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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21383 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 “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” meme mean?
The work completely inverts the original tone. Where the address aimed to inspire terror and absolute authority, the remix produces a festive and absurd atmosphere. The dominant emotion is irony: it mocks bellicose rhetoric by emptying it of substance through musical humor. Users employ it to ridicule authoritarian discourses or create humorous, off-beat montages, turning political gravity into lightness.
Where does the “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” meme come from?
The initial source is a televised speech delivered by Muammar Gaddafi on February 22, 2011, during the Libyan uprising. In this intervention, the leader threatened to reconquer contested areas house by house and alley by alley. The creator of the meme is Noy Alooshe, an Israeli journalist and musician. He cut the voice and images from the address, applied Auto-Tune, and overlaid them with the music from Pitbull’s “Hey Baby” featuring T-Pain. The video was uploaded to YouTube in early February 2011. The term “Zenga Zenga” comes from the Libyan Arabic word “zanqa,” meaning “alley.” This remix spread massively on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, notably reaching Libyan opponents who used this satire as a media weapon against the regime.
- February 22, 2011Broadcast of Muammar Gaddafi's threatening speech during the Libyan uprising.
- February 23, 2011Likely publication of the first autotuned remix by Noy Alooshe on YouTube.
How to use the “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” meme
- Use this montage to poke fun at a political debate that has descended into verbal chaos.
- Include this clip in a compilation of absurd moments to entertain your followers.
- Reference this when you want to highlight the contrast between a serious threat and a ridiculous reality.
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The “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 69/100 · #72 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
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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 Zenga Zenga mean?
It is a phonetic transcription of the Libyan Arabic word "zanqa," which literally means "alley" or "passage." This term appears repeatedly in Gaddafi's original speech regarding his threats to clear rebel neighborhoods.
Who made the Gaddafi Zenga Zenga remix?
The remix was created by Noy Alooshe, an Israeli journalist and musician. He took the footage and audio from the official speech and synchronized them with Pitbull's song "Hey Baby."
Where does the Zenga Zenga meme come from?
It originates from a televised speech by Muammar Gaddafi broadcast on February 22, 2011. The Libyan leader promised to drive out opponents alley by alley, a phrase that became iconic after its satirical musical treatment.
How do I get the Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga” 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 Gaddafi’s Speech / Zenga Zenga card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Zenga Zenga - Wikipedia · Kadhafi fait un tabac sur YouTube grâce à un spot musical ... · Qaddafi YouTube Spoof by Israeli Gets Arab Fans - ny times · checked on October 13, 2026.
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