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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Ostrich Dance” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22142 of the collection, and the 53rd 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 “The Ostrich Dance” meme mean?
This meme expresses absurdity and assumed ridiculousness. By transforming into a strange creature, the person plays on total relaxation and physical humor. It is an invitation to let go, not take oneself seriously, and share a moment of collective madness via short, repetitive formats.
Where does the “The Ostrich Dance” meme come from?
The practice dates back to a YouTube video titled "The Sweatshirt Dance," uploaded by SydandJord123 on August 6, 2010. The concept involves pulling legs through a hoodie's sleeves. Mass diffusion as a meme began in September 2013 on Vine and Tumblr. A key video by Brenton Thurman, filmed on a pool table, circulated massively, reaching over 1.4 million views in two months. The comedic appearance resembling an ostrich gave the phenomenon its name.
- 2010Upload of the original "The Sweatshirt Dance" video on YouTube by SydandJord123.
- September 2013Explosion of the meme on Vine and Tumblr, driven by short videos like Brenton Thurman's.
How to use the “The Ostrich Dance” meme
- Pull a loose sweatshirt over your legs to mimic an ostrich during a party with friends.
- Post a GIF of your failed attempt on your social media to make your community laugh.
- Use this format to illustrate a moment of disorganization or chaos in your day.
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The “The Ostrich Dance” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 64/100 · #53 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Ostrich Dance” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Ostrich Dance comes out of the Memes World series 74 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 does the ostrich dance mean?
It is a challenge consisting of pulling a sweatshirt over your legs to look like an ostrich, then dancing awkwardly.
The ostrich dance origin?
The meme traces its roots to a 2010 YouTube video but exploded on social media in September 2013.
Who is brenton thurman meme?
Brenton Thurman is the creator of a viral Vine video in 2013 that significantly contributed to popularizing this absurd dance.
How do I get the The Ostrich Dance meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Ostrich Dance” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The Ostrich Dance card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Ostrich Dance · Ostrich Dance · The ostrich egg dance · checked on October 16, 2026.
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