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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “It's Something” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20824 of the collection, and the 37th 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 “It's Something” meme mean?
The image conveys a bitter compromise: the situation is not ideal, bordering on failure, yet offers a small consolation. It is used to say, essentially, 'it’s not good, but it’s something.' It captures the attitude of someone who lost big but consoles themselves with a ridiculous prize. This marks the end of debate and passive acceptance of a lesser evil.
Where does the “It's Something” meme come from?
The character comes from a Spanish humorous strip published on Cuánto Cabrón on December 13, 2010. The work is titled *Algo es algo* and references the TV show *Pasapalabra*. A contestant named Fernando loses his financial winnings during the game. The host announces a final reward anyway. It turns out to be merely a board game derived from the show. The hero shrugs in the last panel to illustrate his disappointment tempered by this symbolic consolation. Although often attributed to Tumblr blogger rcdb, the original post has vanished. The first documented trace remains the Spanish site from late 2010. Distribution later occurred via Taringa! in February 2011, then on Facebook and FunnyJunk.
- 2010Publication of the original comic strip on Cuánto Cabrón on December 13.
- 2011Documented distribution on the Argentine platform Taringa! in February.
How to use the “It's Something” meme
- Use the image when receiving a disappointing but functional gift.
- Respond to harsh criticism by noting you avoided the worst outcome.
- Comment on a mediocre but salvaging sports or professional result.
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The “It's Something” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 80/100 · #37 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “It's Something” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; It's Something 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 it's something meme mean?
It refers to a Spanish shrug expressing resigned acceptance of a disappointing but non-zero outcome.
It's something origin?
The strip originates from Cuánto Cabrón on December 13, 2010, inspired by the show Pasapalabra.
Who is Fernando pasapalabra meme?
He is a fictional contestant in the comic who loses his money and receives a board game as consolation.
Is it's something meme real?
The meme is real and documented since late 2010 on Spanish and Argentine humor sites.
How do I get the It's Something meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “It's Something” 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 It's Something card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: knowyourmeme.com · memes · its-somethingIt's Something - Know Your Meme · It's Something Meme Explained: Origin, Meaning, History · Know Your Meme · checked on October 11, 2026.
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