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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Bernie Dance” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21193 of the collection, and the 125th 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 “Bernie Dance” meme mean?
The trend conveys pure silliness, carefree celebration, and self-deprecating humor. By completely relaxing the neck and letting arms swing limp like a puppet, performers deliberately throw away their dignity to entertain viewers. It represents total absurdity rather than a complex statement, frequently used to mark a funny achievement, amp up a casual party, or simply mimic being temporarily disconnected from physical coordination.
Where does the “Bernie Dance” meme come from?
The movement originates from the comedy film Weekend at Bernie’s II, released on July 9, 1993. In the story, actor Terry Kiser portrays Bernie Lomax, a deceased man who moves uncontrollably whenever audio plays following a voodoo spell. Its digital resurgence started on YouTube on March 4, 2009, when the bernietv1 channel posted Weekend At Bernie’s Dance, featuring rapper Tre-Doh dreaming of doing the routine. The craze spread further on July 14, 2009, after YouTube creator LHOTDOGSPT uploaded Moving like Berney, an edit showing multiple people dancing to a track by rapper ISA. A compilation of fan performances subsequently hit Reddit the following year.
- July 9, 1993Weekend at Bernie’s II hits theaters, showcasing Terry Kiser’s unique walking routine.
- March 4, 2009The YouTube channel bernietv1 shares Weekend At Bernie’s Dance featuring Tre-Doh.
- July 14, 2009LHOTDOGSPT posts the Moving like Berney compilation set to music by ISA.
How to use the “Bernie Dance” meme
- Celebrating a trivial victory by swinging limp arms and leaning backward in front of friends.
- Posting a party clip dancing like a loose marionette the moment a beat drops.
- Reacting to mental exhaustion by mimicking a walking ragdoll around the room.
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The “Bernie Dance” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #125 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Bernie Dance” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Bernie Dance 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
Where does the Bernie Dance come from?
It originates from the 1993 comedy Weekend at Bernie’s II, where the deceased character Bernie Lomax walks whenever music plays.
How do you do the Bernie Dance?
You tilt your head backward, loosen your neck, bend your knees, and let your arms flail around in a limp, uncoordinated fashion.
When did the Bernie Dance become an internet meme?
It began circulating in March 2009 with a video by Tre-Doh, followed by a popular community compilation uploaded in July 2009.
How do I get the Bernie Dance meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Bernie Dance” 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 Bernie Dance card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Bernie Dance · Weekend at Bernie's: See 11 Things You Never Knew About the '80s Comedy · The Bernie - BEST DANCE MOVES - Weebly · checked on October 12, 2026.
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