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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “MIDI Animations” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21926 of the collection, and the 157th 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 “MIDI Animations” meme mean?
This format expresses fascination with perfect synchronization between sound and image. It evokes the technical virtuosity of the creator who orchestrates blocks to form letters or drawings. The dominant emotion is wonder at this retro and abstract aesthetic, often described as hypnotic by viewers.
Where does the “MIDI Animations” meme come from?
The documented origin traces back to Nico Nico Douga on October 31, 2007. A subscriber posted their first video using the Music Animation Machine (MAM) software. This scrolling sheet music received an immediate positive reception. In the following days, four other similar videos were uploaded and became very popular. The arrangements intentionally combined musical and graphical elements, including shapes, Japanese characters, and visually readable patterns. The author's name and the exact title of the first video remain unknown.
- October 31, 2007Publication of the first video on Nico Nico Douga using the Music Animation Machine.
How to use the “MIDI Animations” meme
- Share a video of colored blocks dancing to a classical piece to illustrate your focus.
- Use this meme to comment on the visual complexity of a synchronized musical performance.
- Highlight the hypnotic aspect of an animation generated automatically by a MIDI reader during a discussion about graphic design.
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The “MIDI Animations” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 61/100 · #157 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “MIDI Animations” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; MIDI Animations comes out of the Memes World series 74 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 are midi animations?
They are videos where a player transforms a MIDI file into a note animation. Each note becomes a colored block forming visual patterns.
Midi animations origin?
The phenomenon began on Nico Nico Douga in late October 2007 via the Music Animation Machine software. The source does not specify the exact name of the initial creator.
Who created midi animations?
The name of the author of the first video remains unknown according to available sources. Only the publication context on Nico Nico Douga is attested.
Midi animations meaning?
It refers to the rhythmic visualization of MIDI audio files. The goal is to create a hypnotic visual experience through blocks representing notes.
How do I get the MIDI Animations meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “MIDI Animations” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the MIDI Animations card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: "Pi" π/3.14 MILLION (3141592) ~ TheSuperMarioBros2 | Black MIDI · MAM MIDI Player on Nico Nico Douga · ニコニコ動画ではてブ数100users以上のものをまとめてみた · checked on October 15, 2026.
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