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“smooooch ・∀・” meme: meaning, origin and common card

smooooch ・∀・ is an internet meme based on an animated music video for the rhythm game Beatmania IIDX.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “smooooch ・∀・” meme, 2008

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “smooooch ・∀・” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21758 of the collection, and the 120th 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 “smooooch ・∀・” meme mean?

This format conveys high energy, joy, and a playful otaku aesthetic. It is used to depict frenetic dancing, excessive happiness, or simply to share a colorful, fun vibe, often by swapping the original characters with references to other popular anime or game franchises.

Where does the “smooooch ・∀・” meme come from?

The track originates from the arcade game Beatmania IIDX 16 EMPRESS, composed by Japanese DJ kors k and released on November 19, 2008. The background graphic (BGA), created by illustrator Maya Takayama, features three princesses dancing to this fast-paced tune. The phenomenon gained traction on the Japanese platform Nico Nico Douga. A popular edit posted on December 7, 2008, marked a turning point by replacing the original princesses with Rin Kaenbyō from the Touhou Project series. This remix sparked a wave of fan art and parody videos on Nico Nico Douga and pixiv, transforming a simple game illustration into a global meme template.

  1. November 19, 2008Release of the track in the Beatmania IIDX 16 EMPRESS arcade version.
  2. December 7, 2008Publication of a popular edit replacing characters with Rin Kaenbyō.

How to use the “smooooch ・∀・” meme

  • Share a video of energetic dancing using the original clip as a soundtrack backdrop.
  • Remix the animation by replacing the princesses with characters from favorite games or anime.
  • Illustrate a moment of pure joy or intense celebration using the visual energy of the track.

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The “smooooch ・∀・” card in MyMemeCards

smooooch ・∀・ card
NumberNo. 21758
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 73
Fame65/100 · #120 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 73: 300 cards
  • Common20167%
  • Rare9933%

How to get the “smooooch ・∀・” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; smooooch ・∀・ comes out of the Memes World series 73 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

Smooooch meme origin?

The meme comes from an animated music video for the Beatmania IIDX game, created by artist Maya Takayama and widely shared on Nico Nico Douga.

Who is kors k?

kors k is a Japanese electronic music composer and arranger known for his work on the Beatmania IIDX and Touhou Project series.

Smooooch ・∀・ meaning?

The title mimics a kissing sound; the symbol ・∀・ is a Japanese emoticon expressing joy, with no official deeper meaning attached to the song.

How do I get the smooooch ・∀・ meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “smooooch ・∀・” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the smooooch ・∀・ card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: smooooch · beatmania IIDX 16 EMPRESS | KONAMI コナミアーケードゲーム製品・サービス情報サイト · ‎smooooch・∀・ - Song with Lyrics by Kors K · checked on October 15, 2026.

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