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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Descriptive Noise” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20817 of the collection, and the 20th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Descriptive Noise” meme mean?
This humorous format exploits the gap between technical subtitle neutrality and visual scene context. It turns mundane contextual info into a visual punchline. Users enjoy isolating these sound descriptions outside their original frame, revealing redundancy, confusion, or sheer silliness when detached from the audio they represent.
Where does the “Descriptive Noise” meme come from?
The documented origin traces back to June 13, 2011, with the launch of a single-theme blog titled 'Descriptive Noise'. The first known post was a screenshot from a History Channel show featuring Larry the Cable Guy. The image showed Larry and five teens holding frogs, accompanied by the caption '[indistinct mumbling]'. This format parodies closed captions designed for non-dialogue sounds. While the original creator remains anonymous, the exact launch platform is not explicitly confirmed as Tumblr in primary sources, though the community quickly adopted this sharing style.
- 2011Launch of the Descriptive Noise blog with a Larry the Cable Guy scene capture.
How to use the “Descriptive Noise” meme
- Share a screenshot of a dramatic scene where a subtitle describes a trivial noise to create a comedic contrast.
- Use this format to react to a confusing conversation by adding an invented subtitle describing awkward silence.
- Integrate bracketed legends into your own video edits to highlight the absurdity of a silent situation.
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The “Descriptive Noise” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 81/100 · #20 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Descriptive Noise” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Descriptive Noise comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic 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 20 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 does descriptive noise meme mean?
It refers to screenshots of subtitles describing background sounds, used for their humorous or absurd out-of-context value.
Descriptive noise origin?
The meme comes from a blog created on June 13, 2011, using a scene from the History Channel with Larry the Cable Guy.
Who created descriptive noise?
The creator of the original blog remains unknown, but the format gained popularity through community shares.
How do I get the Descriptive Noise meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Descriptive Noise” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Descriptive Noise card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Laughs In Spanish · Know Your Meme · Does anybody else appreciate Judy's tail, in this scene, besides me? · checked on October 11, 2026.
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