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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Mom, Get the Camera!” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21219 of the collection, and the 210th 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 “Mom, Get the Camera!” meme mean?
The phrase conveys shock at an exceptional or unexpected performance. The player, stunned by their own success, orders their mother to film or witness the proof that it really happened. Today, it is used to highlight a blindingly good play or, ironically, a total and ridiculous failure. It is the battle cry of gaming chaos.
Where does the “Mom, Get the Camera!” meme come from?
This meme originates from a recorded session of *Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2*, uploaded to YouTube on June 29, 2011. The player, known as C8 Swap, executes a precise technical feat on the Highrise map. After performing a full 360-degree spin, he eliminates an opponent with a thrown knife. Immediately after this difficult move, he shouts “Mom, get the camera!” to ask his mother to come see or film his success. The original video was shared by multiple accounts, including JustAnotherCinema and BrightonsBigDay, creating slight ambiguity about the initial upload. The distinct audio of this reaction was quickly remixed by the community to accompany various clips of spectacular gameplay.
- 2011Upload of the original video on YouTube on June 29.
How to use the “Mom, Get the Camera!” meme
- Use this phrase when you land an impossible shot in an online match.
- Add the text as a caption for a video showing an absurd fall during a competition.
- Comment on a video montage where a character survives a desperate situation.
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The “Mom, Get the Camera!” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 71/100 · #210 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Mom, Get the Camera!” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Mom, Get the Camera! comes out of the Memes World series 71 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 is C8 Swap?
C8 Swap is the pseudonym of the Call of Duty player who said the famous phrase. He appears in the 2011 video played on the Highrise map.
Which video game is involved?
The meme comes from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The scene takes place specifically on the Highrise map during a multiplayer match.
Why say it to his mother?
The player wants his mother to come see his feat immediately or film the proof of his success. It is a spontaneous reaction of pride and surprise.
Is it a TV show?
No, it is strictly a screenshot of an online part broadcast on YouTube. No television show is involved in the origin of the clip.
How do I get the Mom, Get the Camera! meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Mom, Get the Camera!” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Mom, Get the Camera! card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Mom, Get the Camera! · Mom, Get the Camera! | Know Your Meme · Mom get the camera!! (Original) · checked on October 12, 2026.
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