Dragon Ball Memes
The Most Legendary Anime Internet Moments
Updated for 2026 • The Original Shonen Meme Engine
Dragon Ball is not just an anime franchise — it is one of the original engines of anime meme culture.
Quick Meme Snapshot
Core Viral Dragon Ball Meme Moments
01It's Over 9000 Scene
YouTube: It's Over 9000 English Dub
Classic English dub scene where Vegeta reacts to Goku’s power level.
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Context (Why It Happened)
Meme Spread Timeline
- • 1989 – English dub airs
- • 2006 – YouTube parody remixes spread
- • 2012 – Referenced across internet culture
- • 2025 – Still used in exaggeration jokes
Why It Works As A Meme
- • Simple setup
- • Exaggerated scream
- • Short clip length
- • Universally applicable
It's over 9000!
Common Captions
- "It's over 9000!"
- "My workload is over 9000."
- "My bills are over 9000."
Trend Status (2026)
02Super Saiyan First Transformation
YouTube: Turns Super Saiyan for the First Time
Goku transforms during his battle with Frieza.
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Context (Why It Happened)
Meme Spread Timeline
- • 1991 – Original Japanese broadcast
- • 2000s – AMV era remixes
- • 2015 – Used in nostalgia edits
- • 2025 – Still part of best anime lists
Why It Works As A Meme
- • Emotional trigger
- • Visual change
- • Long build-up
- • Recognizable music
I am the Super Saiyan.
Common Captions
- "I am the Super Saiyan."
- "Glow up complete."
- "Level unlocked."
Trend Status (2026)
03Goku Ultra Instinct Debut
YouTube: Achieves Ultra Instinct
Tournament of Power debut transformation.
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Context (Why It Happened)
Meme Spread Timeline
- • 2018 – Episode premieres globally
- • 2018 – Social media explodes with reaction videos
- • 2020 – Used in aura memes
- • 2025 – Still referenced in hype comparisons
Why It Works As A Meme
- • Modern animation
- • Silent build-up
- • Climactic soundtrack
- • Massive anticipation
This is Ultra Instinct.
Common Captions
- "This is Ultra Instinct."
- "When focus hits 100%."
- "Locked in mode."
Trend Status (2026)
04Goku Power-Up Scream Compilation
YouTube: Screaming Power Up Compilation
Compilation of Goku screaming during transformations.
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Context (Why It Happened)
Meme Spread Timeline
- • 1990s – Original broadcast era
- • 2006 – YouTube remix era
- • 2018 – Ultra Instinct comparisons
- • 2025 – Still used ironically
Why It Works As A Meme
- • Over-the-top duration
- • Instant recognition
- • Parody friendly
- • Audio-based humor
Charging for 3 episodes.
Common Captions
- "Charging for 3 episodes."
- "Still powering up."
- "WiFi loading mode."
Trend Status (2026)
Dragon Ball Meme Timeline
1989
Dragon Ball Z English dub introduces "Over 9000" line.
2006
YouTube era spreads parody edits and power-up scream remixes.
2018
Ultra Instinct episode crashes streaming platforms due to global demand.
2020–2025
TikTok and Shorts revive transformation and comparison memes.
Shareable Quotes
"It's over 9000!"
— Vegeta
Dragon Ball Z English Dub (Saiyan Saga)
Meme Context
Vegeta reacts to Goku’s power level reading, and the exaggerated English dub delivery turned the line into one of the earliest viral anime memes online.
Perfect For:
- • Power scaling jokes
- • Exaggeration memes
- • Gaming comparison posts
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"Kamehameha!"
— Goku
Multiple Series Installments
Meme Context
The signature energy attack shout is instantly recognizable and frequently used in parody edits and crossover memes.
Perfect For:
- • Throwing energy jokes
- • Dramatic action posts
- • Childhood nostalgia memes
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"I am the Super Saiyan, Son Goku!"
— Goku
Frieza Saga (DBZ)
Meme Context
Goku’s first Super Saiyan transformation became a defining anime transformation moment widely edited and remixed online.
Perfect For:
- • Glow-up memes
- • Transformation edits
- • Gym motivation
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"This is Ultra Instinct."
— Goku
Dragon Ball Super (Tournament of Power)
Meme Context
Ultra Instinct Goku’s debut episode in 2018 triggered global streaming demand and massive social media reaction videos.
Perfect For:
- • Aura edits
- • Sigma comparisons
- • Peak animation posts
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"This isn't even my final form!"
— Frieza
Frieza Saga
Meme Context
Frieza revealing he has more transformations left. A classic line used whenever someone is holding back their true potential or weirdness.
Perfect For:
- • Glow-up posts
- • Deceptive appearances
- • Project updates
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"And this... is to go even further beyond!"
— Goku
Buu Saga (SSJ3)
Meme Context
Goku screaming to transform into Super Saiyan 3. Represents going past your limits (or just screaming for a really long time).
Perfect For:
- • Gym PRs
- • Overworking
- • Extreme effort
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