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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21698 of the collection, and the 31st 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 “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” meme mean?
The image conveys total detachment, often mocking cold institutional authority. It highlights the contrast between the gravity of an official declaration and its mundane delivery. Users employ it to express humor derived from rigid formality and lack of emotional reaction.
Where does the “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” meme come from?
Yam Ah Mee, director general of the People’s Association, acted as returning officer during Singapore’s 2011 General Elections. On May 7, 2011, around 11:58 PM, he announced results on live TV with absolute neutrality. The clip spread via YouTube remixes posted on May 8, 2011, such as the *Election Club Mix*. The original broadcast source remains unknown. His iconic phrase 'Pursuant to Section 49… I declare…' cemented his status as an icon of extreme seriousness.
- May 7, 2011Live broadcast of election results by Yam Ah Mee in Singapore.
- May 8, 2011Release of early vocal remixes on YouTube, quickly gaining hundreds of thousands of views.
How to use the “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” meme
- Use the image to comment on an official statement delivered without any visible emotion.
- Parody a character announcing dramatic news with a flat, detached tone.
- Illustrate a scenario where bureaucracy overrides natural human reaction.
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The “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire comes out of the Memes World series 73 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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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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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 Yam Ah Mee?
He is a Singaporean civil servant who gained fame as the returning officer for the 2011 elections due to his unique delivery style.
What does the Yam Ah Mee meme mean?
It represents humor about bureaucratic indifference, using his nasal voice and lack of facial expression to mock formal announcements.
Where does the Yam Ah Mee video come from?
It originates from the televised coverage of the Singapore General Election results on May 7, 2011.
Why did Yam Ah Mee go viral?
Internet users remixed his monotone voice into music tracks immediately after the election, creating a rapid online phenomenon.
How do I get the Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire” is a rare 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 Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Yam Ah Mee - Returning Officer Extraordinaire | Know Your Meme · 야마 미 · en.wikipedia.org › wiki › 2011_Singaporean_general2011 Singaporean general election - Wikipedia · checked on October 14, 2026.
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