Thom Yorke: ANIMA Interview 

"You know you're in trouble when people stop listening to sad music. Because the moment they stop listening to sad music, they don't want to know anymore... They're turning themselves off" - T. Yorke

Just realised the irony of me watching this instead of sleeping.

''When an artist is repeting themselves because they think that's what will people want they're fucked'' - Thom Yorke. I love this man.

The last bit made me cry. HE is thanking US for giving this opportunity to HIM, when he has given so much to US. His music has been my best friend at times. It has kept me alive in the darkest times because I didn't feel alone listening to what he was able to articulate. I hope he knows how much what he does matters, and how grateful I am for it.

Thom Yorke seems like he is doing really well these days. Glad to see him in good spirits.

Thom can talk about sleep and naps all day and I'd find it inspiring

He is happy - good. He deserves it. After years of anxiety - he needs a break.

It's no mystery why Thom is more open and relaxed here. It's the interviewer. Zane is chill, down to earth, present, active listening, and wants to discuss genuinely interesting things. Thom gets scripted stock questions, barely-there interviewers, and star-struck sit-downs constantly. It's boring and exhausting for brains like his. He must be thrilled on the rare day it's not one of those.

Thom Yorke giving a hi-five, that's quite new for me.

This is the best Thom Yorke interview ever holy shit

Thom Yorke seems like he's doing really well emotionally and mentally. So smiley, high-fiving the interviewer, laughing. It makes me happy to see him happy.

I have no idea why watching his face and hearing his voice itself is so inspiring. It makes me feel like something inside me is waking up.

thom yorke featuring the sound of his many hidden bracelets

There’s never been a person who I respect and admire more in music

Everyone: Thom Yorke looks so weird. Us: He looks so comfortable and outgoing.

14:40 "I think most artists if they're honest, they're never solo artists" ~Thom Kinda hits home. I've tried to put together so many bands to make music, try something new, not play alone, but a lot of them either wanted to do their own thing, wanted to just party, or weren't really committed (or all 3). There's magic in playing with a band. It has to vibe. It's a relationship and bands fall apart if there's toxic musicians (like playing over other people, not tuning together, or showing up to practice, not practicing, etc). Just like relationships it takes work and effort from everyone which is why it's more honest because when the synergy stops so does the band.

This Thom compared to the 97’ Thom are polar opposites. I can only hope to become wiser and more sure of myself as I get older.

Now if Jonny becomes this outgoing, I don't know what I'm going to do with myself.

When you watch to interviews from the post Ok Computer/Kid A era, he looks tired, stressed out and fed up. Now he looks so different, like he is enjoying his life again and in one word, happy.

It is good to see how someon who made such a beautifully gloomy and depressing album like A moon shaped pool can be, at the same time so happy and energetic. I love you, Thom. Please keep making this world a better place to stay with your music.

I could listen to Thom Yorke talking about anything for an entire day honestly.

When did Thom become this comfortable and outgoing?

"When an artist repeats themselves because they think that's what people want, they're fucked" - Thom Yorke. This is why I fucking love Thom, and Radiohead. Keep moving forward, always.

I admire Zane so much, his interviews really show another face of artists and he's not afraid to come off as a fanboy because he's really interested and respectful of the artist's work.

“Music I’ve been involved in” I love Thoms undeniable humility. Even now after a successful ongoing career, and being deemed as one of musics greatest he still comes across so unwilling to allow himself to believe he’s better than anyone else which for me, makes him a role model.

Thom is looking really well in this interview.

I fucking love Thom, not just his work but who he is as a person. He's just real, he has no mask or facade to show off for a camera like most artists do. How Zane was talking about connecting through artists through there music is pretty much a personal experience. I've been a huge Radiohead since I was around 15 and they've been the only band that have made the biggest impression on me. I'm glad Thom is doing well, he's been through a lot in the last few years. Watching this interview was like seeing an old friend again.

Where normal interviews start with: How's the tour going? This one just starts with two kinds of sleep and the health benefits of napping and Siestas in Southern European countries. I love it.

Love you Thom, thanks for everything

I haven’t remembered my dream since I was a little, and it’s been bugging me so much. Well, I watched the anima short film on Netflix the other night, and then had my first dream in a long time... and thom Yorke was in it! It’s like he cast a spell on me. I can’t stop thinking about it.

I was 16 when kid a came out. It's difficult to describe just how much me and my friends loved radiohead and how much they meant to us. They drew me right in and touched me so deeply emotionally.

In a world that slaps "genius" badges onto anyone that can hold a guitar, it's sobering to see a true artist speak. Not many people have the power to move me to tears through the sheer beauty of his lyrics and music. Thom is one.

Thom was like, "Yeah, I'll go with the leather pants today."

Thom seems so much more comfortable with himself nowadays---and with others, lol. Very refreshing, casual interview.

"You know you are in trouble when people stopped listening to sad music." - 26:33

It's a pleasure to hear Thom Yorke speak. I like Radiohead's music, I met them when I was 12 when I bought OK Computer in 1997 with my own money. In my opinion they are the best band from the last 25 years to the day

Thom has to be my favorite person in this world.

Daily reminder that Thom Yorke is short for _Thomsicle New Yorkshire_

He has matured ( very nicely. Go back and watch interviews from the OK Tour ) into what he is. A brilliant artist. Thank God we have him in the world.

This makes me so happy to listen to Thom laugh...he seems to be in a good place these days! Back in the 90s his seeming endless misery had me worried we might have another Cobain on our hands. Thanks Thom, you'll never know how much you've meant to my life :)

What a great interview! More of a conversation than an interview, which I think is the way it should be. Very deep, calm, thoughtful and relaxed. Thanks a bunch :-)

I love seeing genius musicians aging well and not clinging to old patterns. its a cliche to have brilliant stars burn out and die young but in such much of the world music the masters are over 35. its like you aint shit until you've lived enough to know what the blues are about. its good to know that people like Thom are out there still carrying the torch and lighting the way with their wisdom.

I just gained a ton of respect for Thom Yorke while watching this. I'm amazed at how deep his musical genius goes...as well as his bandmates.

He is a beautiful creature. I love Thom Yorke. So intelligent. So talented. So uniquely handsome.

i like that they cut out the swearing except for the parts where they didnt

Zane: "Writers' block must be hell..." Thom: silent disagreement Zane: "... but I think sometimes it must be a relief" Thom: "Yeah, it really is! And ..." That's a good interviewing technique. Say something, and if they don't seem to agree with it, say "but, actually, the opposite!"

I'm watching this again.......for probably the 5th time. And it just makes me wish Thom did more interviews. Seriously. He's SUCH a smart humble cool creative awesome human being. I just adore him to a ridiculous degree. This interview is perfect. I'd love to see more stuff like this....

I seen Thom in 2020 in Edinburgh, and just WOW!!!! I CAN DIE HAPPY 😂❤

Thom's lack of ego is a superpower.

This is such a treat seeing him just talk. The supreme god of music

This is one of the best interviews I've seen - He refers to his music as sad, He's humble - Radiohead is working on a higher consciousness. Cheers Zane, super enjoyed.

1:41 Me when my parents ask what my plans are for the summer.

you know your'e in trouble when people stop listening to sad music :)

37 minutes of pure thom yorke? I love it

His last reply is so full of emotions. I wasn't even in front of the screen but could feel it in his voice. This man is real ❤️

Im not used to this many words coming from Thom in one sitting

i love it when they high five each other dawn chorus really is something else

"IT'S LOU REED! IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD ASK HIM??"

I have been a Radiohead fan for many years and I feel this is the best interview that Thom Yorke has ever shared. Former interviews helped quenching the thirst of connection that his fans needed, but they often felt strained and painful. This is what appears be an off the cuff, spontaneous interview that is so, so refreshing for real Radiohead fans. Like most fans I had resigned myself to the impossibility to feel a real connection with the real people who were creating this incredible, sometimes life changing music. There was often the feeling that Thom Yorke had some atavic fear or shyness of being himself when projecting to the public. Nearly a fear of identifying himself with his music and reluctance to accept the fact it was so resonant to so many people. I know there is no duty from any artist to share the process of creation, to share the doubts and the agonies of delving inside yourself and projecting through an art medium. However, I felt there was always something missing: a lack of acknowledgement of a mutual sharing of emotions and dismay and anguish. And hope as well. This is a new Thom Yorke, who sounds comfortable in his own skin and does not wish to run away from the millions of people he has so greatly affected through his music. It may be age related, but it is a truly nice development. Thank you!

Amazing artist, so honest and humble, such a beautiful soul

This is thee greatest part of “age” - when these phenomenal artists are finally comfortable in their own skin- beyond caring about judgement of anything else for that matter, and opening their heart to this wealth of wisdom...to share with all of their admirers. If one thinks about it...their words, while innocently spoken in an interview- are just as powerful yet in a different way...as their music. In a completely different mental aspect. Their music is beyond words, and then we get this fantastic, cerebral endorphin jolt. So strange if thought about past a topical level, because it’s really a direct raw access that we are being privileged to, which is exactly what and how they go through the steps of their artistic masterpieces- and in this case since Thom has had various experiences, we get to hear about more than just I’m sure, what a lot of us weren’t expecting. This interview was like getting a bunch of gifted Easter Eggs. Essentially, we’re given a pass to that little bit of understanding how they do it; their thought-process behind it. I dig on listening how *age sorta forces it’s way into these workaholic types (artists exclusive), and how when they actually ‘stop to smell the flowers’, when an unexpected influence in their life yanks their brains interest just long enough to have them explore what just happened (as he’s exposing his new-found interest of the power of ‘sleep’ in its entirety, on a beneficial level). These types of interviewers who’s own genuine interest and admiration is able to scratch past the surface of their “job” strictly by causing, again, a more *raw “human connection”. Splendid interview.❤️ Thom was amazing and gracious with his going beyond, deep and personal, in his answering. Thank you gentlemen.☺️✌️

Now I'm actually interested in reading "Why We Sleep" as well. Sounds fascinating.

He's adorable. I'd listen to him for hours straight in pure joy

we all had an R.E.M period in the 90's ....i think

Lovely to see Thom so open to talk these days. I want to start something creative for myself to understand the emotions Thom goes through with his work, must be a feeling like no other.

This man sets an example for me to continue on with my life and go with the flow. Thank you Mr. Yorke.

I was going to criticise Zane Lowe for being completely in awe of Thom but then I realised if it was me interviewing Thom, I would be an incomprehensible mess

Ive always fantasized meeting Thom Yorke at an airplane sitting next to me and he lets me talk to him.

Fuuuuuck! I remember seeing “Radiohead” at a free show in San Francisco in 1993! I put quotes around it, because for whatever reason (I’m guessing hangover, or jet lag, or both) the band never showed. It was just Thom all by himself with an acoustic guitar. Great set!

That ended on such a beautiful note. Wonderful interview. And all the talk about going through the Kid A/Amnesiac archives!!!! I really hope that they release something for the anniversary like they did with OKNOTOK.

This guy is one of the best interviewers of musicians I’ve seen by far. Had a great one with Father John Misty as well. So natural, so human.

I love how surprised he was to hear the impact he has had on Zane. It's like he has no idea how important he is and how loved he is by so many.

I will never forget October 2000. Kid A dropped and changed things forever. Seen them live in a massive tent a few days later. What a time.

Thom, clearer and more focused than ever. Way to go, Thom. Keep up your health.

Im so happy I live in a time where Thom Yorke makes music. He will never know the things he's done for people and the lives he has touched. Thank you Thom.

Fascinating to hear Thom so grounded, present, & genuine. An artist of alien genius who reveals himself to be a humble creative who works extraordinarily hard to construct work of alien genius.

glad to hear that about naps.. am going to stop beating myself up about it

I would love to see Thom explaining dreams to all the kids of the other four members

This guy music is saving my life

I relate soo much with what he said about those periods where you just stops and have to think about what you do again. Every artists have that I guess but also human beings in general, in a broader sense. We all had one moment (or I hope so) where we stopped and thought "what am I doing ? Is this what I want ? Is this the right direction for me ? etc" It is such a marker of what makes us human, I think it is quite beautiful

This was a great interview....really enjoyed getting to hear Thom speak like this. Thanks for everything, Thom!

I never tire of this man's creativity and thoughts.

What a great interview, err, I mean discussion. Just brilliant. The opportunity to speak with Thom in this relaxed laid back format. Once in a lifetime and we're all lucky to have a chance to listen in. THANK YOU!!

I have narcolepsy and I'm autistic and I freaking love Thom Yorke's breakdown of REM, sleep, and naps. YES NAPS ARE THE BEST.

In the 90’s I never connected with Radiohead, now at nearly 50, I connect so much more with their music. I like Thom, he makes a lot of sense. Great interview

To see his genuine heartfelt gratitude at the end was so beautiful!

Thom seems to let his walls down for this interview, whereas in the past he was understandably very protective. I don't know if experience, being a parent, or overcoming pain has made him more trustful of people. But it's nice to see that he's more ok with talking openly these days. Not oversharing but not overly suspicious of anyone either.

Holy shit! One of the best interviews ever, sort of a meta-interview but incredibly insightful of both participants. I want to see more from this guy. And Thom Yorke.

Thom Yorke gives us all a bit of his life force with every note. Humbling that such genius exists, but even more humbling it is given freely to us. His very essence is Art. His very existence is music.

I love this guy so much. One of a handful of incredibly intelligent musicians capturing the zeitgeist of the 90s and Oughts and more.

I could listen to thom talking about sleeping for hours

the last minute got in me tears. this man saved my life.

This was a fantastic interview. I think I learned more about Thom both as an artist and as a person from watching this than I have from any other interview. And of all of the great information he shared here about his experiences creating and performing, what brought me the most joy was what he said at the very end about his happiness and gratitide for his life situation. I love it!

This interview is beautiful. Thank you guys. Thom is one so down to earth. One of the best albums this year. Close to schlagenheim.

“Crumbs, bloody hell” love that very English response to being exalted.

I like the fact that he started with I’m 50 now. Whoo hoo, here’s to being 50. Always making me feel better about myself. Thank god for Thom Yorke.

He's getting better with age.. more smile and relaxed... Keep healthy, Thom yorke..🥰🥰😍😍

"crumbs, bloody hell" Thom Yorke is just the best

I almost cried with this amazing interview. Zane Lowe was so excited and did an amazing interview. What I love about Thom Yorke is the fact that he ALWAYS makes me say "WOW"

The last remark really got to me. Obviously, the edit implies that it was supposed to, but it worked. He's grateful that he can still process the events of his life through creating things "because it means he's still alive". Earlier in the interview, he seems genuinely awed by the fact that his idiosyncratic take on his world is resonant to so many others. It's a struggle to be a creative person who can't help but process the world through making stuff, but to find it resonant to so few. I wonder whether artists of his ilk would ever find an audience today, when so much of the proliferative work is done by the artist.