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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Riyadh Life” is a common card of the Memes World series 76, number 22574 of the collection, and the 70th 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 “Riyadh Life” meme mean?
#RiyadhLife is used to show daily routines in a large Saudi city: commutes, meals, outings, relaxed moments. People post it to share a simple, familiar picture that differs from what foreign coverage usually shows. It also works as a plain label for that kind of content, so a “Riyadh Life video” means a small slice-of-life clip or street-level snapshot of the city. Its tone is deliberately low-key: the appeal lies in the plainness of the scenes rather than in any spectacle.
Where does the “Riyadh Life” meme come from?
According to Know Your Meme, a multimedia story called “Riyadh Life” appeared in Snapchat's “Our Story” section on April 17, 2015. It combined short videos and photos of the city, and the people behind it are not identified. On April 19, YouTuber English with Dan uploaded a compilation of the story, while travel site Destination Riyadh and social media consultant Jesse Wojdylo also mentioned it. On April 20, The Washington Post became the first major English-language outlet to cover the hashtag on Twitter, describing it as an effort to push back on stereotypes about the kingdom. Arab News and The Independent followed on April 21. Because Snapchat stories vanish, only clips reposted to Twitter and YouTube survived.
- April 17, 2015A “Riyadh Life” story appears in Snapchat's “Our Story” section.
- April 19, 2015English with Dan uploads a compilation of the story.
- April 20, 2015The Washington Post becomes the first major English-language outlet to cover the hashtag.
- April 21, 2015Arab News and The Independent pick up the story.
How to use the “Riyadh Life” meme
- Post a photo of your street or favorite café with #RiyadhLife.
- Share a short clip of a commute or a sunset over the city.
- Search the hashtag to see everyday scenes shared by people who live there.
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The “Riyadh Life” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 76 |
| Fame | 60/100 · #70 of 298 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Riyadh Life” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Riyadh Life comes out of the Memes World series 76 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 is Riyadh Life?
It is a hashtag, #RiyadhLife, that gathers photos and videos of everyday life in Riyadh. It began on Snapchat in April 2015.
When did #RiyadhLife start?
A “Riyadh Life” story appeared on Snapchat's “Our Story” on April 17, 2015, and was then reposted on Twitter and YouTube.
Who created Riyadh Life?
The creators of the original Snapchat story are not identified. Outlets such as English with Dan and The Washington Post helped spread it within days.
How do I get the Riyadh Life meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Riyadh Life” is a common 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 Riyadh Life card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Know Your Meme — Riyadh Life · checked on October 18, 2026.
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