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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “I work, I earn, I spend” is a common card of the Memes FR pack, number 2101 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3503 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “I work, I earn, I spend” meme mean?
The chorus describes a loop: work to earn money, then spend it right away. It is sung with a resigned smile or with pride, depending on the mood. People quote it at the end of the month, after an impulse purchase or on payday, to say that income slips through the fingers. It also jokes about consumer society without any speech: the phrase is rhythmic, easy to remember and easy to sing along to.
Where does the “I work, I earn, I spend” meme come from?
The card presents the phrase as a line from an iconic song by Sarazah. Streaming platforms list a track called L’oseille credited to Sarazah, with a release dated 12 June 2026. The chorus “Je bosse, je gagne et je consomme” appears in the lyrics of a YouTube video of L’oseille from Albert Tawil’s channel. Internet users quote this chorus as a caption and a reaction, since its rhythm is easy to remember.
- 12 June 2026Release date listed for Sarazah’s track L’oseille on streaming platforms.
How to use the “I work, I earn, I spend” meme
- Sing the chorus on payday.
- Caption a shopping video after the salary arrives.
- Answer a friend who complains of being broke with the line.
- Use the sound on a video about a weekend of spending.
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The “I work, I earn, I spend” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 2101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3503 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @destructeurdebuffet |
How to get the “I work, I earn, I spend” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; I work, I earn, I spend comes out of the Memes FR pack 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
Who sings “Je bosse, je gagne et je consomme”?
The card credits Sarazah, with a track titled L’oseille on streaming platforms. The chorus also appears in a YouTube video of L’oseille from Albert Tawil’s channel.
What does l’oseille mean?
In French slang, l’oseille means money.
When should the line be used?
When talking about money earned and spent straight away, especially at the end of the month.
How do I get the I work, I earn, I spend meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “I work, I earn, I spend” is a common card of the Memes FR pack. 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 work, I earn, I spend card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
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