant emotion is irony: it feigns belief while clearly marking the story as constructed, often mocking the naivety of those who share it without verification.
Where does the “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” meme come from?
The exact origin remains unclear, with no single source definitively identified. The earliest documented example dates to July 28, 2012, on Reddit, when user Robert_Hoduin posted "The Bus Knight." This post claimed a similar story had circulated on Facebook the previous day, though that earlier publication is unverifiable. The phrase spread across Tumblr and Facebook to label implausible narratives. A Tumblr blog named andthewholebusclapped, created in June 2015, collected these dubious stories, cementing the phrase’s use as a marker of fictional storytelling.
- 2012On July 28, Reddit user Robert_Hoduin posts "The Bus Knight," the first documented example.
How to use the “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” meme
- Add this phrase as a comment under a Facebook post boasting about a stranger's heroic deeds to highlight its improbability.
- Use it in a Reddit thread to mock a personal anecdote presented as a moment of collective glory.
- Include it in a private message to signal to a friend that their story seems too constructed to be authentic.
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The “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 74/100 · #3 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; And Then The Whole Bus Clapped comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare 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 10 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
And Then The Whole Bus Clapped meaning?
It is a sarcastic phrase indicating that an online story is likely fabricated or exaggerated, especially when it features unjustified collective admiration.
And Then The Whole Bus Clapped origin?
No single source is confirmed. The earliest dated example is a July 28, 2012 Reddit post by Robert_Hoduin, citing an unverifiable Facebook anecdote.
What does And Then The Whole Bus Clapped mean?
It is an ironic formula used to discredit overly perfect heroic tales, suggesting they are made up to provoke emotion.
Who is Robert_Hoduin?
He is a Reddit user who posted one of the earliest known examples of this anecdote in July 2012, though he is not the original author of the phrase.
How do I get the And Then The Whole Bus Clapped meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “And Then The Whole Bus Clapped” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the And Then The Whole Bus Clapped card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: That Happened · And Then The Whole Bus Clapped - Know Your Meme · Aqui No Ônibus Não Se Fala Em Outra Coisa / Não Se Fala Em Outra Coisa | Know Your Meme · checked on October 12, 2026.
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