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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21191 of the collection, and the 125th 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 “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” meme mean?
This meme refers to content that is earnestly sincere yet executed with such clumsiness that it becomes unintentionally funny. It captures the feeling of watching a well-meaning but technically flawed creation. The emotion is benevolent amusement at the gap between ambition and result. People use it to describe amateur projects, child performances, or any attempt at seriousness that fails due to lack of skill or resources, highlighting that good intentions do not guarantee quality.
Where does the “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” meme come from?
The music video "It’s Thanksgiving" was uploaded to YouTube on November 7, 2012. It features Nicole Westbrook, who was twelve years old at the time. The song was written and produced by Patrice Wilson, known for producing Rebecca Black's "Friday". Wilson also appears in the video. Directors Ian Hotchkiss and Chris Lowe are credited. The lyrics enthusiastically describe turkey and mashed potatoes. A turkey leg is used as a microphone. A man wears a turkey costume. The video states the date is November 28, 2012. However, Thanksgiving 2012 actually fell on November 22. This factual error drew attention. ABC News commented on the video on November 13, 2012. Westbrook was later invited to perform on Access Hollywood. The contrast between her serious delivery and heavy autotune created the buzz. Direct comparisons to "Friday" accelerated its spread. The meme formed around this awkward innocence and mismatched professional production.
- November 7, 2012Upload of the music video to YouTube.
- November 13, 2012Media commentary, including reports from ABC News.
How to use the “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” meme
- Share the video when someone expresses strong emotion with excessive gravity.
- Reference the clip to illustrate an amateur project with noble intentions but a ridiculous outcome.
- Use the turkey costume image to gently mock a poorly chosen festive outfit.
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The “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21191 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #125 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving" 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
What is the nicole westbrook thanksgiving meme?
It is a 2012 video of a young girl singing a song about Thanksgiving. The serious performance and absurd elements like the turkey leg make it a classic example of unintentional internet humor.
Who is patrice wilson thanksgiving?
Patrice Wilson is the producer of the song. He is best known for producing Rebecca Black's "Friday". He also appears in Nicole Westbrook's video.
Why is nicole westbrook thanksgiving funny?
The humor comes from the contrast between the artist's sincerity and technical awkwardness. Heavy autotune, the turkey costume, and the wrong date create an unintentionally comedic effect.
What was the real thanksgiving date in 2012?
Thanksgiving 2012 occurred on November 22. The video states November 28, which is a factual error often noted by viewers.
How do I get the Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving" meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving"” 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 Nicole Westbrook's "Thanksgiving" card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Rebecca Black, Meet Your Match: Introducing Nicole Westbrook with ‘It’s Thanksgiving’ | TIME.com · Nicole Westbrook: It's Thanksgiving (Music Video 2012) · Video 'It's Thanksgiving' By Nicole Westbrook Video Goes Viral: Worst Song Since Rebecca Black's 'Friday?' · checked on October 12, 2026.
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