Ren - Animal Flow (Official Music Video) (Reaction) - First Time Hearing
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- Metalhead reacts to the song "Animal Flow (Official Music Video)" by REN
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Amazing breakdown! I've not heard a single reactor go into both Orwell's Animal Farm and Burgess's Clockwork Orange as intensely as you did. Even though I'm familiar with both, you went so much further than I thought to do and showed me a much deeper song than I initially listened too.
There is NOTHING superficial about Ren.
Thanks! I'm looking forward to seeing a lot more Ren reactions.
That means a lot-thank you! He’s one of those artists where every listen reveals something new, and digging into those deeper references just proves how intentional and brilliant his writing is.
Looking forward to diving into more of his tracks. Thanks for the support-more Ren reactions coming soon!
@@Bob_Will thank you so much for the deep dive. Ren deserves that and so much for. You are in for a real ride!
Thank you!
Love the review make sure you check REN’s Animal Flow acoustic live version it is worth checking out
Thank you. Once i finish with the comments section this evening, i will listen to the live version, appreciate the heads up.
Really intelligent reaction. It’s rarely mentioned, but Ren said it was also inspired by Lord of the Flies.
Thank you! That makes so much sense-Lord of the Flies definitely fits with the themes of chaos, survival, and human nature that Ren explores. Appreciate the insight!
Ultra violence, classical music ... and MILK! You can't forget the milk. And yes, Ren is a big fan of both George Orwell and Stanley Kubrick. Great reaction, thank you for sharing it with us!
Ah yes, i always wondered what a cold glass of Moloko Drencrom would taste like!!!! I was hoping to see a glass of milk in the video just for the sheer fun of explaining away the manequins in the milk bar.
Great reference catching!!💙💙💙
Thank you!
You know with Ren there is a process to avoid or dispute copyright strikes. There is someone to contact on his team
Ah! Yes, the Ren reactions are fine. It's another artists claim i'm having an issue with. Thanks for the heads up though, much appreciated.
Great reaction! Breaking down these paragraphs is not easy at all. Excellent, nothing to add; keep it up. Many surprises await you that we will enjoy together. Thank you
Really appreciate that!
Thanks for the support.
REN’s gonna REN
I enjoyed your breakdown. Thank you.
Thank you! I really appreciate that-glad you enjoyed the breakdown. More to come!
Great breakdown, and you immediately caught the clockwork orange and animal farm references. You should check out Diazepam or Fire next. As usual, they're completely different because that's just Ren.
Appreciate that! Diazepam and Fire are on my list.
Brilliant take on video. You caught so many of Rens references!
Thank you so much! Ren packs so many layers into his work and I try my best to catch as many as possible. Really appreciate the support!
Love that you got the references. Not many do
Mostly the younger generation do not catch most of the references. I am Gen X so, a lot doesn't get past me after years of seeing and hearing a lot of horror stories, both real or imagined.
Your analysis has earned a sub. I look forward to your Ren journey.
Thank you so much! Really appreciate the sub and your support. Excited to keep exploring Ren’s music-plenty more to come!
@@Bob_Will Illest of Our Time, Slaughterhouse, The Hunger, and Genesis are the ones I'd love to see you break down. Ren's open dialogue about his illness is inspirational as a person who is also chronically ill.
@gacchan Those all sound like solid picks-I’ve heard they really showcase Ren’s lyrical and storytelling abilities in different ways. His openness about his illness is inspiring and I can see why so many people connect with his music. I’ll definitely get to these soon-appreciate the recommendations!
❤ Thank you so much for the insight and references ❤ Truly enjoying your reactions ❤ Looking forward to the next Ren reaction ❤ Much Love ❤
Thank you so much!! Really appreciate that!
@Bob_Will You are so welcome!
That was excellent.
Yes! Animal Farm and Clockwork Orange!
Thank you.
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I would guess few got the references. Very very good explanation 👍
Thank you!
I enjoy your reactions. I learn new things and gain new perspectives ❤
That means a lot-thank you! ❤ I love the details and sharing different perspectives. Glad you're enjoying the journey!
Excellent breakdown!! Acoustic is amazing!
Thank you kindly!
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Keep up the good work
You are fast becoming a Renegade
Welcome aboard 🇬🇧
Thank you so much for the sub and the support! Really appreciate it. Fast becoming a Renegade, huh? Sounds like there's no turning back now-happy to be aboard!
Love your breakdown - thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Smart man; having no expectations with a Ren creation is always the best approach. And catching so many of the references, too.
Appreciate that! His work is full of layers, and catching the references is all part of the experience. Always something new to uncover! 🎶🔥
Great reaction ❤ Few reactors give this insights. His videos and lyrics have so many notes and layers. A lot to explore 🤯😄
What a great reaction! Ren has an incredible attention to detail and you picked up on so many nuances! Love it! Let’s go!❤️🔥✌🏻🫶🏻
Thank you so much!!
If you do murderer please do the video and the acoustic as a twofer, they are both fantastic and totally different vibes.👍🇺🇸🌵
Great suggestion! 👍 I’ll definitely plan to do Murderer as a twofer with both the video and acoustic version. Appreciate the recommendation!
Most excellent animal flow reaction I've seen. Thank you
Thank you. Much appreciated.
i’m here for the ramblings over ren 😂. great breakdown!
So - there’s so much you should check out but do the Big Push (Ren and his mates) doing black sabbath War pigs 😂😂 and I shot the sheriff / with the red suspenders - same gig busking. For some light relief 😂😂😂😘. Much more Ren please xx
Thank you so much for the recommendations! 😂 I’ve heard great things about The Big Push and their War Pigs cover, and I Shot the Sheriff (red suspenders version) sounds like a must-watch. Definitely up for some light relief in between the heavier Ren tracks! More Ren reactions are absolutely on the way-stay tuned! xx
Great reaction! So insightful!
But there is definitely a Stephen King reference with the The Shining
Watched it back a few times today and caught even more possible parrallels-Midsommar, V for Vendetta, Pan’s Labyrinth, and of course, The Matrix. Haven’t even started digging into 1984 yet…
As for The Shining, I can definitely see the parallels there-madness, primal instinct, violence, and those eerie nursery rhyme vibes all line up pretty well, but no direct reference that i can catch. Please share your thoughts.
@@Bob_Will the hallway with the animal on the tricycle gave me definite Shining vibes
There is also the scene with the guy in a an actual dog costume.
Fab detailed breakdown!
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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the breakdown! ❤️🌊⛵ Cheers!
Great breakdown reaction. If can suggest watch acoustic animal flow video it’s really great also love wellness to everyone ❤❤❤🫶
Thank you. Appreciate the recommendation.
Really great breakdown. I’ve subbed for more Ren
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the sub and your support. Plenty more Ren reactions to come-glad to have you along for the journey!
What kind of music do you want to hear from Ren next? I love your breakdowns. You’re doing an amazing job! So cool that you immediately got his main references for this piece and your perspective has depth and care. Thank you ❤
What kind of music do you want to hear from Ren next? - Everything!!! Thank you for the kind words.
I enjoyed your ramble! 🫶
Yay, thank you!
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Outstanding reaction and breakdown. I read Animal Farm years ago, still have the ppr back copy, slightly worn out from school days. Almost tempted to read it again. 🙂Actually just last year I did finally watch A Clockwork Orange and it just grossed me out. I put it off, then saw this video and pulled out my DVD, It was awful, kept having to remind myself it was a movie and likely mostly fiction. I didn't enjoy it, that's for sure. Except we all know that mental illness can vary, and some mental issues can be violent. Ren is amazing, thankfully in real life he is generous and kind, nothing like that sick character in the movie, and you are very astute and did a great job with the lyrics explaining things. Again great job! Thank you.
Thank you so much for the thoughtful comment! Animal Farm is definitely one of those books that sticks with you. As for A Clockwork Orange, I completely understand your reaction-it's a tough read & watch. Mental illness is indeed complex.
I really appreciate your kind words about the reaction and breakdown-it means a lot! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for being part of this journey!
I'm sure you know this already but his Lyme's disease can flair up when he gets stressed, which happened a few months back. His mental illness is associated with his disease. I like your breakdown of this song. May I suggest one of my favorite songs of his called "Pocket Full of Pain" from his first album Freckled Angels. There is no music video but it's lyrical genius.
Unfortunately, that’s the harsh reality of autoimmune issues (diseases) and conditions that trigger an autoimmune response are well known to flare up due to stress, pressure, and other factors. Speaking from 20 years of firsthand experience, I completely understand.
I’ve added Pocket Full of Pain to my spreadsheet!
Thanks for the support!
No apology necessary, I think the breaks were perfect. You had on topic things to say every time and that's all I ask.
Was it Ren videos that got blocked? Did anyone give you the direct form for Ren's TH-cam guy yet? We can't put outside links in comments but I have it on my Community Tab if you need it. Ethan said it's the best method, especially if disputes aren't working. He explicitly set it up so fans could give the information to reactors... YT just doesn't cooperate.
Thank you. I really appreciate the support.
No, it wasn’t a Ren video that got blocked-it was two videos for other artists. I’m currently working on getting the strikes removed.
Did you hear the pin hit the ground when he said pull out the pin? Makes a ting sound
I did not. I listened to it a few more times when i finished the video and didn't pick up on it. I'll have another listen before bed..
@ you can definitely hear it. Don’t get me wrong.. I didn’t ever hear it until another reactor mentioned it. You are incredible on picking up so much 1st listen
I would encourage you to react to the acoustic version. Its done in the back of a public bus.
That sounds like an interesting setting for an acoustic performance! The rawness of a live performance in a public space like a bus definitely adds a unique element. I’ll keep that in mind and check it out-thanks for the recommendation! 🎶🙌
Good man, reading the Wall edicts... then seeing that even they fell into breaking all the rules. Greed again.
Greed always finds a way to corrupt, no matter how noble the intentions start out. Classic case of power twisting ideology until it becomes the very thing it stood against.
@@Bob_Will I wanted so desperately to give multiple thumbs up, but alas, can't be done. So I will leave an invisible thumb or two here. 🙂 ♥ If people are able to live long enough to realize this, in most cases, the damage has already been done. I will be 76 years old this year, I don't think I will see anything change before my demise, but I will always hope. ~ Ada in Florida USA
Hey Bob!
Welcome to the unintended 'sequel' to Murderer. This was another very low budget video, maybe 150-200 quid/dollars, and another one take. It took several dozen tries to get it right, but they managed to get it just before sunrise on the last day. This video was filmed by Luke Flegg, one of Ren's friends, and part of his inner circle.
This was filmed on location in the same block as Hi Ren and Sick Boi, leading to the street where Ren and his buddies busk much in the streets of Brighton.
The primary motivation and reference behind the song is the 1945, post-World War II, novella by George Orwell, same author as 1984 and other proto-cyberpunk/science fiction works. Animal Farm is a commentary on the condition of societies from already tyrannical societies going through a seemingly egalitarian transformation to returning to a tyrannical society. I highly recommend reading the original 1945 version as it is quite striking, intense, and prophetic.
The 7 Laws/Commandments of the 'Animal Farm':
Whatever goes upon two legs is an enemy.
Whatever goes upon four legs, or has wings, is a friend.
No animal shall wear clothes.
No animal shall sleep in a bed.
No animal shall drink alcohol.
No animal shall kill any other animal.
All animals are equal.
The intention behind almost every actor is a direct reference to the anthropomorphic animals in the novella.
Joe Flack (the gentleman tied up next to Napoleon, the Pig) is the only human besides Ren in the video. He represents the basis of humanity and simultaneously the systems of loss and gain by society through tyranny and oppression.
Ren's overall look was influenced by multiple sources, primarily a human-like representation of Napoleon, the leader of the Animal Farm, the primary villains in 'A Clockwork Orange' by Stanley Kubrick from 1971, and the visual look of Willy Wonka from 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' original 1971 film.
The two gentleman playing poker against the wall as the camera pans around is a direct reference to the famous painter Cassius Marcellus Coolidge called 'Dogs Playing Poker' from his 1903-1910 series of paintings called 'A Friend In Need'. The paintings, depicting actual animals doing human things, is a Post-Impressionist satirical look at the ludicrous nature of wealthy humans in a post-Edwardian/Victorian time.
The girls in the first scatting area, in the bathtub, referencing the Creature from the 'Creature from the Black Lagoon' film from 1954 and representative of Toady from 'Wind in the Willows' film from 2006.
The bird girl on the bicycle is a direct reference to Stanley Kubrick's 1980 film 'The Shining' as the son Danny in the film rides a bicycle to witness twin girls suddenly appear and create an intense sense of creepy foreboding for the following scenes that proceed it.
The roaring lion is actually meant to be a cheeky reference to the Lions of Lion King, as if to refer to how power is simultaneously inherited and taken.
The girls who take Ren down the hallway as he makes direct references to J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings' is another reference to the inherent sexualised and alluring nature of power, which is why they are all wearing scandalous clothing and appear to be in 'sexy' movements and postures.
The Lamb being led to slaughter is a reference to Animal Farm, Charlotte's Web (1973), and the industrialised slaughter of animals for human consumption.
The Gorilla is literally just a time filler to distract the viewer while they set up the ending, but I think why the distraction is a Gorilla is actually Ren's signification of how closely related to apes that humans are. The manic and frantic movements indicative of how we basically flail and shriek in most attempts to exist because we don't really take a moment to contemplate what is next. We simply 'go'.
"Yes, I will be waging war on the capital. Yes, I will burn the Houses of Parliament down, cause hypocrites burn quite easily, wow. Burn and pillage it all to the ground. Your illegitimate king lost his crown." is actually two references: one to what he would intend to do if he was the 'Cannibal King' and the other is to the Money Game trilogy, Crucify Your Culture, and, now, Money Ties, all of Ren's songs directly correlating to the greed and hypocrisy of humanity when it comes to homogeneity.
It truly is an intricate web of layered thoughts and a fantastic representation of his sick 'flow'.
I recommend checking out 'Losing It', then Genesis, then the acoustic versions of 'Murderer', 'Animal Flow', and 'Genesis'.
As always, much peace and love to you darling. ^^
Interesting breakdown of REN's "Animal Flow." You've done an excellent job connecting various cultural references to the song's themes, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding its potential meanings and commentary on societal structures. It would be great to have any links to Ren discussing the meanings behind the song to further validate these interpretations. Your analysis is both compelling and plausible based on the information provided. Artistic works indeed often invite diverse interpretations and your insights add significant depth to the discussion. Thank you.
Losing It, Genesis & Murderer are indeed on my list.
@@Bob_Will I certainly can find his livestream from release of Animal Flow, but it is inherent to the content of every step. Luke, the director of the piece, also spoke out on his own media about this one. The RENegades have helped me collect this data over the years.
Some of it is definitely artistic interpretation but a lot of it is directly from those involved.
I appreciate you and I strive to bring context and a deeper understanding of the meanings inherent to Ren's work. He's never made a track that didn't have some layered aspects to it. The man just always somehow injects double, triple, and quadruple entendres into every single word, line, verse, and song.
His most complex song from his new third album releasing soon, Slaughter House, is so complex that I had to create a Google Doc just going over every single reference, inference, and piece of background data because it's just so much.
Ren proves constantly that he is truly a legendary bard, a proper performer, a brilliance that shines like a pulsar in the darkness of space.
I'm sure if I don't find it soon, a RENegade can find it for us.
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