AWOLNATION - Barbarian (Official Music Video)

Official Music video for "Barbarian" by AWOLNATION
From the new album 'The Phantom Five' - out now!
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Directed by Darren Doane
Filmed by Darren Doane, and Raphi Henley
Edited and colored by Justin Warren
Lyrics:
Do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do (x3)
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​​I'm in a state of panic
​​I found a new habit
​​I think I got a new habit
​​Do-do
​​I feel it creep right through me
​​I'm in a bad movie
​​I'm stuck in a bad movie
​​
​​Animals will strike a pose
​​With cannibals that they oppose
​​And I'm afraid that I am a barbarian
​​
​​Animals will strike a pose
​​For talking heads, and rock & roll
​​And I'm afraid that I've become barbarian
​​
​​I think I’ll blow up my TV
​​It's been watching what I'm thinking
​​It's been watching while I'm sleeping
​​
​​I find in your tone demeaning meaning
​​I’m staring at the ceiling
​​And working on my breathing
​​
​​Animals will strike a pose
​​With cannibals that they oppose
​​And I'm afraid that I am a barbarian
​​
​​Animals will strike a pose
​​For talking heads, and rock & roll
​​And I'm afraid that I've become barbarian
​​
​​Don't look now, but they're coming for me and you
​​Do-do-do-do-do-do-do-do (x3)
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​​I see the animals will strike a pose
​​With cannibals that they oppose
​​And I'm afraid that I am a barbarian
​​
​​I see the animals will strike a pose
​​For talking heads, and rock & roll
​​And I'm afraid that I've become barbarian
​​
​​Yes, I'm afraid that I am a barbarian
​​And I'm not scared of you
Aaron Bruno - Vocals, Guitars, Synths, Drums

[@Zachliddick]

Please don’t let it be the end Aaron! Obviously we’ll listen to barbarians of cali but don’t let it be the end of AWOL!

[@natashasprunk7436]

This album is beautiful. The impact Awolnation has had on my life is immeasurable. And tonight, you've done it again. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I hope yall have a few more tours left for us!

[@mikebuehler755]

"I find your tone demeaning, I'm staring at the ceiling and working on my breathing" ...brilliant.

[@DaltonLayne]

Ohhh woww, this is that signature Awolnation sound right here. I feel like I'm in 2014 again. Amazing. I gotta listen to the whole album now.

[@Pancakesfordinner1]

If this is indeed the final Awolnation release it is a beautiful send off.

[@kaiviti88]

He’s hinted interviews that he’s open to more AWOL music after this one. 🤞🤞

[@anthonyandruzzi827]

Didn't know this is supposed to be his last awol album. Your comment ruined my day 😢

[@Pancakesfordinner1]

@anthonyandruzzi827 Noooo! He said he went into it with that intention but doesn't know yet if it will be or not. My thoughts are that if this is it, then it is fitting. Hopefully not, but just in case it feels poetic, they said they intend to tour, though.

[@James-c8m8x]

I don't know what it is about this song but I instantly started crying my eyes out. It's just so beautiful... I've never had a song that could do that to me. Awolnation has always been my first choice in music. I love it so much! Thanks for the beautiful album!

[@chiefbigcanoe3613]

This song is addictive.

[@marge2225]

Embrace your inner barbarian!

[@EmilyPorreca90]

How’s this comment 2 weeks old but the video was posted 5h ago? 😅

[@chiefbigcanoe3613]

Its been off and on KZbin for that time.. ​lucky I saw it when I did @EmilyPorreca90

[@ShivamRana-bm7ze]

😂

[@EmilyPorreca90]

@@chiefbigcanoe3613 ah, noice. ❤️ dedicated

[@zenseed75]

I never had a favorite band until Awolnation strolled into my heart. Sep 2011 at the Jimmy Kimmel show. They only played 2 songs but I fell forever. Aaron was wearing a labcoat if I remember correctly.

[@tylerchilds2783]

please don’t be the end of AWOLNATION 🙏 WE LOVE YOU

[@kaiviti88]

He’s hinted interviews that he’s open to more AWOL music after this one. 🤞🤞

[@EyesOfCalm]

​@@kaiviti88 has he said anything to make people think it's the last album? I've seen other comments of people worrying🤔

[@Crislalo09]

⁠@@EyesOfCalmyes he has

[@Broken-Frisbee]

​@kaiviti88 It's pretty obvious, homie. His other band is called 'Barbarians of California' and this song is conveniently named 'Barbarian'. The lyrics show that he is moving on from Awol. Most importantly the final lyrics, as he walks away

[@kaiviti88]

@@Broken-Frisbee loved that connection between the two projects! Also noticed the lyric “now I’m dumb” in When I Was Young is similar to the chorus of Far Out, Bro 🤷‍♂️

[@specyiald]

Can't get enough of this song ,been on repeat!

[@chiefbigcanoe3613]

LOVE IT! This album is killin it so far.

[@amandakennedy331]

Chills on that last line!!! "And I'm not afraid of you" 👏🏼👏🏼

[@michaelzarro8871]

Unbelievably great keep making music like this! Love it!

[@sarahcormier]

Aaron- the voice of a prophet who sings like an angel. THANK YOU for allllllll the music you've put into our hearts. The world needs your gift, your talent. Keep creating and God bless 😊

[@FeistyHeisty]

Just finished the album. 😢 Wow….what an absolute gem. ❤ such a beautiful record. “When I Was Young” hits home for me. Thank you AWOLNATION.

[@cardinalcopia2762]

Best Song on the Album for me 🤘

[@FeistyHeisty]

Listening to the album start to finish right now. ❤ I’ve been waiting so long for this day. And it’s finally here. Good Lord, life is beautiful when you let some AWOL sound waves hit your guilty, filthy soul.

[@VLADIMIRKELK]

Thank you, Aaron. AWOLNATION will be remembered all time, in my mind, in my heart. My soul will sing AWOLNATION any time. Thank you, Aaron.

[@zenseed75]

This is now my anthem for the next 4+ yrs.

[@angiemoxiemae]

AWOL has been significant at many corners and turns for me. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@Alluvian567]

Loving the album. But who am I kidding, I have loved them all. Still the only artist that has made more than 1 album where I have truly loved them all. Here come the runts took some time to grow on me, but I truly do love it as well.

[@Pumpkinlover-o6dPu]

I just want you to know what an accomplishment it was by you to win top place in my heart for music videos(for Panoramic View) you edged-out my favorite band (Pumpkins) and that is not an easy feat. You've even managed to edge out my most favorite song for that last 20 years . I am a relatively new fan; don't know how I passed you up all these past years, but, I am thankful I found your music, even if I am coming late to the party. Something in the air brought your song to me at just the right time. Love this so much- love to you and yours. Oh! and since I am a new fan - I have the pleasure of digging up all the treasures of the past @ AWOL. I am enjoying learning about AWOL and watching all their old videos, this is my plaisir du jour. The timing of me discovering you is perfect. ( I seem to fall in love with every video and song now, I love this one, too) ***** Edit, and yes, I am going to place this comment on every new video and footage of his discover, just so he knows. Who knows..maybe he might actually read it.

[@legendarytrash9000]

This only has 3 comments? How? This song is amazing!!! This album is also amazing!!! Keep doing what you're doing! You're amazing!

[@NR-we9fo]

How did you see this 4 days ago

[@legendarytrash9000]

​@NR-we9fo Its just showed up on my for you page. Top comment is from 3 weeks ago.

[@Pumpkinlover-o6dPu]

Don't say goodbye AWOL- please, I've just recently found you! I love those little phantom five guys so much. ;)

[@nikki_m7394]

I didn't think I could love a song more than Panoramic View, and then they released this one... 💙

[@cassicampbell2043]

Well this is just damn amazing !

[@Tylerthemememan]

I’m in tears 😭❤️

[@jeanamillis3078]

I’m so fucking excited to see you guys here in KC Mo baby 💜💜💜

[@KayvonJavid]

I don’t know how Aaron does it but almost every song from him gets stuck in my head

[@Alluvian567]

The absolute WORST thing about moving to a small Canadian town from California is not being able to see you live every year or two. It is a long trek to Vancouver for us. We have done it once and will do it again though as long as you are touring.

[@heresjohnny58]

This is the best song on the album imo. Such an oldschool feel to it, but only Awol could bring a nostalgic feel with a new track. Please never stop making music Aaron and Awol, we love ya.

[@mathewaddorisio4168]

2:00. "Youuuuuuuuu". I like that little touch..

[@_MissLoLo]

Happy Phantom 5 release day!

[@hiuryls]

Beautiful song tanks AWOLNATION great

[@hiuryls]

Become to Brazil

[@ollietaylor19]

I think I'm 100 of the views. Love you my dude, Please come to the UK.

[@specyiald]

Love Awolnation ,love the passion they have . I loved and followed Aaron from Hometown Hero, Eighteen just hit and still does till this day. Thank you for that 🙏

[@ToastGrape]

Love it. This is Awolnation! Can’t wait for the shows and the energy.

[@Crangel6903]

I’ve been counting down the days for this album…I looove it!! I already know it’ll be on repeat for a very long time ❤

[@Czechmate77]

Amazing man.. beautiful song and important message! You’re a rarity in the music industry these days! 👍🏼

[@ericburns7912]

One of the best songs on the album. Just found out this might be his final album. Makes me incredibly sad

[@hiuryls]

This album is top 5 2024!!!

[@holymoly8163]

There will never be better music than awols.

[@ShatteredCiv]

Nice! A one of a kind sound!

[@strangewayfaringstranger]

Definitely feels like the end of the summer jam. The lyrics are interesting, mixed with the rather upbeat music kind of paints a cynical tone.

[@Shnaypur]

I'm not the type of person who listens to bands by their albums or sticks to them. However Awolnation is an exception. I must say that I at least really like most of the songs made by Under the Influence of Giants and Awolnation, which does not ever happen for me. There's no other person or band which each time produces a high quality song with high likelihood of ending up in my favorite list. It's easier to list songs that I don't particularly like because there are so few of them. Hope I get to see you live once again!

[@rasbowsreptiles7310]

Album of the year

[@myfriendscallmepat]

Love the album guys! Great work.

[@RonaldJacksoneverythingmanband]

Thank you Awolnation . Utter masterpiece in this era. I think I will throw out my tv it has been watching what I thinking. Yes. ... Beautiful soul. Please keep pushing forward as your messages are saving so many. I sharing everywhere. I become a barbarian to.

[@MilanJhair]

this album is a masterpiece, thanks for making great music awol

[@justinkgunther5294]

Thanks for the new album! Hope it's not the last one!

[@BobcatWolfenstein]

Bittersweet. I hope it's not the end.

[@panzzer1200]

Album has so many great songs on it.

[@SlayerSC2]

Love the song and the album! Thanks Aaron and the rest of AWOLNATION.

[@DaneTV-MV]

My favorite track on the new record!!! AWOLNATION Forever!!! Thank your for the music!!!!

[@omek6]

This reminds me so much of Incubus lyrics, just amazing poetry.

[@thedubstepdoge]

This is a great song, this is my favorite from the new album so far!

[@serenab4]

Aaaah it's finally here. Awolnation never disappoints. ❤

[@lori8485]

Netflix should have waited for this. Would have been a great theme song for the Dahmer series.

[@JeremyReedMusic13]

ALWAYS BRILLIANT! Love the music and melodies you create! Really cool video! One of my favorite songwriters! 🤩😍🤜🤛🤟

[@hasanibrahimovic1110]

sounds euphoric ❤

[@blingo4977]

KZbin algorithms are crap, why do I find out about the release of a new song 2 months later?

[@goob6764]

*feels emotional* I’ve loved your work for the last decade. I tell everyone about you. All your work has consistently blown me away. Thank you for sharing yourself with us once again, or for the first time, or for the last time because we are grateful for this 😭🫶🫡😌🙏

[@EmilPiano]

Awolnation is the music of my late teenage years and introduction to my music journey. This album amazes me again, just like all the others. Aaron's music is honestly perfect. It always sounds so clean and pure

[@brianreames4525]

its the production for me, and the beautiful vocals. so great

[@spudi2821]

I love you AWOLNATION

[@kathyguerndt2795]

Just love you guys Love the visuals with this song Thanks for another incredible album

[@refrigeratrr]

this album is amazing!!!

[@josephkitchens1644]

Another good one from them! This style suits them best imo!

[@SwiftEpiphany]

That is really deep. 💯 TRUTH 👽🛸

[@antonfeirer]

Finally! The wait really paid off for this. A-MA-ZING work! It really has the vibes you mentioned in the bts video! Hopefully they're sending you off right into the next album :D

[@cindyhaddock]

Thank you!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ I remember us singing together at your concert. I listen to everything. Thank you for existing and continuing to put out art that saves me. I love you so much ❤

[@jeanettedjimenez]

Once again he did it again His new songs are a whole different vibe ❤

[@ThankYouByeBand]

God the chorus is SO addicting

[@TheClawNinja]

Happy AWOL day :)

[@Tylerthemememan]

Awolnation saved me from myself 💕 I hope he knows he helped my mental health so much! Thanks Arron Bruno! ❤️

[@shawnduffy1988]

amen

[@ozrielsparrow5234]

Beautiful!

[@BrandellaoftheInterstellar]

This song changed my summer. I can’t get enough of it.

[@jeanamillis3078]

Aaron if I wasn’t married I’d marry you just so you could sing to me everyday 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 I love your voice so much 🥰

[@enzocabanas403]

Really liked this one!

[@mariomintchev]

One of your best tracks…

[@JessicaPerry-888]

🪬♉️ Beautiful Light worker!! 😉✌️♥️✨️

[@PiedmontDronesLLC]

Great song from another wonderful album! AWOLNATION and Aaron Bruno's impact on my life extends beyond mere enjoyment, their artistry has become a crucial part of my personal growth and emotional well-being. Their music continues to inspire and motivate me, helping me to navigate life's ups and downs with a greater sense of purpose and positivity. Love you guys!

[@bensmart3520]

I want to go out of my way to say how much I have loved listening to AWOLNATION over the years. You're my most listened to band every year. The best music. The best lyrics.

[@MaxBoost27]

Wow wow wow! What a song!!! Hope there is a tour for this album. Heard "Panoramic View" Live and need to hear this one!

[@ChubbRubbins]

Love me some AWOL!

[@TheLab_Project]

😢 masterpiece

[@jayt.scratch]

Thanks for this great music Aaron. AWOLNATION FOREVER BROTHER

[@theartofscr]

I love this band to death!

[@duncwoodbridge7152]

totally loved every drop so far Panoramic View made my spine tingle JSSM amazing Emily Armstrong ffs what a beautiful pairing and now Barbarian so good my vinyl coming cant wait bloody UK postal service thank you AWOL 🤘🤘

[@moshjoshpitchief4418]

Thanks for the Edgefield show this last weekend. You guys were fantastic.

[@thedubstepdoge]

One of my favorite songs from the phantom five!

[@one66bigfoot]

Love it. Album standout with panoramic view

[@kylestraveljournal]

So awesome we got another great album, wish this band really took off. Such a great catalog of songs for all moods and tastes. Seen em four times in concert, twice front row! Need to make it a "phantom five" can't wait for the album tour! Maybe with Foster the People as a co-headliner?!

[@Somethingsomewhere911]

So sad that this is their last album. What a mark they left on me

[@RetroKingOG]

The scene with the microphone swinging looks identical to where I filmed parts of my music video 2 months prior to this release

[@Hy-Brasil]

dudes been warning everyone for years and they're still not paying attention.

[@BarnaliD]

HAHA! I read it "Barbaria N "... from the thumbnail. This video is so beautiful and simple. 🧡

[@DarleneEddy-w4f]

Finally! Some new AWOL!!!

[@akp42079]

This will be on repeat all day 💜🐼

[@beckycampana140]

Love it. But I'm curious as to what the new habit is. Is it chewing with your mouth open? Because if it's chewing with your mouth open, (*points to door*). 😂❤

[@lastcoby]

Amazing récord, one of my favorites

[@MontanaDaddy]

Was here for what was, here for what is, and here for what will be (whatever that is). Superb.