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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Single Ladies Dance” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21548 of the collection, and the 241st 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 Single Ladies Dance” meme mean?
This meme expresses admiration for perfectly mastered dance performance or humor regarding clumsy attempts at reproduction. It highlights how a simple routine becomes a universal language, accessible to everyone from professionals to beginners, fostering a sense of collective participation.
Where does the “The Single Ladies Dance” meme come from?
The choreography, credited to Frank Gatson Jr. and JaQuel Knight, draws directly from Bob Fosse's "Mexican Breakfast" routine seen in The Ed Sullivan Show in 1969. The black-and-white clip drops in October 2008. Massive spread on YouTube triggers the trend. The November 15, 2008, Saturday Night Live sketch featuring Justin Timberlake and Paul Rudd marks a peak in humorous popularity. 2009 press notes this wave of online covers.
- 1969Bob Fosse creates the "Mexican Breakfast" routine presented by Gwen Verdon in The Ed Sullivan Show.
- October 2008Beyoncé releases the black-and-white clip with the Fosse-inspired choreography.
- November 15, 2008Saturday Night Live airs a major parody sketch involving Beyoncé and several actors.
How to use the “The Single Ladies Dance” meme
- Share a video of a child trying hard to nail the signature moves to illustrate a comedic effort.
- Use this reference to comment on someone faithfully reproducing a recent viral trend.
- Cite this example during an amateur dance contest to highlight the apparent simplicity but real difficulty.
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The “The Single Ladies Dance” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 67/100 · #241 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Single Ladies Dance” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Single Ladies Dance comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare 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 10 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
Where does single ladies dance come from?
The choreography is inspired by Bob Fosse's "Mexican Breakfast" routine created in 1969. It was adapted by Frank Gatson Jr. and JaQuel Knight for the 2008 clip.
Who did the single ladies dance?
Beyoncé performs the song and dance. The choreography is signed by Frank Gatson Jr. and JaQuel Knight, with direct inspiration from Bob Fosse.
Single ladies meme origin?
The phenomenon starts with the viral spread of the clip on YouTube in October 2008. The SNL sketch on November 15, 2008, amplifies its humorous fame.
How do I get the The Single Ladies Dance meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Single Ladies Dance” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. 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 Single Ladies Dance card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Decade In Music: Beyonce's 'Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It ... · Beyonce’s Single Ladies voted ‘Best Video of the Decade’ · Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It) - Wikipedia · checked on October 14, 2026.
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