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“I Have Drawn You” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

« I Have Drawn You » refers to a humorous format featuring poorly sketched portraits of celebrities or fictional characters.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “I Have Drawn You” meme, 2011

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “I Have Drawn You” is a rare card of the Memes World series 75, number 22456 of the collection, and the 38th 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 “I Have Drawn You” meme mean?

This meme expresses an absurd humor based on cognitive dissonance. It relies on the instant recognition of a famous face despite its grotesque or overly simplified representation. The emotion evoked is amused surprise: people laugh not at the victim, but at the mind’s ability to identify the icon despite technical flaws. It celebrates artistic imperfection as a vehicle for entertainment.

Where does the “I Have Drawn You” meme come from?

The exact origin of this specific meme remains unknown according to consulted sources. The reference sheet associated with this category indicates an unspecified year and place of creation. The project known as *Things I Have Drawn*, initiated by Tom Curtis to digitally transform drawings from his sons Dom and Al into realistic images while keeping their strange proportions, is a similar but distinct variant. No celebrity, initial platform, or precise date can be definitively attributed to the phrase « I Have Drawn You » as described in the card description. Available facts are limited to the lack of clear traceability.

How to use the “I Have Drawn You” meme

  • Share a poorly drawn portrait of a movie character to highlight its absurdity.
  • Use this image to comment on a situation where the real appearance differs radically from expectations.
  • Integrate this type of sketch into a conversation to illustrate simplicity facing perceived complexity.

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The “I Have Drawn You” card in MyMemeCards

I Have Drawn You / Things I Have Drawn card
NumberNo. 22456
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 75
Fame74/100 · #38 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 75: 300 cards
  • Common21371%
  • Rare5418%
  • Epic3110%
  • Legendary20.7%

How to get the “I Have Drawn You” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; I Have Drawn You comes out of the Memes World series 75 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

Who created the I Have Drawn You meme?

The original author is not definitely identified in accessible databases. The *Things I Have Drawn* project by Tom Curtis is often confused with it, but it is a different work centered on children.

What is Things I Have Drawn?

It is a digital art project created by Tom Curtis. He transforms the naive drawings of his sons into more detailed representations while preserving their disproportionate forms and unique charm.

Where does the I Have Drawn You meme come from?

The exact source is unknown. Available references indicate a vague origin, with no direct link to a documented viral video, show, or specific platform.

How do I get the I Have Drawn You meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “I Have Drawn You” is a rare card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the I Have Drawn You card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Alternate Universe - Know Your Meme · Crossover | Know Your Meme · Memes · checked on October 18, 2026.

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