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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Fail like a boss” is a common card of the Memes World series 76, number 22558 of the collection, and the 55th best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Fail like a boss” meme mean?
The phrase captures the gap between supreme confidence and a spectacular flop. Hélio declares his fearlessness, and what follows proves the opposite in a sequence as swift as it is clumsy. People use it to comment on a show-off's fall, a plan that goes wrong, or a confident demonstration followed by total disaster. The tone stays light: the scene is funny because the irony is immediate and nobody is shown as seriously hurt. “Fail like a boss” became a way to salute a memorable failure, one that is almost admired for the sheer commitment.
Where does the “Fail like a boss” meme come from?
The video, titled “Fail like a boss – EPIC,” was uploaded to YouTube on July 18, 2011 by user karpinremo. It was filmed on the Estrada Atlântica in Caldas da Rainha, Portugal, where Hélio Imaginário tries to ride down a road on a longboard. The same day it was posted on Reddit as “Hipster roll” and collected 931 upvotes. On July 19, an edited version highlighted the Nike logo on his shoe. On July 20, the video reached number 17 on Unruly Media's ViralVideoChart, and the site Cão Azul began selling t-shirts inspired by the scene. It passed one million views in three days, mostly in Portugal, Angola, Brazil and North America. Professional surfer Kelly Slater tweeted about it on July 28.
- July 18, 2011The video is uploaded to YouTube and posted on Reddit.
- July 19, 2011An edited version highlights the Nike logo on the shoe.
- July 20, 2011The video reaches number 17 on ViralVideoChart.
- July 28, 2011Kelly Slater tweets about the video.
How to use the “Fail like a boss” meme
- Comment on a show of confidence that goes wrong.
- Caption a dramatic tumble with “Fail like a boss.”
- Send the clip to a friend who swears they fear nothing.
- Gently tease a promise made with too much swagger.
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The “Fail like a boss” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 76 |
| Fame | 63/100 · #55 of 298 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Fail like a boss” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Fail like a boss comes out of the Memes World series 76 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
What is Fail Like a Boss?
It is a viral 2011 video in which Hélio Imaginário says he has no fear, then crashes on a longboard into a ditch.
Who is Hélio Imaginário?
He is the Portuguese longboarder in the video, which was filmed in Caldas da Rainha, Portugal.
When was the video posted?
It was uploaded to YouTube on July 18, 2011.
Was the video an advertisement?
Rumors of a viral marketing campaign circulated, but they were never confirmed.
How do I get the Fail like a boss meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Fail like a boss” is a common card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Fail like a boss card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Know Your Meme — Fail Like a Boss / Hélio Imaginário · checked on October 18, 2026.
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