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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Nyan Nyan” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21097 of the collection, and the 55th 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 “Nyan Nyan” meme mean?
The audio sequence captures lighthearted playfulness, cuteness, and catchy absurdity. Internet users employ it primarily as an earworm soundtrack for energetic animations, rhythm edits, and dance parodies designed to generate an upbeat, entertaining atmosphere.
Where does the “Nyan Nyan” meme come from?
The meme originated from an advance broadcast of Macross Frontier on December 23, 2007. During an exchange with Alto Saotome, character Ranka Lee performs an animated routine singing the commercial jingle for her workplace, the Chinese space eatery named Nyan-Nyan. The catchy tune, tied to the piece “Chōjikū Hanten Nyan-Nyan,” quickly captured web viewers’ attention. A looped version lasting roughly ten minutes surfaced online on December 25, 2007. Shortly afterward, on December 30, 2007, an excerpt spotlighting the dance was uploaded to YouTube by user Amarix, prompting numerous remixers to craft creative variations.
- December 23, 2007The sequence first airs during the preview version of the debut episode of Macross Frontier.
- December 25, 2007A ten-minute audio-video loop of the performance appears on the web.
- December 30, 2007User Amarix uploads the dance clip onto YouTube, sparking broad online parody interest.
How to use the “Nyan Nyan” meme
- Scoring an animated loop with an undeniably catchy background beat.
- Recreating the signature restaurant dance movements with different fictional characters.
- Producing an electronic music remix centered around the recurring vocal phrase.
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The “Nyan Nyan” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 73/100 · #55 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Nyan Nyan” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Nyan Nyan 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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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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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 source of the Nyan Nyan meme?
It originates from a fictional commercial sung by Ranka Lee in the 2007 anime Macross Frontier. She performs the jingle to advertise a Chinese restaurant.
What does Nyan Nyan refer to here?
In the anime, it is written as 娘々 and serves as the brand name of the restaurant where Ranka works part-time.
Who performs the original animated routine?
The character Ranka Lee sings and dances the short sequence while conversing with Alto Saotome.
How do I get the Nyan Nyan meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Nyan Nyan” 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 Nyan Nyan card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Nyan Nyan - Know Your Meme · THE GREAT MACROSS REWATCH 6 – TRANSFORMATION · Nyan-Nyan | Macross Wiki - Fandom · checked on October 12, 2026.
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