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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Rent is Too Damn High” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20876 of the collection, and the 66th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The Rent is Too Damn High” meme mean?
The image captures visceral frustration towards a cost or intensity deemed unjustified. By replacing "rent," users apply this exasperation to various domains like technology, prices, or daily life. The tone remains humorous yet conveys a universal sense of saturation against inflation or heightened demands.
Where does the “The Rent is Too Damn High” meme come from?
The phenomenon stems from the televised debate for the New York governorship on October 18, 2010. Jimmy McMillan, founder of the eponymous party, delivered his rallying cry during this event. Wearing black gloves and sporting a large mustache, he ended his speeches with this punchy phrase. The Daily Beast uploaded the clip to YouTube that same day, propelling the video to fame. It was quickly shared by Huffington Post and BuzzFeed. The specific meme format emerged later, turning the still into an Advice Animal macro. The first documented Reddit usage appeared on August 6, 2011, in r/gaming, cementing its place in internet culture.
- 2010Jimmy McMillan delivers his slogan during the televised debate on October 18.
- 2010The video is uploaded to YouTube by The Daily Beast and spreads rapidly.
- 2011First known Advice Animal macro published on Reddit in r/gaming on August 6.
How to use the “The Rent is Too Damn High” meme
- Replace rent with mouse sensitivity to criticize an overly aggressive settings adjustment.
- Express anger over constant price hikes in an inflationary context.
- Denounce the excessive intensity of a cultural trend or recent social phenomenon.
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The “The Rent is Too Damn High” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 79/100 · #66 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Rent is Too Damn High” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Rent is Too Damn High comes out of the Memes World series 70 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
Who is Jimmy McMillan?
He is an American politician who founded the Rent Is Too Damn High Party. He briefly gained media attention due to his repetitive slogan during a 2010 debate.
Why is this meme popular?
Its simple structure allows easy customization of frustration expression. The contrast between the serious image and trivial subject amplifies the absurd humor.
What is the exact origin of the photo?
It comes directly from the broadcast of the New York gubernatorial debate, aired on October 18, 2010, on major US networks.
How do I get the The Rent is Too Damn High meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Rent is Too Damn High” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. 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 Rent is Too Damn High card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Rent is Too Damn High / Jimmy McMillan · Jimmy McMillan "The Rent Is Too Damn High Party" :: NY Governor Candidate · Jokers wild in debate debacle (video) · checked on October 11, 2026.
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