English is actually one of the two official languages in India besides Hindi. We don't have a national language as there are around 25 major languages and 1500 dialects spoken over here. We use English to communicate with fellow citizens from different parts of the country and also mix English with our local languages while we speak in our day to day lives. So no wonder there are English lyrics in their songs. They're staying true to themselves because that's how we speak...
Australia is actually a country with one of the highest rates of sexual violence reports in the world. One woman per week in Australia is killed by a current or previous partner, as is one man per month. I'm not too sure of the statistics for India, and I'm sure culture affects report rates and such, so numbers could always be much higher than reported in any country. I just wanted to point this out because I think often western countries perceive themselves as being more progressive when it comes to human rights, I think it almost lulls us into a false sense of reality. But sexual violence is still a HUGE issue in Australia, and many other western societies. It's so awesome to see a band address this topic so honestly. I particularly like the line "not all men, yes all men, need all men for what we're solving". So often I've experienced men immediately getting defensive about this topic, but this line sums it up perfectly, no one is saying all men do this, we're saying we need all men on our side to fight this. Also, I appreciate what you (Johnny) said about asking for help if you're a perpetrator or have feelings that could lead you to assault someone. Often abusers need just as much support and help, and it's an important perception to have! Sorry for the mini essay haha, I'm a social worker so my passion gets riled up by these things. Anyway, love the reaction, from a fellow Australian metalhead!
Absolutely love this comment. Never apologise for offering a level headed and informative comment on any serious issue you’re passionate about. Thank you again for this comment and for being a part of the discussion 💙🤘🏽
THIS. I'm always wary of performative rage about sexual violence from men, because it usually serves to absolve us of responsibility without recognizing the role we play - intentionally or not - in the continuation of a culture that allows it to happen. For me, it makes the genuine rage I feel about the horrific prevalence of sexual violence difficult to express in a way that doesn't feel self-indulgent. I think Bloodywood did an incredible job at expressing that cathartic, righteous rage, while acknowledging that the responsibility lies with all of us to dismantle the power structures that allow this to continue. And yeah... people in the western world tend to act as though it's a solved issue... and yet, here in the US, 1 in 5 women are the victim of rape in their lifetime, 81% of women are victims of sexual harassment or assault in their lifetime... Statistically speaking, if you have more than a handful of friends, you are friends with people who have been a victim of sexual violence, whether or not you know it. Those statistics point to the fact that this problem isn't just a handful of monsters here and there perpetrating this, it is a cultural illness- and we all owe it to the people in our lives to look critically at our own behavior and the way this culture may have shaped it without our understanding. We need to do better. We need to hold ourselves and each other accountable. Thank you for the comment. You hit the nail on the head.
@@spiritandsteel thank you for taking the time to write this, and for appreciating my comment! I absolutely agree with everything you’ve said here. Critical thinking seems to be a trait undervalued in most societies, it reassures me to know there are people like yourself out there!
The song doesn't seem to go all woke, just spread a message which is great. Spread a message without accusing or attacking anyone which is way more likely to bring people to your side
I'm a bit late to the party, but I think it's worth mentioning that Kali is a protector and when needed, avenger of women. So having a visual representation of her in this song is a very powerful image...
This keeps going around, but they've said before that she's not meant to represent Kali! There are a lot of indian gods that are coded in blue, it used to be a way to represent the dark skinned Indians. Blue does not mean Kali always, even though she is cool af.
As an Indian myself, this band makes me so proud! The music has so much energy and sends a dope message to boot The lady in blue represents an Indian goddess called Kali who basically protects the innocent
I thought the same. But in recent livestream the band members confirmed that blue lady has nothing to do with any religious figure. They just wanted a personality to stand out in video.
The dancer represents Kali, a Hindu goddess who protects the innocent and destroys evil. Very relevant with the message of the song (destroy the patriarchy and rape culture)
in recent livestream the band members confirmed that blue lady has nothing to do with any religious figure. They just wanted a personality to stand out in video.
I'm surprised that so many people (who I suppose are) from India fail to recognise the reference to the tongue-in-cheek campaign on violence against women: how patriarchal India on the one hand prides itself of cultural values, worshipping goddesses in temples, but on the other hand commit atrocities on women. The lady with the blue face symbolises the goddess, and the others without blue make-up represent your everyday woman who is to the image of the goddess you worship, but who you demean. Kali isn't protecting, she's angry.
@@1132nd i agree with most of the things you mentioned, but is there a data which that it's always the religious hindus( as you mentioned people who worship godess in temples) are most oppressive towards their women...i know there's a portion in india where women are looked down upon and it should definitely be condemned , if terroism shouldn't be linked with any religion ..so shall crimes...but if you have any factual data that proves that a certain religion which worships devi and goddesses have the most no of cases for sexual assaults against women im ready to change my mind .
God, I love the lyrics "One day I may change his kind with my mind, yeah, one day I may change his kind, but until then" and then getting that break down with the "de dana dan" (it's the beatdown). Like, yeah it's preferable to be able to convince people not to be jerks (putting it lightly) with your words, but still unapologetically saying some people need their teeth kicked in. Seriously, goosebumps every time.
No gonna lie, so powerful I'm struggling not to tear up, especially lyrically. Spitting heavy facts in one of the most raw and furious fashion I've seen in a while.
This is so freaking dope!!! Not only do they rock, this message is fucking phenomenal to hear! Men who instead of crying "not all men" just stand up and take a stand against the atrocities and encourage others to do so as well.
There aren't many bands with strong swearing in the lyrics that I let my kids listen to, because kids being kids, they're likely to parrot what they hear at the most inopportune moments. But, I've made an exception for Bloodywood, because the stuff they write is stuff that everyone should hear. This is the latest in a long string of bangers with a message, and possibly the most powerful. I think they did an excellent job of crafting a message that's universal, that transcends politics and culture. When it comes to scumbags mistreating women, the answers is pretty simple, and they hit the nail right on the head: bring the beatdown.
Hi guys! Criss from Travellers here! Bloodywood is such a tremendous band! they recently hit n°1 on Amazon, iTunes and Bandcamp, they're truly smashing it with Rakshak! Hope we can achieve something remotely similar as a self-managed small ambient djent band from Chile with our newest album "Introspect" 😁 also hope you have some time to check our first video "Nexus" Hace a great day, legends! PS: please give a like to this comment so Nath and Johnny can see this!
The woman represents KALI who is a Hindu goddess who is considered to be the goddess of ultimate power, time, destruction and change in Shaktism. In this tradition, she is considered as a ferocious form of goddess Mahadevi, the supreme of all powers, or the ultimate reality.
The english speaking co lead singer is Raoul Kerr. He has a solo album called No Flag, watch the music video called For Her. And also look at EXHALE. Both songs are brutally honest and eye opening
I've been following Bloodywood for a few years now, back when they did mostly metal covers, but since they dropped their debut album it's been playing on repeat non-stop, especially Aaj, because they use the word "Kaioken", which comes from the anime Dragonball. Also Aaj has lyrics which go great with the fact that I'm working on improving on myself. But "Dana Dan" is also in my top 3 favorite songs from them, since I love the breakdown SO MUCH!!!
Just like slaughter to prevail. Alex terrible doing cover of all different songs then starting his band and still doing covers. Russia and India crazy stuff
So, the original video has captions, with English subs for the parts in (Punjabi, I think?). It roughly translates as If words won't change him grab him by the neck and bring the beatdown (8 times) If words won't change him let him taste my boot.
The fact that these guys go so hard in their protest of rape culture is SO POWERFUL. And that lead dancer is channeling Kali and I would be so afraid of her, let alone the band. If you victimize innocents, I strongly recommend that you hide under a rock. Just know that may not save you.
Blue lady is Kali, God(ess) of war and justice, basically! Thanks for an Aussie reaction! As an Aussie I appreciate it! I've been a big fan of this band for a few years now, I love them! ❤️
It's a pungi which is used in South Indian during the festiv season of the goddess. Its played with the drums when the goddess is taken around the town on her chariot for blessings and good will.
In which language do you call it 'pungi'? I can't even guess because South India has so many languages like Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. We call it Shehnai here in most of North India including West Bengal where I'm from.
@@jaydeepsen4769 the one we used isn't typically shehnai. We have a bigger version of it that has a another name for it. But for common reference we call is pungi.
You guys should react to Bloodywood - Yaad. So different to this and Gadaar. And demonstrates their diversity and how big these guy’s hearts are. Metal is a global family.
The fact that this is their debut is crazy to me. Such a strong first album. Love these guys. Also my favorite line by far here is the first "and yeah i tape this/for the viewing pleasure of the nameless faces he disgraces". The "for the pleasure of the nameless faces" is so meaningful to me. Like sure, if you brutalized my body for your pleasure--well surely you wouldn't mind the turn around right? Great album, great song. Love this video so much.
Hi! I just wanted to chime in, the girl with the body paint is supposed to represent Kali, the fierce mother goddess who protects her children and she is also the slayer of evil.
For me, guys, Jayant, the screamer, is calling down Kali's righteous fury and outright rage against people who commit these acts, these crimes. And he's screaming it out as a warning: You hurt someone, especially a woman or child, we're going to find you and bring the beatdown. And Kali help you if you survive.
that instrument is shehnai the lady painted in blue depicts goddess Kali and Rakshak means "The Protector" next time just leave the CC on, they have their subtitles on in every video
Blue face lady is reference to the tongue-in-cheek campaign on violence against women: how patriarchal India on the one hand prides itself of cultural values, worshipping goddesses in temples, but on the other hand commit atrocities on women.
Great album!! 🤘🏻 On another note, I know you guys go for newer songs but you need to check out the live orchestral versions of Animals and Impermanence by Architects. Truly amazing performances.🔥 Also, Atlas and their song Uhri is worth a watch. 🤙🏻
Bloodywood every year just becomes more legit ! You guys should check out malevolence - on broken glass, massive song, you got riffs, solos, breakdowns, everything tasty !
1. The instrument Johnny was asking about is called a pungi. It's essentially a wind instrument that originates from India. You'll commonly see the snake charmers playing it. 2. It's a common misconception about India, but English is very much considered almost a first language. Hindi is obviously the national language, but it's probably likely these guys grew up speaking both, and hence his control over the language.
Someone has already mentioned it, Hindi is not the national language. There is no National language. We have official languages and English is one of them.
From my own research, Kali is the feminine form of 'time', with kala being the masculine. She is the goddess of time among the others aspects like destruction, death and power.
@@AshlandTalos In the context of this song, she's the symbol of righteous rage, rage against injustice and for the weak who cannot protect themselves. Google images of her shows a fearsome avatar holding severed heads!
Yes, it's Goddess Kali! But in a live stream a few days ago they said "We just wanted her to be unique-looking". she does not represent any God or does not associate with any religion(Although it seems to be the concept of "Rage of KALI- a Hindu goddess and she is the ultimate expression of Death, Carnage, Change, mother nature. She cuts off the heads of bad people and burns the rest to ashes. Once she gets enraged no God dares to stop her. That is Kali) This was a good decision, but I think they said it now this way because they do want to attract the topic of religion now because it is a sensitive subject in India and religious fanatics will interpret it in another way and it would be bad PR if things go wrong!
Significance of this women/makup is important since this song is about Violence against women..... In Hinduism/Sanatan Dharma She is Goddess "🔥Kaali🔥" Energy Source , Goddess of War🔱 and She Hunts Demons and Drink their Blood(symbolically speaking).... And She is the Symbol of Nari Shakti(Women Power) 🔥🕉️Scientifically as Per Sanatan Dharma, She symbolise as "Energy of the Universe" Part of God Herself, Wife of 🕉️Shiva🔱.... So in Hinduism 🖤DarkMatter which form Universe is Shiv🕉️ and Energy of Universe is Mother Kaali🔥 ..... 🙏🕉️ Here She is Symbolise as Womens Power and her source🙏🕉️🔱 ...... In Hindu Dharma You can't Offend Her🔥 Because you can stop Shiva🕉️ from Destruction of everything,,,, But Once She gets Angry .....🔱🕉️🔥 Tandav(Cosmic Destruction) Can't be Stopped, even by God Shiva Himself..... As Shiva have 3rd Eye Goddess Kaali🔥🕉️ have the Same Authority , To Destruct and Form , but as said She is the Energy source every atom energy fire gas everything is Part of *Kaali🔥🕉️🔱* That is why "Tandav" is symbolised here as Warning by herself don't ho against humanity.... That's Why She is here 🙏 Hope you get the Answer. 🙏Jai MahaKaali🔥🕉️🔥🔱
The Indian instrument playing is a cobra flute. The woman in the blue is supposed to be Kali, the Hindu female deity of death and transformation, Kali literally translates to dark lady.
in recent livestream the band members confirmed that blue lady has nothing to do with any religious figure. They just wanted a personality to stand out in video.
The girl in blue represent Kali the goddess I believe she is the goddess of anger time creation destruction and power. She’s a really big, feminine feminist figure in India, I believe. ❤❤❤
Probably my favorite one from the non singles. Has one of the most satisfying breakdowns in the album and a catchy af chorus but I don't think they will react to it cause it's just the audio. I think they kinda have a policy where they will only react to MVs but they do seem to be listening to songs without MVs off screen
In the context of this song, she's the symbol of righteous rage, rage against injustice and for the weak who cannot protect themselves. Google images of her shows a fearsome avatar holding severed heads!
in recent livestream the band members confirmed that blue lady has nothing to do with any religious figure. They just wanted a personality to stand out in video.
@@Anonymous-lc5qu I think they're just saying that to try avoid religious references. Me being an Indian, it is so obvious that the lead is supposed to be Kaali, based on her looks, expressions and dance moves (its a dance form called tandav performed by Shiva when he's in rage, and Kaali is associated with Shiva). So it is as clear as daylight for me. But I understand where Bloodywood's coming from!
My thought is that the blue lady is supposed to be Kali the goddess and from what i heard Kali was known to be ruthless as fuck, and in the context of the song ( sexual assault and rape) i think that she is Kali.
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Go to the original video and turn on closed captions. The band was getting complaints from people who wanted the option to toggle the lyrics off, so this was the next best option
I love this band. Until I saw them, I only experienced the negative attitudes towards females in that culture. It was ( and still is) pretty bad. Watching this band saved me. Instead of hating all south asian men, I now have people I respect and admire. I had women friends who walked too closely to Indian men whose wives were walking a respectful 5 feet behind them;. And the men would actually kick the shit out of young girls for invading their space. btw for anyone male not a fan of bloodywood, in Canada, everyone is equal.
Hey Nathan, go check out a dude called Hrithik Roshan, so called the Indian greek God. You look like him, somewhat! 🙂 But guys, loved the reaction video. Couple of things: 1. The God depicted as the lady dancer is Kali, Goddess of death, and rage against evil (yeah, you could say, she is the original Rage against the machine) 2. The instrument is kinda Shehnai, a wind instrument, though I think they may have used a sample here. Love how Bloodywood uses the Indian flavor very creatively in their production. More powers to these guys.
What if the guy didn't do it but everyone goes Dana Dan on his ass. I wanna hear them do a song from that dudes point of view.... That being said this song had me bouncing around all over the place. Amazing.
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