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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Obama out” is an epic card of the Memes World series 76, number 22640 of the collection, and the 91st best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Obama out” meme mean?
This meme expresses the clean closure of a situation, exchange, or period. It conveys the idea of an elegant departure, an assertion without room for reply, or humorous resignation to an obvious truth. The dominant emotion is relief mixed with confidence: you put down your weapons (or the mic) because everything has been said. It also marks exhaustion regarding futile arguments, signaling that the discussion is no longer valid.
Where does the “Obama out” meme come from?
The meme originates from President Barack Obama’s performance at the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, held at the Washington Hilton on April 30, 2016. This was his eighth and final participation in this satirical event. At the conclusion of his speech, the US President says: “And with that, I just have two more words to say: Obama out.” Immediately after, he intentionally drops his microphone on the table, performing a gesture known as a “mic drop.” This visual action, paired with the verbal formula, is captured by cameras and distributed via the White House Archives. Although the exact platform that launched its online virality remains unidentified in reliable sources, the image and quote quickly became a cultural standard to illustrate a definitive and controlled exit.
- April 30, 2016Barack Obama performs the mic drop gesture and utters the cult phrase during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
How to use the “Obama out” meme
- Use this image when you have just given an explanation so obvious that there is nothing left to add.
- Employ the GIF to signal the immediate end of a toxic or endless conversation on social media.
- Quote the phrase “Obama out” to officially announce your retirement from an abandoned project or sports competition.
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The “Obama out” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 76 |
| Fame | 50/100 · #91 of 298 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @avengedseb |
How to get the “Obama out” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Obama out comes out of the Memes World series 76 as an epic 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 20 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 does Obama out mean?
The phrase literally means Barack Obama is leaving or that his speech is over. In common meme usage, it marks a definitive, punchy, and often humorous end to a situation or debate.
When did Obama say Obama out?
The US President uttered this phrase on April 30, 2016, during his final speech at the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington.
Where does the Obama out meme come from?
It comes from the official video of Barack Obama’s speech in April 2016, where he drops his mic after announcing his exit. The gesture, combined with the phrase, went viral as a symbol of final discussion closure.
Is Obama out real or fake?
The scene is real. It was filmed and archived by the White House during the annual media event on April 30, 2016. It is not a fictional staging but an authentic moment from his presidency.
How do I get the Obama out meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Obama out” is an epic card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Obama out card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Obama Drops Mic and 9 Other Highlights From the White House Correspondents' Dinner · Remarks by the President at the White House ... · President Obama Speaks at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner · checked on October 19, 2026.
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