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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Black MIDI” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21428 of the collection, and the 72nd 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 “Black MIDI” meme mean?
This format showcases extreme technical mastery and the visual absurdity of computer-generated music. It reflects a fascination with organized chaos and raw digital performance, where readability is sacrificed for artistic impact.
Where does the “Black MIDI” meme come from?
The phenomenon emerged in the Japanese anime-video game community around 2009. The foundational video was uploaded on April 30, 2009, by Shirasagi Yukki @ Kuro Yuki Gohan on Nico Nico Douga. It remixed “U.N. Owen Was Her?” from Touhou Project. This work marks the first identified example. International spread began in February 2011 via YouTube through Kakakakaito1998. The style then expanded to the US and Europe. Creators, called “blackers,” compete on note quantity and visual complexity. It is a niche practice from forums and video platforms, unrelated to traditional television.
- 2009Upload of the foundational video by Shirasagi Yukki on Nico Nico Douga.
- 2011International spread initiated by Kakakakaito1998 on YouTube.
How to use the “Black MIDI” meme
- Share this video when debating the limits of computer-assisted music composition.
- Use this term to describe a video game track whose score defies human logic.
- Cite this example to show how technology enables audible visual chaos.
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The “Black MIDI” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 69/100 · #72 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Black MIDI” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Black MIDI comes out of the Memes World series 72 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
What is black midi?
It is a Japanese digital music genre where files contain so many notes that scores appear as black blocks. This results from a desire to maximize sonic and visual density.
Who invented black midi?
Shirasagi Yukki @ Kuro Yuki Gohan is credited with the first major work in April 2009. The term also refers to composers practicing this complex discipline.
Why is it called black midi?
The name comes from the visual effect of displaying thousands of simultaneous notes. On a piano roll or sheet music, they form an opaque black mass.
How do I get the Black MIDI meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Black MIDI” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Black MIDI card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Black MIDI - Wikipedia · Welcome to the Official Black... · Блэк-миди — Википедия · checked on October 13, 2026.
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