DanDaDan's Opening is NUTS! | WIAOP? Otonoke

[@Truck-kun11]

The part with Momo and the boys dancing is the best part, it scratches a part of my brain reserved for goofy dances

[@Art3m1s_98]

Reminds me of the wavy hands part dance in Konosuba's second OP

[@oreotaku4017]

Okarun doing the Carlton

[@alexanderthealright]

That shoulder wiggle oozes goofy, fun dance energy.

[@petrus9067]

Same, it's my favorite part

[@Spor3frog]

Same, ironmouse animators also picked up on the shimmi

[@Joseph125]

Kaguya-sama was a shonen battle anime disguised as a romcom. DanDaDan is a romcom disguised as a shonen battle anime. In all things there is balance.

[@Walkingfenix]

I was so pleasantly surprised when the rom-com/slice of life elements cropped up. Bc I was really digging their relationship

[@Sperium3000]

The romance is way less present than the battle stuff.

[@Ins4n1ty_]

@@Sperium3000 absolutely not. SPOILERS AHEAD: The romance between Okarun and Momo and the... romance? between Vamola and the fat bastard are pretty much center stage for a while now. Especially with the end of magical girl jumanji arc.

[@thatoneundertalefanatic]

DanDaDan is everything disguising itself as just one thing. It might focus more on something every once in a while, but it's always doing everything

[@HarrisonBuck720]

@@Ins4n1ty_ is vamola and ero boy really romance or just one sided love? I mean I want to find that connection but it seems like more idolization of someone for a fantasy of his

[@Mrinsecure]

*Alien Invader arrives at home planet after trip to Earth* Alien: oh hey, you're back early Invader: Earth's haunted. Alien: What? *Invader grabs laser cannon, heads back to spaceship* Invader: Earth's haunted.

[@Nitram4392]

As a manga reader I can confirm this is pretty accurate.

[@Thecjam]

I understood that reference

[@micahthecomfortablehuman1324]

​@Thecjam I've seen this meme before, but don't know where it's from.

[@Mrinsecure]

@@micahthecomfortablehuman1324 It's originally a tweet. You can probably find it by googling "moon's haunted."

[@Nitram4392]

@@micahthecomfortablehuman1324 The first Avengers movie.

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Fun fact: This opening was directed by an Spanish artist: Abel Góngora. He has also worked in the Hands up Eizoken OP, as well as other projects like Devilman: Crybaby, Adventure Time, Ping Pong: The Animation, Ride your Wave, etc.

[@mothersbasement]

And he directed Scott Pilgrim Takes Off!

[@Amuro1X]

​@mothersbasement but (according to MAL) that's not anime, so that doesn't count. 🙄

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

@@mothersbasement yup!

[@ashasalany]

Man, I love the Devilman Crybaby OP so much!

[@Brasswatchman]

Wow. The anime industry really is starting to attract worldwide talent, isn't it?

[@Ray-wz8sg]

I saw someone point this out on the subreddit, but the stars around Aira and Jiji at 17:54 could be representations of their personalities. They're both popular and sociable people but Aira's stars are detailed and beautiful like sparkles on some fine jewelry, and Jiji's are simple and like little doodles you'd make in a notebook when you're not paying attention in class. They could represent how much effort Aira puts into to appear perfect while Jiji is goofy and unaplogetically himself, perfectly imperfect

[@yurikagarin0412]

I was originally going to point this out here as well but you beat me to it lol 🤙 (im the OP of that post)

[@zaratastari2457]

I never consider that good catch

[@Nia-jk4hm]

28:38 smh you missed the perfect opportunity for saying "Mano a Momo" great video though , the extra tidbits about Science Saru callbacks was real enlightening

[@Soldierofweeb]

It indeed is NUTS

[@ritacirocavalcante]

they are creepy, though

[@Soldierofweeb]

@@ritacirocavalcante you could say its creepy and nuts

[@erhanjpg1467]

I think it’s lacking in the nuts department

[@Soldierofweeb]

@@erhanjpg1467 it indeed is not NUTS enough

[@ronaldyang2295]

There is a town inside you

[@Rednightart]

I think the Tori gate represents the board game from later in the story. Its meant as a means of protection, but that protection is broken and twisted into becoming a prison for our MCs. Plus, that arch is what guards the second golden ball.

[@Bronimin]

he invented all this symbolism but failed to notice the big stone ball in thatsshot

[@resm-oe9ji]

@Bronimin He acknowledged the ball multiples times when talking about that scene. What are you on about?

[@Holly-khore-levina]

The second shot with Saeko could also be a lighthearted poke at the running gag of her (together with Turbo Granny) doing increasingly silly shit to get Okarun's kintama back in.

[@caosisaac]

God i dont know which i love more between the 2nd and 3rd times theu do this. The 2nd one was just perfection and, while i wasnt a fan of the 3rd time emulating the 1st time, the surprise twist at the end sent my sides directly to orbit to hang out with the serpos and globalists.

[@cglesner]

Hey Jeff! I actually have a small contribution to your breakdown! In the background of the cut where Okarun puts on his Gendo glasses is a close up of the engraved gold plate on the voyager probe that was specifically made to tell any future aliens out there about who made the probe and how to find our planet.

[@princessthyemis]

Wow!!!!

[@MarioAlbertoMatamorosMoraga]

Better watch this video inmediatly before it gets copyrighted

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Me too!

[@KingJH0510]

Just the title alone, 'Otonoke' such a beautiful play on words The word 物怪Mononoke means monster, the ke part uses the same kanji as the kai in youkai, so it means weird or supernatural Oto means sound 音, so Otonoke when written in kanji would be 音の怪, meaning supernatural sound, or sound monster Or, more suitably, earworm From the post-chorus we get 瞼の裏や耳の中 胸の奥に居着いてるメロディー、リズムに 'In the back of your eyelids or in your ears' 'The melody, the rhythm that remains at the depths of your heart' Literally talking about how the song itself is designed to be an earworm, lurking around the corner close to you And it fucking lives up to that because it is goddamn catchy

[@Not_Sure_Okay]

THE DEVILMAN RUN! No wonder that frame is so impactful!

[@ShinigamiSparda]

Really needed this distraction today. Also, feels like it's been a decade since I saw one of these.

[@scruffalumps]

big mood on needing the distraction today

[@Dharengo]

The guy I voted for didn't win. The sky is falling.

[@greenapple9477]

@@Dharengo I literally felt like that this morning. Couldn't relate MORE.

[@Dharengo]

@@greenapple9477 Dude, it's just a democratic election.

[@scruffalumps]

@@Dharengo the guy whose policies threaten myself and my friends won, and his people who he aggresively keeps in line have won every other level of the lawmaking body. they can do anything they want for the next 4 years. Yes. I am not happy about it.

[@robertfaulkkner5508]

Geoff flying away in his mothership was the funniest thing I've seen in a while. Thanks, editor Trey.

[@ApexGale]

What I love about that last portion as Okarun transforms is the underlying message. As he runs we see a brief cut of both Momo (from the left) and Turbo Granny (from the right) before he shifts into his masked form. It gives the impression that he is being "pulled" in two directions. For starters, his power is derived from the both of them - the power itself is from Turbo granny, but Momo's influence is what allows him to control it instead of being taken over by it. There's a neat bit of conflict and dichotomy there: young and old, progressive and oldschool, "good" and "evil." But I think it's cool that underneath it all, the main reason Okarun starts to change and become more confident in himself is due to the influence of two women in his life. Turbo Granny grants him a kind of "manliness" by turning him into this speed demon,but also literally takes it away (goodbye, family jewels). On the contrast, Momo refines that into a more controlled and "cool" ideal self. Or maybe I'm just over analyzing!

[@theoian]

This was needed today.

[@pastelcatnip]

Took the words right out of my mouth 😅

[@syrusangi8743]

You American, aintcha? 😂

[@chidorirasenganz]

@@syrusangi8743 😭😭😭

[@syrusangi8743]

@@chidorirasenganz There There. It's ok 🤗

[@littlecoffeebean6744]

@@syrusangi8743 Us decent Americans are embarrassed and horrified. This video was needed today.

[@epppyyy]

I MADE IT IN A MOTHERS BASEMENT VIDEO😭😭😭 SO HAPPY! LOVED THIS VIDEO TOO!

[@cloudbloom]

Yo are you THE eppy from SomeEuropeanChick?

[@Streek471]

Momo and Vamola Kaiju team ups with Kinta getting in his mech would go hard, can't lie.

[@caldervanegas240]

That would be sick and I can’t wait for that King Kinta scene to get animated

[@GodZefir]

@@caldervanegas240 I really hope we get a second cour because I really want to see the legend that is Kinta finally get animated.

[@lucaspinheiro9822]

@@GodZefir and a second season to get to the Cursed borad game arc too - i want to see Unji Zuma backstory animated soo bad - it's soo beatifull and sad backstory

[@caldervanegas240]

@@GodZefir there’s going to be second cour next summer

[@BelBelle468]

@@caldervanegas240I can’t remember a single good Kinta scene besides “10 gallon Weiner”. I guess that says something about me

[@mishisoo]

WIAOP is BACK?!?? If that doesnt confirm DanDaDan is the anime of the season, I dunno what will...

[@quintussertorius4447]

While I know it almost certainly not a deliberate reference, Okarun taking off his shoes reminds me of the greatest moment of the greatest anime mentor: Reigen Arataka. And connecting these two stories of psychic nonsense, that are actually profoundly effective character studies, brings my heart joy.

[@princessthyemis]

Ooooooooooo I just finished Mob Psyco 100 season 3 last week!!!! MY HEART!!!!!!!! it was so crazy and emotional!!!!! I loved it!!!! It felt like seeing old friends but new! 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥰😍😍😍😍

[@NiamhJP03]

I adore Mob Psycho and reading (and watching) Dandadan reminded me of it as well! Both have made me laugh and cry a lot, and though Dandadan hasn't taken the title of the season 3 finale (I was a wreck), it has come close with those heart crushing backstories. Both have such endearing characters that you come to love so much over the course of the story!

[@kami_OwO]

10:54 one detail that was missed here is that in this scene Okarun's background is that of the Golden Record sent along with Voyager 1 & 2 that contains information about life on earth, it's location and other stuff for any intelligent life form "Aliens" to find in case they stumble across it.

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Nice observation!

[@kami_OwO]

@fernandozavaletabustos205 thanks

[@mogerus]

14:01, there were eyeballs on those trees?! I've watched the opening so many times but never noticed those.

[@memorabiliatemporarium2747]

I can't wait for Jiji's arc! When it gears up, it just goes insane.

[@zaratastari2457]

I want to see people going wild with Jiji ghost form lol

[@Kleed44]

Your analysis and positivity always helps me in tough times Geoff - thank you!! :)

[@eh9618]

24:48 oh hey a reference to the original ultraman rise, which also just had a red background that flashes between red and white as the character throws his right fist to the screen as they grow in size from the camera's perspective. in okarun's case, getting closer while ultraman growing bigger

[@sael91]

Thank you for this much needed distraction today, weird but charming Canadian anime uncle.

[@jfess1911]

One of the weird things that sometimes happens to older viewers (I'm over 60) is that we see the "old" characters in a work and think to ourselves "That Grandma (Seiko) is one good-looking woman!". Just to be certain that my view was not tainted by dementia, I checked the Dandadan wiki which had the description: "Seiko has the appearance of a slender woman in her prime". Believe me, it feels especially odd when I re-watch movies and TV shows from my youth and realize I am now most attracted to the mothers or even grandmothers of the main characters!

[@RayGainbows]

King. I appreciate the shit out of you. You got me to read DanDaDan too. Now youre breaking down the OP!? Hell yea!

[@sparksdog8111]

Christ alive, thank you! I'm so glad you haven't abandoned this series of videos, even if you mostly reserve them for bigger shows. I need masterpiece content creation like this, times be tough. Also, you better have gotten a big bag for that lengthy ad-spot, that definitely should have earned you a permanent monthly payment from Crunchyroll.

[@davcap6043]

I always thought the stairs were referencing jijis arc, since we see very similar ones leading to his home in the manga!

[@brendanvierk7039]

Have not had the pleasure of seeing this latest video, but I just saw the 7th episode of this fun anime. Yet I didn't expect to view such a compelling expression of compassion. A tear even formed. Definitely awaiting what your response to it. Keep up the rather watchable work.

[@DerangedDurain]

I love your videos, and I especially love them when they help keep the gnawing pit in my stomach at bay. Glad you're here to help us keep our mind off things, thank you.

[@daychasermedia]

Today of all days, I am glad you decided to post. Thank you.

[@khandimahn9687]

Dandadan is insane. And yet through all the crazy there is good writing and characters. And the anime just captures the spirit of it all so perfectly. Even the English dub is perfect. I love it.

[@ryanphoenix2460]

It’s been a while since we have had one of these, definitely what got me into this channel originally too

[@timogul]

Man, you got an odd sense of the word "spoiler," given that this video is dropping before half the arcs you discussed. I read the manga so I'm fine, but if I were anime-only I would be annoyed at how future monsters and friendly characters get fully described. This video would be fine after all of s1 dropped, but is a little early to not put that stuff behind the "spoilers wall."

[@jna9197]

21:49 just a tiny nitpick, but the surname Choi (최) is pronounced more like “Cheh.” Totally understandable mispronunciation given the counterintuitive anglicization. Sorta like how Seoul isn’t homophonic with ‘soul’ but sounds like “suh-ool”. Great vid!

[@connorf6478]

I was hoping you would do an OP breakdown for this fantastic song! Couple things you didn't mention but that I have seen pointed out - the phrases "kuwabara/くわばら" and "haireta/入れた" in the lyrics are both references to Japanese supernatural superstition. Saying "kuwabara" is supposed to ward off bad luck/lightning strikes, and "haireta" is what the possessed target of the yokai Yamanoke says when she gets possessed

[@eh9618]

10:22 hey, the way okarun puts on his glasses is also reminiscent of ultraseven using his ultraeye to transform

[@aidenmb7932]

Otonoke is... idk what it is about it, but every time I hear it, I can't help but feel so happy and upbeat. It's basically my go-to song rn

[@cartho1103]

I read a translation of the song, and it's very uplifting

[@caosisaac]

Creepy nuts are the masters of earworms

[@Blankego]

Just binged it last night and its great. I love it.

[@Scarnehu]

Watching before this gets attacked by youtube. Thanks Geoff. I NEED a distraction this morning

[@FiatVentusCreations]

That sketchy shot of Okarun and his run makes me think so much of a movie the studio worked on that I absolutely loved, Inu-Oh.

[@siha-]

15:47, That might be a reference to Vamola's planet

[@GMBagly]

I was hoping you'd talk about this anime.

[@mothersbasement]

Won’t be the last time!

[@statesminds]

The ending is awesome too and so happy to see Zutomayo getting some love. Theyre so good and creepy nuts and them being in same awesome anime is so cool

[@nintenjowo]

I appreciate the timing of this video, needed it after a day of scrolling n seething

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Perfect opening Jeff! We were all thinking that😂😂😂😂

[@Rincewind19]

"link in the doobilydoo" takes me wayyyyyyyyyyy back 😮😮

[@AMVDon]

Glad you’re covering this OP! It’s different and perfect.

[@yaminogame]

Damn! Feels like FOREVER since we have gotten an anime op analysis. I am here for it!

[@karddoespiano2300]

Dandadan and "shiiiiiiiiika" are living rent free in my head any second I don’t think about anything. Thanks 2024 anime

[@Slowtastic]

The serpo's pose is actually just a little bit more like Ultraman Taro's Strium Beam than it is like the OG's Spacium Beam

[@GodZefir]

"I wonder if there's a new MB video." -Me while finishing the Rick and Morty vid 3 minutes ago.

[@ndro_gyny]

This is my favorite anime now. The manga was already great but in this case the anime is so much better. God I love their little love dynamic. It is the cutest effing thing.

[@runeoka]

DANDADAN DANDADAN DANDADAN DANDADAN DANDADAN

[@LAK_770]

Lmao “translate to English”

[@timothymclean]

​@@LAK_770TASTING TASTING TASTING TASTING TASTING

[@MyNameIsNotSteve]

3:40 this exact frame, frames Jiji’s hairline like Evil Eye however that might just be a manga thing cause its always somewhat like that

[@brenohenrique6666]

The lyrics are a golden nut of a finding that I'm glad i took the time to look it up

[@KingJH0510]

This video feels like it should be watched after the anime finishes airing, or at least after episode 6 As of now, episode 6 isnt out yet and there are way more spoilers than just the end part

[@PredictableEnigma]

Sounds like you didn't watch the ep 5 post credits scene

[@KingJH0510]

@ that was an episode preview, not a scene And he talked about way more than just that

[@HeirOfDrills]

Great job across the board as always! Been a fan since the very first WIAOP! But I can't help but notice that you didn't mention the 2ch creepypasta "Yamanoke" at all! First, there's the tie to the Lyric "It's inside (x5)"/ "入れた(x5)" which is what the woman in the story says over and over again after being fully possessed by the Yamanoke (Mountain Spirit). Second, the name of the song "Otonoke" (Sound Spirit) being an homage to the story name. Both are in katakana as well (ヤマノケ＆オトノケ). Lastly, and this last part is just my own personal interpretation, that would imply that the "dandadandandadan[...]" chanting in the song is also a result of being possessed by the Sound Spirit, or the very song itself!

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

LOVE YOUR CONTENT JEFF! THANKS FOR THIS ❤❤❤❤❤

[@CamKoudo]

Oh hell yeah WIAOP is back!! So glad Geoff is analysing this opening filled with so many references!!

[@sadsnipermarina]

I think about this video series everyday please bring it back fr

[@lordglitch4266]

I almost forgot about the "yokai are why aliens havent invaded earth yet" plot point for the longest time in the anime, until... Reiko Kashima

[@mjbrownii]

2 things. DANDADAN hits different 😂. And 2nd a while ago you made you a video where you recommended Horimiya to watch. And I finally got around to it earlier this year, and that was easily one of the best recommendations I’ve ever gotten if you see this I just wanna say thanks. URL became one of my favorite songs to vibe to. Again thank you for all you do.

[@mjbrownii]

Also Creepy Nuts casually makes banger music😂

[@FoolsGil]

I can't help but feel if DanDanDan was on Toonami back in the day my life would have changed

[@Linklex7]

Yeah but we wouldn’t have gotten the cool OP. Toonami rarely showed original openings usual opting to make their own

[@tacwolf4962]

Thank you so much for this video and all of the research that went into it! That was amazing to watch!

[@Jai137]

So, one minor thing you missed is that the Turbo Granny body shot has her clothes and hair moving around, as though blown by the wind, or as though she's on the roof of a train

[@Gottzchalk]

Your Op analysis is fantastic, as this chaotic anime explores the world's mysteries, especially love.

[@somewizardguy1495]

Commenting before watching: I just saw this in my sub feed and I am HERE FOR IT! I fucking love the Dandadan OP and this is gonna be a good “What’s in an OP?” Vid I just know it.

[@robertsunderman9534]

Glad to see the return of WIAOP! I know you stopped becuase they didnt get the views compared to other videos, but they always were my favorite series of yours.

[@twrex-13]

The staircase in the woods reminds me of the stairs to the shrine in Tenchi Muyo, but I have serious doubts if that was the intent

[@soulzero22]

Also I missed What’s In An Op. Glad you are still doin it.

[@filiperodriguesaquin]

Me, an Ultra fan, when watching the first episode, was like "wait thats the classic Ultraman opening" And the BOOM, Momo hits a silhouette with her earring doubling as an Ultra eye. I was immediatly hooked

[@omargonzales3]

To me when Okakun’s glasses turn golden in the first sequence is referencing the first time he meet Turbo Granny. In a sense he is now Turbo Otakun he shows confidence and calm composure which is contrast to the blue silhouette where he shows shy and a meek posture.

[@grazyrj]

Duuude, we are only on episode 5 over here, we haven't gotten to some of the info you spoiled at 2:56 and 3:32 yet my man!!

[@Leeon_King]

Okay I thought that I was bugging!! I had to go check to see if I missed an episode lol yeah, he slightly jumped the gun lol

[@D_3_]

That first one was in the episode preview after the credits

[@Leeon_King]

@D_3_ Sure the clip is shown but it's not explained that she finds his first ball. That's spoiler. It is what it is and wasn't intentional but grazyrj was correct in the call out.

[@D_3_]

@@Leeon_King maybe it's just a little more obvious to me seeing as I know what the Japanese word for balls is but it also wasn't really subtle about it either. I will concede that it was still an after credits preview and not something many would have watched

[@amcd-b]

I fucking love this show and I've been watching it on repeat. Never would've discovered it with your latest season's overview. Thank you, Geoff!

[@Izaya30]

16:59 If colors have a lot of meaning what if that orb is granny's soul that she's desperately trying to grab, It would make sense when they have granny in the next shot and they zoom out from her. Its just a theory though.

[@Drying_Pan]

What's in an OP has returned?!?! I still like your other content, but this was definitely why I subscribed. Good stuff!

[@jibibi9109]

28:31 I don’t fully remember but I’m pretty sure Tatsu has written a manga about a high-school girl where this is pretty much the concept so he def WOULD do this lmao.

[@ConvincingPeople]

21:23 Thank you, Geoff, for pilling the masses on the violently deranged pleasures of Kemonozume and especially its all-time banger of an OP, "Auvers Blue".

[@nanardeurlambda]

10:55 subtle asymmetry in the pose here. as pointed out by scott mc cloud, you can imply dissatisfaction and/or weakness in a drawn character by taking a pose and making it assymetric

[@joshuachapman247]

Great job on this by the way, always love these OP essays.

[@pixelbomb97]

"We have a severe lack of battle anime focused on speedsters" You're just gonna sit the and act like SonicX doesn't exist?

[@tedweird]

It's always nice to have a professional anime OP stuff noticer around

[@ipeconick]

If Momo could change her size and become giant it would be Yukinobu Tatsu referencing Yukinobu Tatsu

[@ChrisPTenders]

On behalf of at least a couple of anime-only fellas who boldly blink and miss the warning with a glimmer of defiance in our eyes, thank you for the tasteful and delicious spoilers. We salivate for the future of understanding that awaits us.

[@Faction.Paradox]

I don't know why Netflix gives you a skip intro option, what kind of unhinged maniac wouldn't want to watch Dandadan's intro another time?

[@pescime33]

I'm that unhinged maniac 😂. I really don't like the song, but love the anime.

[@TAHK0]

whoa, me jumpscare 7:17 (thanks for the shoutout!!)

[@rek8193]

Serene teen tractor-beam, I see you.

[@wavewingman5993]

All these Ultraman references are a good reminder that I am, as always, praying for Geoff to make a video about tokusatsu.

[@Sebboebbo]

Da basement king is back baby he neva miss we're eating good today y'all

[@ilias6443]

With an OP this cathy, it´s easier said than dandadan.

[@thomlaflamme]

You know the first video of yours i watched was the WIAOP for Erased, and the last one you did was a while ago. Hell I forgot you did this series so it's nice to see it again and for DANDADAN no less. Hard to believe its been 8+ years, Keep on keeping on. *Rayleigh wiping tear gif*

[@kingace6186]

In America, we just suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of fascism. Everything is fked. So you have no idea how much I need this as a distraction. Thank you for making this 30 minutes long, Just, thank you. Haruhi help us all.

[@es9221]

Popular and electoral vote = fascism? Yeah I think people just voted for what they wanted man.

[@lloydlego6088]

Calm down. He didn’t do anything as drastic as that the first four years. He didn’t stop Biden from assuming his presidency, from 2016 to 2020 women were not turned into slaves. Nothing like that will happen in the next 4 years.

[@lrgogo1517]

Well, _now_ I'm UN-distracted! >:(

[@nikolavideomaker]

Trump isn't fascist, chill. Like last time, not much will change.

[@allansilva9419]

I was waiting for this specific video since the anime debut. Thank you!

[@KingDeadMan]

0:35 Doesn't apply to me. I actively avoid looking at the screen when the OP plays because it gives me so much contextual information. When I do look at the OP, it feels like i've watched the entire show because I'm already expecting certain thing to happen in sequence.

[@sfgsam2311]

Thank god. I've been thirsty for actual breakdown of the OP since the first episode came out.

[@nothingNovember]

Lets fuckin GO!