As always, spot on. The visuals are a big part of the deal. They are an artist collective that started Die Antwoord as a project and it hit correct and allowed them to achieve their artistic goals so it has become their expression. The first time I listened to 'Enter the Ninja' I hated it from the jump. Yo Landi's singing didn't connect with me either. But then he came in with "I'm a motherfuckin' Ninja" and I stopped the video and had to gather myself. Oh, they are self aware. got it. and then it was a ride. In this video the visuals are because they are working with a famous South African photographer who captured street level life for South Africans. Thats what Zef is, it is the common scumbag wealth culture that is an outgrowth of the racial and economic divide that was Apartheid and then post-Apartheid South Africa. As mentioned elsewhere fink is think because it is Afrikaans. As Die Antwoord is The Answer Dave Letterman had them on to perform this song. The visuals they presented for that performance and not the scumbag ones they present here, but they left Letterman basically speechless. He didn't have a contest to comment on them and it is Wonderfull.
They are also part of the handful of celebrities that believe in chaos magick. That's why there is a lot of all black or all white or some of both in there videos.
@@mimseydemon1844 What did they steal from the street kids Tokkie his sister Meisie and Jemile? Oh that's right they legally adopted them so they could have a better life. They have given back a lot to South Africa over the years. What have you done?
Just wait til you list to Zheani - the question. Ninja groomed and trafficked her in 2013 and can’t do anything to deny it expect lie with no evidence.
My first one was Ugly Boy. There is a choreography group out there that did Baby's on Fire and it is awesome but they took it down. I can find it on Russian youtube tho. It's been awhile maybe they'll have it up again. It's the one with "Unity Diveristy" in the background of the studio.
It is art. I'm an opera aficionado and I'm also a huge fan of Die Antwoord. It's meant to be disturbing and hypnotic. Also, she's shifting between English and Afrikaans. I also will not eat in that kitchen.
If you like opera & weirdness I have a very old underground band for you… Die Form… they’ve been making music since the 80’s… look up phenomena of visitation 3 first… Most of their music is experimental, but when they do opera mixes its life changing…have fun!
Mr. Boyd, dude! My wife and I (shout out from Catherine herself too) love your reactions sir! Much love and respect all the way from South Africa 🇿🇦🤘🏻💯 As mentioned, we are South African, and Yolandi Visser is singing / rapping in two different languages - those being both English and one of our native languages which is Afrikaans.
Die Antwoord are a South African Rap Rave group where the more you listen the more you release they rap/sing in mainly just English and Afrikaans but they sometimes bring other languages into it seeming as though in South Africa there's 11 national languages to choose from
The rats are because the used to be so poor, they have stories about rats waking them up running over the beds. They put a lot of rat symbology into their early work as as reference to how far they came.
Your love for all kinds of art is immaculate, and your composure and reactions are legendary, my guy! YOU have an amazing day, and enjoy it thoroughly, good sir!
I've been a huge fan since I found them in 2011. Listen to all of their songs, EXCEPT Pitbull. Cookie Thumper, Fatty Boom Boom, Baby's on Fire, so many good ones!
Why not pitbull? Why not? Why any number of gangsta rap songs and not Pitbull? It's like, "yeah, Die Antwoord is real weird and their videos are just artful posing" but I bet you listen to some proper, real, thug rap. Like, guys that didn't even get shot at an intersection for making slightly more money than some other person. You'll talk about respect and whatever bullshit honor you think you know... Fact of the matter is, you just shot Black Elvis in the face, and you ain't nothing special.
They are performance/musical artists, they bring you into a world you never imagined. I love that they sing/rap seamlessly between English and Afrikaans.
They do short films as well, hence the acting in their videos. "Fatty Boom Boom" is a must. I love that you have discovered Die Antwoord. I'm a metal head myself, but I love music!
Ive always considered 'umshimi wam' to be a masterpiece of a short film. A beautifully shot and directed spoof of suburban gangster wannabes or perhaps themselves
@@jonhoge153 The director, Harmony Korine is definitely a genius. His film Gummo is one of my all time favorites, but the short Umshimi Wam is great too.
Lmao, omg I absolutely love watching your facial expressions to their videos. So much confusion, disgust and the look of wanting to call for help 😂😂😂😂😂 I laughed so much during this!!
Their name translated to English is "The Answer", and they were never shy in giving their answer, their ethics and ideas, for all to ponder... extremely entertaining duo...talent in abundance, as well.
You hit the nail on the head. Die (pronounced dee) Antwoord is definitely an experience. The combination of racial and socioeconomic issues in South Africa come out in their craft. I think there is something visceral in their work. Love your reaction!
Crackin me up. This is how me and my husband were when we first heard this years ago. Like what in the world are we watching and it’s like a train wreck you can’t look away from. 🤣😂 cookiethumper is our all time favorite.
Part of the thing is understanding it's not American, it's South African, so you just got to sit back and take in the cultural differance. Their art style is highly crafted. Not just the music but the imagery as well. I found them a number of years back and I was just blown away at how original and fresh. It's completely unique. It's really easy to get lost in the rabbit hole of binge watching their stuff. My personal fav are "fat faded f*** face" and "alien"
I fink watching the vid for "beat boy" will help get the idea behind their "gimmick". (you won't find it on their official channel) I fink they're geniuses, really.
It's most definitely performance art. Before die antwoord was formed, the same members had a sort of performance where ninja was in a business suit like a rapping motivational speaker or something. I cant remember what they called themselves then. They call this new style 'zef' and if i believe its slang for and/or a representation of dirty inner-city street life in South africa.
They also did The Constructus Corporation. Zef is an old slang term and it comes from the Ford Zephyr, a car that poor folks would get and then soup up with aftermarket parts. Zef is a lot grimier than Die Antword, a lot more Bogan. It's what coal miners would put their money in.
I found Die Antwoord about 2 years ago? RUclips algorithm...I was checking out Viking Folk Metal (yeah, it's a thing). Normally I'm not a 'rap' guy...but this sort of bridges the gap between rap and dance. I also absolutely LOVE their little 'video's that they make. They are both true artists, interested in creating art their own way to express their own life. .. Oh, and FYI, both Ninja and Yolandi had major parts in the movie "Chappie", by Blomkaumph (?). That's where I recognized them from when I first found out "Hey...these two are musicians...not actors! WTF?!?" LOL! :) Well, apparently, their both.
Watch the movie Chappie. It sort of gives an incite into their culture and context when they do the street scenes, clothing etc. Both the singers are actors in the movie. Check it out it's actually pretty damn good.
They are definitely an entertaining experience. If they are "The Answer" (Die Antwoord) you ask yourself WTH was the question. Yolandi and Ninja also star in the 2015 SciFi movie "Chappie". "Fatty Boom Boom" is definitely a swipe at Lady Gaga and American music industry.
I love watching Americans reckon with non-British post colonialism.. the art is different, the racism is different, the acceptance is different, the collaboration is different.
You sir, are a gem on this platform. Your kindness and openness is always there in your reviews. Sure, you're confused AF rightfully so but you ALWAYS are such a gentleman, convey how you feel politely without just shutting down the video. You're a dying breed of mankind. Stay awesome and sending love.
Do they "portray" it by stealing from people who are actually poor and suffering? Because Ninja was born rich and went to a private school. They're lying to you. They're predatory frauds who use and abuse people.
Ha-ha! You had me chuckling at times. I appreciate your open mindedness, and yes, their singing with their visuals is the definition of performance art and there's nothing negative about that, in fact, it's a compliment.
@mrlboyd reacts FYI this band have been removed from the line ups of several music festivals due to numerous allegations of racism, homophobia (including physical assault) and sexual assault.
I had the opportunity to see them live, I’ve been to hundreds of shows of different bands over the years. This was an experience and one of my favorite of all time. Got to get over the initial shock first.
I was really looking forward to this one. This song was my first experience with Die Antwoord and we thought it was amazing, albeit a bit disturbing visually. Though, that is the point. My friends and I were playing a game with simple rules, we bring the oddest RUclips video and we watch them before our night shift. We would decide a winner and then y’all about the videos to get through the shift. The night my friend brought this song as her entry, she won without contest! 😂
Can't wait for "Baby's On Fire," it's a more straightforward, and still amazing, video, and amazing song, separately and together. And "Fatty Boom Boom," and "Ugly Boy"... I just wanted to add to the chorus 😀
You gotta do Fatty Boom Boom. And your reaction is epic 😂. I’ve watched so many of your reactions and this one is hilarious. Also yes they are bilingual in 3 languages and rap in all 3. English French and Afrikaans. They are very South African. Zeff style.
Die Antwoord scared the crap out of me when I first heard them and then, wham, love. Same as Eminem back in the day and Nick Cave too. Everything that pushes the envelope gives us a chance to grow, pry open the mind and see the equivalent of a new color. Love this band.
They go for the visual shock value, the unusual and strange- but the social state of South Africa is what raised this group. Personally, I interpret it as "I am calling you out on being freaky because I like that you're freaky".
I used to love them. They’re canceled in my book now. Video evidence of then making fake abuse allegations is just the start. Then there was the whole Zheani situation. You should see HER video “The Question”.
I think you get with what’s the appeal of Die Antwoord. The music by itself is fire. The art design by itself is amazing. Combined together it’s like 1+1=5. Everything you see and hear is deliberate to cause an emotional response. Do all emotions feel good? Nope. Are all emotions valid? Yes. This is a master class in performance art.
Wow! YES Props for not only playing them in the first place, but for recognizing that it is indeed performance art. Their thing was shock value,and the lowest common demomonater. A skill that ninja appropriated from his friends Johnny Depp Jack Black and Marilyn Manson among others many of whom appear in the ugly boy video. Also she is saying Fink instead of think because in South African number gangs they knock their own front teeth out, and so they have trouble with the th sound, the art is by a South African artist named Rodger ballen and this video was filmed in an actual slum,all the extras lived there.
Hey bro, they were in a film called Chappie. It's a real good watch, you should review the film. It's really good. Love the reaction you give too these guys. Also if you want a good reaction check out the band slaughter to prevail.
Its a love story... shes nuts, and found someone nuttyer then her... and they fell in love.. and made music and art together. for a short time. Best stuff to hit humanity in decades.
Hahaha. I'm not going to read through all the comments till I see someone mentioned Afrikaans. And whatever else they are doing. I totally agree with you. It's art from the get go. I really love this era. I d your reactions,or I wouldn't keep watching the.
I had never heard of them until Chappie and i got hooked on them. Then i started going back and checkinf out their older stuff and loved it. I was so happy i got to see them in concert a couple years ago for possibly their last tour and would love to go again
Fatty Boom Boom is their trippiest video. It also takes a ton of shots at modern rap stars and they go especially hard on Lady Gaga. It’s a must watch.
Yes, they’re weird and different and that’s why I like them. I would recommend you check out “Banana Brain” next by them. Great reaction 🙋🏻♀️👍🏼👏🏼🙌🏼💜🇨🇦
born and raised South African. Everything is an experience. Travel, absorb. See Johannesburg. See Tripoli, Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Tibet, Bangkok. not from your chair. buy a ticket. Youll be amazed
one of the small boys in the video, tokkie, recently came out with his experience with die antwoord and how they adopted him and raised him terribly :( it’s on youtube uploaded yesterday and i suggest giving it a watch. these are not good people even if they are visually and musically interesting.
I swear to god this is exactly how my husband and I reacted when we came across them. And now we have fallen into the trap and jam to some of their songs.
I’m extremely surprised with the amount of people in the comments supporting them after everything they’ve done. Really love your videos, but ask that you consider looking into them before you react to them next x
She is speaking her native tongue sometimes in the song. It is one of the eleven official languages of South Africa and until 1990 one of three official languages of the country . A term sometimes used of people from South Africa and Namibia (who speak Afrikaans), more properly called "Afrikaans people" or Afrikaners.
It's an English song, but they do use Afrikaans words and phrases to help with their flow and also fit with their theme, as a lot of what they say in Afrikaans is slang. Girl's name is Yolandi, the guy is Ninja (I believe), if you want to do a lyrical breakdown or are just curious as to what they are actually saying (I know it can be tough with their bilingual slang and accents for foreigners sometimes) I can provide translations
I thoroughly enjoy your reactions. That "what happened?" made me laugh. I remember when I first saw them years ago. I had a very similar reaction. I enjoyed seeing in in your eyes too.
While most of her lyrics are in English, I believe she is rapping in and out of Afrikaans as well. Bilingual track.
And as a not english native speaker I can say that most people say fink when their trying to say think.... I fink so 🤣
Wiggy!?
Lol I get it want I speak ook Afrikaans 😂
As a native Dutch and secondary English speaker I can confirm it's Afrikaans, as they both sound like a really REALLY drunk Dutch person at times. 😂
@@AK-lx1cr Or a sober Belgian. As sober as a Belgian can be I guess 🤣
“This feels like performance art”
Hit the nail on the head there! Thats _exactly_ what they are.
Mr Lboyd is a sharp man.
Along with "this may be a masterpiece"
It’s a south African counter culture called Zef I believe. They’re representing the poorer parts of south Africa. From what I’ve read.
Yip, you nailed it. Zef is so badly "common" its cool. Everything from Yolandi and Ninja is in excess
Yep. Zef is the idea of looking how you want to look, being who you want and not caring how anyone feels about it.
No they're not. They stole from poor people, including their art style. Ninja is private school educated.
Yeh from what i herd its like free expression mix with shock culture.
As always, spot on.
The visuals are a big part of the deal. They are an artist collective that started Die Antwoord as a project and it hit correct and allowed them to achieve their artistic goals so it has become their expression.
The first time I listened to 'Enter the Ninja' I hated it from the jump. Yo Landi's singing didn't connect with me either. But then he came in with "I'm a motherfuckin' Ninja" and I stopped the video and had to gather myself. Oh, they are self aware. got it. and then it was a ride.
In this video the visuals are because they are working with a famous South African photographer who captured street level life for South Africans. Thats what Zef is, it is the common scumbag wealth culture that is an outgrowth of the racial and economic divide that was Apartheid and then post-Apartheid South Africa.
As mentioned elsewhere fink is think because it is Afrikaans. As Die Antwoord is The Answer
Dave Letterman had them on to perform this song. The visuals they presented for that performance and not the scumbag ones they present here, but they left Letterman basically speechless. He didn't have a contest to comment on them and it is Wonderfull.
Uhhh... came here to say some of that, but not as eloquently. Damn. Points!
"I don't know what is happening here guys," -Mr Lboyd. Yep, this sums up most encounters with Die Antwoord.
Ninja is a born rich private school educated guy who stole from street kids.
They are also part of the handful of celebrities that believe in chaos magick. That's why there is a lot of all black or all white or some of both in there videos.
@@mimseydemon1844 What did they steal from the street kids Tokkie his sister Meisie and Jemile? Oh that's right they legally adopted them so they could have a better life.
They have given back a lot to South Africa over the years. What have you done?
My favorite song by them has always been Ugly Boy. They are an experience.
My fav for sure
Considering it's sampling the masterpiece 'Ageispolis' by Aphex Twin, it is truely one of the greatest collabs ever imo.
yeah ugly boy is the best, the aphex twin melody makes it.
I like "Open the Door" and "Banana Brain"
Just wait til you list to Zheani - the question. Ninja groomed and trafficked her in 2013 and can’t do anything to deny it expect lie with no evidence.
2 other songs of theirs. "baby's on fire" and "fatty boom boom" FBB was the first song i heard of theirs
Don't forget 'Alien'
These were the two I was going to recommend next too.
Yeah, def do Fatty Boom Boom next.
Yeah Fatty Boom Boom was the first Die Antwoord I saw as well. I couldn't take my eyes off the screen then had to watch it again.
My first one was Ugly Boy. There is a choreography group out there that did Baby's on Fire and it is awesome but they took it down. I can find it on Russian youtube tho. It's been awhile maybe they'll have it up again. It's the one with "Unity Diveristy" in the background of the studio.
It is art. I'm an opera aficionado and I'm also a huge fan of Die Antwoord. It's meant to be disturbing and hypnotic. Also, she's shifting between English and Afrikaans. I also will not eat in that kitchen.
Disturbing? Read about what those rapist thieves have done, who they are is way more disturbing than their music.
If you like opera & weirdness I have a very old underground band for you… Die Form… they’ve been making music since the 80’s… look up phenomena of visitation 3 first… Most of their music is experimental, but when they do opera mixes its life changing…have fun!
"Die antwoord" literally means "The answer" in Afrikaans.
Mr. Boyd, dude! My wife and I (shout out from Catherine herself too) love your reactions sir! Much love and respect all the way from South Africa 🇿🇦🤘🏻💯 As mentioned, we are South African, and Yolandi Visser is singing / rapping in two different languages - those being both English and one of our native languages which is Afrikaans.
Die Antwoord are a South African Rap Rave group where the more you listen the more you release they rap/sing in mainly just English and Afrikaans but they sometimes bring other languages into it seeming as though in South Africa there's 11 national languages to choose from
Afrikaans is basically Colonial Dutch mixed with other languages from countries that ported in South Africa.
Baby Dutch. Evolved differently, or devolved if you like.
The rats are because the used to be so poor, they have stories about rats waking them up running over the beds.
They put a lot of rat symbology into their early work as as reference to how far they came.
this is the exact reaction that everyone should have to this group. I love this specific type of content from you. cant wait for the next one!!!
Your love for all kinds of art is immaculate, and your composure and reactions are legendary, my guy! YOU have an amazing day, and enjoy it thoroughly, good sir!
This band (mainly ninja) have been accused of abuse by at least two women and now being dropped from festivals due to so much backlash
I've been a huge fan since I found them in 2011. Listen to all of their songs, EXCEPT Pitbull.
Cookie Thumper, Fatty Boom Boom, Baby's on Fire, so many good ones!
I love pitbull terrier!
What’s up with Pitbull? Yeah the video is a bit weird but the track is solid.
I love all of those
i discorvered them when I heard their song enter the ninja on Chappie the movie
Why not pitbull? Why not? Why any number of gangsta rap songs and not Pitbull? It's like, "yeah, Die Antwoord is real weird and their videos are just artful posing" but I bet you listen to some proper, real, thug rap. Like, guys that didn't even get shot at an intersection for making slightly more money than some other person. You'll talk about respect and whatever bullshit honor you think you know... Fact of the matter is, you just shot Black Elvis in the face, and you ain't nothing special.
They are performance/musical artists, they bring you into a world you never imagined. I love that they sing/rap seamlessly between English and Afrikaans.
They do short films as well, hence the acting in their videos. "Fatty Boom Boom" is a must. I love that you have discovered Die Antwoord. I'm a metal head myself, but I love music!
They were also in a full length movie: Chappie!!
Ive always considered 'umshimi wam' to be a masterpiece of a short film. A beautifully shot and directed spoof of suburban gangster wannabes or perhaps themselves
@@jonhoge153 It's just wonderful.
@@jonhoge153 The director, Harmony Korine is definitely a genius. His film Gummo is one of my all time favorites, but the short Umshimi Wam is great too.
Daddy is also a good song
Lmao, omg I absolutely love watching your facial expressions to their videos. So much confusion, disgust and the look of wanting to call for help 😂😂😂😂😂 I laughed so much during this!!
Their name translated to English is "The Answer", and they were never shy in giving their answer, their ethics and ideas, for all to ponder... extremely entertaining duo...talent in abundance, as well.
I love watching Americans' reactions to Die Antwoord. Die Antwoord are avant garde and wonderful.
Same
Your reactions to Die Antwoord are priceless.
Please watch their track 'Evil Boy.'
You hit the nail on the head. Die (pronounced dee) Antwoord is definitely an experience. The combination of racial and socioeconomic issues in South Africa come out in their craft. I think there is something visceral in their work. Love your reaction!
Die antwoord “ugly boy “ do it now!
Yes, one of my faves!
They are a performance art group and this is their art. I always thought that Fink was Think.
Very astute.
Crackin me up. This is how me and my husband were when we first heard this years ago. Like what in the world are we watching and it’s like a train wreck you can’t look away from. 🤣😂 cookiethumper is our all time favorite.
Part of the thing is understanding it's not American, it's South African, so you just got to sit back and take in the cultural differance. Their art style is highly crafted. Not just the music but the imagery as well. I found them a number of years back and I was just blown away at how original and fresh. It's completely unique. It's really easy to get lost in the rabbit hole of binge watching their stuff. My personal fav are "fat faded f*** face" and "alien"
I fink watching the vid for "beat boy" will help get the idea behind their "gimmick". (you won't find it on their official channel)
I fink they're geniuses, really.
It's most definitely performance art. Before die antwoord was formed, the same members had a sort of performance where ninja was in a business suit like a rapping motivational speaker or something. I cant remember what they called themselves then. They call this new style 'zef' and if i believe its slang for and/or a representation of dirty inner-city street life in South africa.
Max Normal was his stage name first
@@ruanniemann2604 thank you
They also did The Constructus Corporation. Zef is an old slang term and it comes from the Ford Zephyr, a car that poor folks would get and then soup up with aftermarket parts. Zef is a lot grimier than Die Antword, a lot more Bogan. It's what coal miners would put their money in.
This is one of the coolest songs honestly it's pretty kickass
I watched Chappie a while back and that was the first time I came across them. I didn't care for them but I can understand why others would.
I found Die Antwoord about 2 years ago? RUclips algorithm...I was checking out Viking Folk Metal (yeah, it's a thing). Normally I'm not a 'rap' guy...but this sort of bridges the gap between rap and dance. I also absolutely LOVE their little 'video's that they make. They are both true artists, interested in creating art their own way to express their own life.
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Oh, and FYI, both Ninja and Yolandi had major parts in the movie "Chappie", by Blomkaumph (?). That's where I recognized them from when I first found out "Hey...these two are musicians...not actors! WTF?!?" LOL! :) Well, apparently, their both.
Watch the movie Chappie. It sort of gives an incite into their culture and context when they do the street scenes, clothing etc. Both the singers are actors in the movie. Check it out it's actually pretty damn good.
They are definitely an entertaining experience. If they are "The Answer" (Die Antwoord) you ask yourself WTH was the question. Yolandi and Ninja also star in the 2015 SciFi movie "Chappie". "Fatty Boom Boom" is definitely a swipe at Lady Gaga and American music industry.
I enjoyed "Chappie" and I'm glad I read your comment because I was trying to remember the name of the movie. 👍
people who are only now just discovering die antwoord are in for a treat because they make some pretty catchy tunes
I can't wait for him to react to "Fatty Boom Boom". I love it.
I love watching Americans reckon with non-British post colonialism.. the art is different, the racism is different, the acceptance is different, the collaboration is different.
You sir, are a gem on this platform. Your kindness and openness is always there in your reviews. Sure, you're confused AF rightfully so but you ALWAYS are such a gentleman, convey how you feel politely without just shutting down the video.
You're a dying breed of mankind.
Stay awesome and sending love.
they were also in a movie thats not too old called "chappie", also starring segourney weaver and hughe jackman, awesome movie!
I loved them in Chappie as well. " We make you nice and tough and strong. Like a fucking Robot Gangsta #1"
i am so glad a international platform is reviewing.
Die Antwoord chop and change between english and afrikaans a lot.
Fink is Think yes.. think the overall song is about how they like ''Freaky people'' alot :D
To me visually they portray the hardships of the South African working class (dirty) and lyrically their South African culture (dialect).
Do they "portray" it by stealing from people who are actually poor and suffering? Because Ninja was born rich and went to a private school. They're lying to you. They're predatory frauds who use and abuse people.
I would love to see them live. That song would be a banger!
Ha-ha! You had me chuckling at times. I appreciate your open mindedness, and yes, their singing with their visuals is the definition of performance art and there's nothing negative about that, in fact, it's a compliment.
This was their first song that I ever heard several years ago. I liked how weird it was, too.
@mrlboyd reacts FYI this band have been removed from the line ups of several music festivals due to numerous allegations of racism, homophobia (including physical assault) and sexual assault.
I had the opportunity to see them live, I’ve been to hundreds of shows of different bands over the years. This was an experience and one of my favorite of all time. Got to get over the initial shock first.
I was really looking forward to this one. This song was my first experience with Die Antwoord and we thought it was amazing, albeit a bit disturbing visually. Though, that is the point.
My friends and I were playing a game with simple rules, we bring the oddest RUclips video and we watch them before our night shift. We would decide a winner and then y’all about the videos to get through the shift. The night my friend brought this song as her entry, she won without contest! 😂
Can't wait for "Baby's On Fire," it's a more straightforward, and still amazing, video, and amazing song, separately and together. And "Fatty Boom Boom," and "Ugly Boy"... I just wanted to add to the chorus 😀
You gotta do Fatty Boom Boom. And your reaction is epic 😂. I’ve watched so many of your reactions and this one is hilarious. Also yes they are bilingual in 3 languages and rap in all 3. English French and Afrikaans. They are very South African. Zeff style.
Bilingual is two, trilingual is 3...
Sorry for being that guy.
I'm excited for when you get to "ugly boy" "baby's of fire" & "fatty boom boom"
Top their Die Antwood
Die Antwoord scared the crap out of me when I first heard them and then, wham, love. Same as Eminem back in the day and Nick Cave too. Everything that pushes the envelope gives us a chance to grow, pry open the mind and see the equivalent of a new color. Love this band.
They go for the visual shock value, the unusual and strange- but the social state of South Africa is what raised this group. Personally, I interpret it as "I am calling you out on being freaky because I like that you're freaky".
I used to love them. They’re canceled in my book now. Video evidence of then making fake abuse allegations is just the start. Then there was the whole Zheani situation. You should see HER video “The Question”.
I think you get with what’s the appeal of Die Antwoord. The music by itself is fire. The art design by itself is amazing. Combined together it’s like 1+1=5. Everything you see and hear is deliberate to cause an emotional response.
Do all emotions feel good? Nope.
Are all emotions valid?
Yes.
This is a master class in performance art.
Watch the live version and how the crowd goes nuts when the tune is pumping hard...
They were in the Hollywood movie Chappie. A truly unique and outlandish style which perhaps belies their genius.
Me: Whoever introduced this man to Die Antwoord is just cruel.
Also me: Can we get him to listen to Little Big next?
Roger Ballen is the artist behind the video's imagery.
Umshini Wham is a masterpiece. It's not even a song, but a short film. It won me over.
Love them or hate them, there’s nothing like Die Antwoord
Wow!
YES
Props for not only playing them in the first place, but for recognizing that it is indeed performance art. Their thing was shock value,and the lowest common demomonater. A skill that ninja appropriated from his friends Johnny Depp Jack Black and Marilyn Manson among others many of whom appear in the ugly boy video. Also she is saying Fink instead of think because in South African number gangs they knock their own front teeth out, and so they have trouble with the th sound, the art is by a South African artist named Rodger ballen and this video was filmed in an actual slum,all the extras lived there.
“I, personally, would not eat in that kitchen”😂😆🤣
That is one of the funniest statements made in a RUclips video ever!!!
I’m dying laughing.
It’s just cool mate, you’re over thinking it
Sir, you gotta react to Fatty Boom Boom by these guys. The video is just... A treat.
I feel you brother,. The look on your face screamed both, hug me and let me die in this land of confusion.
Saw them at Austin City Limits and we were near one of the speaker banks and the bass was so crazy that it f’d up my equilibrium for a few days.
I was at that show. They tore it up.
I remember always rocking to their songs lol but not so much anymore xD
Hey bro, they were in a film called Chappie. It's a real good watch, you should review the film. It's really good. Love the reaction you give too these guys. Also if you want a good reaction check out the band slaughter to prevail.
Its a love story... shes nuts, and found someone nuttyer then her... and they fell in love.. and made music and art together. for a short time. Best stuff to hit humanity in decades.
Hahaha. I'm not going to read through all the comments till I see someone mentioned Afrikaans. And whatever else they are doing. I totally agree with you. It's art from the get go. I really love this era. I d your reactions,or I wouldn't keep watching the.
I had never heard of them until Chappie and i got hooked on them. Then i started going back and checkinf out their older stuff and loved it. I was so happy i got to see them in concert a couple years ago for possibly their last tour and would love to go again
Die Antwoord is a perfect segue. Lonely Island has prepared you for this. You're ready, GO!
Fatty Boom Boom is their trippiest video. It also takes a ton of shots at modern rap stars and they go especially hard on Lady Gaga. It’s a must watch.
One of my old favs lol
They got great stuff. Something different, no mainstream.
I reluctantly love Die Antwoord, and it truly is a bit of a rabbit hole type experience to go down that path.
Yes, they’re weird and different and that’s why I like them. I would recommend you check out “Banana Brain” next by them. Great reaction 🙋🏻♀️👍🏼👏🏼🙌🏼💜🇨🇦
Loved this song as soon as it hit. Crazy, crazy stuff! She's probably speaking Afrikans.
born and raised South African. Everything is an experience. Travel, absorb. See Johannesburg. See Tripoli, Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Tibet, Bangkok. not from your chair. buy a ticket. Youll be amazed
one of the small boys in the video, tokkie, recently came out with his experience with die antwoord and how they adopted him and raised him terribly :( it’s on youtube uploaded yesterday and i suggest giving it a watch. these are not good people even if they are visually and musically interesting.
You are absolutely mesmerized … hahaha
They did the same thing to me years ago … the rabbit hole is real.
Definitely performance art. These are characters. Though some would say that they've allowed the characters to overtake their own personalities.
I swear to god this is exactly how my husband and I reacted when we came across them. And now we have fallen into the trap and jam to some of their songs.
It's an experience out of this world for sure. I fink its freeky.
Imagine an old school industrial rave in a NYC warehouse - but turn the lights on.
their live is something to behold really special....
hahaha is so fun to watch you trying to understand these guys... just feeeeeeel it man! They are a blast!
You got the introduction and the first chapter covered. The next chapter is BABY’S ON FIRE. It will provide you with more questions than answers
If you want another experience involving this song, just in a whole other genre, i suggest checking out Frog Leap Studio's cover of this song
I’m extremely surprised with the amount of people in the comments supporting them after everything they’ve done. Really love your videos, but ask that you consider looking into them before you react to them next x
Like the piss throwing incident they put up on their own media, and never edited to make themselves look better? Yeah, they're scumbags.
She is speaking her native tongue sometimes in the song. It is one of the eleven official languages of South Africa and until 1990 one of three official languages of the country . A term sometimes used of people from South Africa and Namibia (who speak Afrikaans), more properly called "Afrikaans people" or Afrikaners.
They have a lot of Afrikaans in their songs.. they never forget where they are from.. proudly South Africa 🇿🇦 Btw. Giftig means Poisonous
I think saying "Die Antward is an experience", is a really good way to explain them.
This is one of those songs that i forgot i missed... I used to play this a lot. Sounded good in my old car...
It's an English song, but they do use Afrikaans words and phrases to help with their flow and also fit with their theme, as a lot of what they say in Afrikaans is slang. Girl's name is Yolandi, the guy is Ninja (I believe), if you want to do a lyrical breakdown or are just curious as to what they are actually saying (I know it can be tough with their bilingual slang and accents for foreigners sometimes) I can provide translations
I thoroughly enjoy your reactions. That "what happened?" made me laugh. I remember when I first saw them years ago. I had a very similar reaction. I enjoyed seeing in in your eyes too.
Encounter this... that pretty much sums up Die Antwoord. Mr L Boyd the look of concern but fascination on your face is classic.
Baby's On Fire and Fatty Boom Boom are both absolute bangers and waaaay easier to digest
she speaks english and Affrikans throughout thats why some of it sounds crazy