WHAT IS HAPPENING?? Reaction to Ryan Gosling - I'm Just Ken (Barbie)

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  • @throga
    @throga  3 місяці тому

    THANK YOU for watching! If you enjoy this video, please hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE or buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/throga

  • @gypsywoman9140
    @gypsywoman9140 Рік тому +2114

    This isn't just a song; its a journey towards self-acceptance

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +170

      We definitely understood that better after seeing the movie and putting the song in context :)

    • @ashleesaavedra4740
      @ashleesaavedra4740 Рік тому +19

      This took me out 😂

    • @areafurrynone1913
      @areafurrynone1913 Рік тому +6

      @@ashleesaavedra4740A song took you out of the BARBIE movie 💀

    • @gxlden_cookie8
      @gxlden_cookie8 Рік тому +7

      @@areafurrynone1913werent they talking about the comment

    • @sallyhelmick9107
      @sallyhelmick9107 Рік тому +7

      Love Ryan singing…very entertaining

  • @SoundSista222
    @SoundSista222 Рік тому +2423

    I think its a great song but i really hope they release the full dance video with the song as without it the full genious of it doesnt work. Its becoming iconic but imaging grease lightning without ever seeing the full routine its not really going to be understood the same way

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +238

      We're hearing that from everyone! We definitely need to go see the movie to get the full scope of the song :)

    • @petraw9792
      @petraw9792 Рік тому +37

      Would've been a massive spoiler to show the fight.

    • @jenniferhiemstra5228
      @jenniferhiemstra5228 Рік тому +25

      @@throga You absolutely do! This movies honestly unironically quite good, and fun as hell!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +28

      We watched the movie and just posted a PART 2 reaction video! ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

    • @evelyn2307
      @evelyn2307 Рік тому +5

      I’m sure they will ones the video is out & I really enjoy this part of the movie 😂 plus I was surprised Ken was the villain.
      Ryan Gosling is the perfect Ken in my opinion.
      Ken-enough 💪🏻✌🏻

  • @kjn410
    @kjn410 Рік тому +760

    They killed it with this song. The 80s vibe to it brings in just the right amount of drama. Ryan was phenomenal. Clearly he’s not just Ken.

    • @KitsukiiPlays
      @KitsukiiPlays Рік тому +60

      He’s Kenough

    • @EmmarainePink
      @EmmarainePink Рік тому +8

      He IS Ken, because Ken is phenomenal, because he's Kenough.

  • @marieq9936
    @marieq9936 Рік тому +427

    "Man, I never realized how tough it was to be Ken!"
    And now we know, after 60 years.
    Ryan Gosling did a good job with this song.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +22

      Yeah, he really did an amazing job!

    • @Rugelacharugula
      @Rugelacharugula Рік тому +8

      Ask women seeking higher wages or employment. We’ve been in that position for awhile.

    • @merkinidgit
      @merkinidgit Рік тому +7

      @@silentwater79That was actually a significant part of the movie. The patriarchy affects men and women just differently.

    • @flugsven
      @flugsven Рік тому +4

      @@silentwater79 It's a lot easier without the patriarchy. Sharing the economic burden, sharing taking care of the kids (gives the fathers a deeper connection to them) sharing the work load at home in general.
      Makes men more relaxed, and in touch with themselves.
      Young men have a very different approach to this than their fathers have, at least where I live. (Sweden)

  • @flofee
    @flofee Рік тому +839

    It’s a rock opera, it’s like a Bohemian Rhapsody for Millennials

    • @NereaBrecht_rtist
      @NereaBrecht_rtist Рік тому +16

      Nope, actually kids born after 2000 are called Gen Z. So it's not for Millenials...

    • @flofee
      @flofee Рік тому +34

      @@NereaBrecht_rtist Actually, it’s the Millennials who grew up playing with Barbies and are all about the Barbie hype. Gen Z are more likely to spend their day on Tik Tok than watching a Barbie movie.

    • @NereaBrecht_rtist
      @NereaBrecht_rtist Рік тому +3

      @@flofee but we are talking about these song and the movie, not about the Barbie doll. This song it's made in 2022-2023, so it's wrong to say that is a Bohemian Rhapsody for Millennials.

    • @BoilingHotCoffee
      @BoilingHotCoffee Рік тому +22

      @@flofeeokay wrong again, the youngest gen z is 13 years old now. TikTok in its current state has only existed since 2018. And the vast majority of its users have joined after the pandemic kicked into full gear. So no, they did not “grow up” with TikTok

    • @mxrdersimulator
      @mxrdersimulator Рік тому +12

      ​​@@flofeehi, uh, gen z here (i was born in 2003). i grew up w barbies, lol. the youngest gen z are like 13 by now, you're thinking of the next generation down. tiktok wasn't a thing til i was 15 lmao.

  • @blissfullycat02
    @blissfullycat02 Рік тому +1017

    Hearing it without having seen the film is insanity... it fits SO well into the scene but out of context its like musical whiplash lol
    There is a touch of Zoolander in it, definitely, but its far deeper than Zoolander was in the end.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +79

      Musical whiplash is a great term!! Haha yes we definitely need to see this song in context with the film.

    • @karimajor1165
      @karimajor1165 Рік тому +17

      So so so good - Ken is my favorite part of the movie and I grew up loving Barbie, Skipper, Allen and Ken

    • @cherylesbenshade9331
      @cherylesbenshade9331 Рік тому +16

      I saw the movie and loved this song. You really do need to see the movie to truly appreciate the emotion everyone puts in to the performance. Ryan Gosling's voice was perfect for this song. He was Ken.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +9

      @@cherylesbenshade9331 we just saw it and posted a Part 2 review! Such a great song and movie :)

    • @cherylesbenshade9331
      @cherylesbenshade9331 Рік тому +2

      I'm glad you both saw the movie. Enjoyed your Part 2 review.@@throga

  • @BillBrasky5351
    @BillBrasky5351 Рік тому +553

    Apparently Slash worked on the song. Ken's fur coat is a nod to Stallone. And also, Ken's name is written on his black leather fanny pack in the Metallica font... thats so f*kin cool man. Loved it.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +26

      haha that is awesome!

    • @lalathestylist
      @lalathestylist Рік тому +30

      He also had a headband on 😅

    • @BillBrasky5351
      @BillBrasky5351 Рік тому +40

      @@lalathestylist Kobra Ken

    • @kellymcphaul2793
      @kellymcphaul2793 Рік тому +6

      People seem to be confused on these points lol

    • @MikeTheYokel
      @MikeTheYokel Рік тому +17

      Also Wolfgang Van Halen and Josh Freese (new Foos drummer). Thats a pretty stellar collection of musicians

  • @vickypoole9066
    @vickypoole9066 Рік тому +308

    You had to be there! In the movie the dance scene and the song was FABULOUS! I'm 70 and this is the FIRST time I've been to the movies in 10 YEARS - I begged my granddaughter to go again JUST so I could watch that song/dance again. I've watched every clip on You Tube - I want to save the whole scene and watch it again and again.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +32

      We are going to watch the movie and post our thoughts - visual context is clearly needed! lol

    • @hellopeople6138
      @hellopeople6138 Рік тому +22

      I’m so happy you enjoyed it so much! I’m 19 and I loved the movie so much, I cried a lot. I’m seeing it again, this time with my mom.

    • @anastasiakann3428
      @anastasiakann3428 Рік тому +7

      I went twice for the exact same reason 😊

    • @emmerile
      @emmerile Рік тому +10

      I watched it the first time with my mom, she loved it, I watched it yesterday with my friend who was blown away by Ryan Gosling's Ken even though she usually can't stand him, and another friend hasn't seen it yet... I guess there will be a third time for me haha

    • @fortmacmom3122
      @fortmacmom3122 Рік тому +4

      I’m 57 and I’m with you. Fabulous

  • @nikkiberns1365
    @nikkiberns1365 Рік тому +316

    I heard in a Did You Know trivia video that Mark Ronson wrote it as a joke for Greta, who actually liked it and sent it to Ryan, who went NUTS for it and made it the dramatic rock opera interpretation it is now. Which blew Ronson away with surprise 😂

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +24

      that's awesome!!

    • @mothralord1709
      @mothralord1709 Рік тому +39

      They literally rewrote and adjusted parts of the script to accomodate the song 🤣🤣

    • @melissapatterson3218
      @melissapatterson3218 Рік тому +14

      The difference between an artist who acts and someone who got into acting because they looked good enough 👏👏👏

    • @HRHDMKYT
      @HRHDMKYT 10 місяців тому +1

      I think it even won an award. Golden Globe? Oscar? Something. Just hilarious.

    • @susancherry5203
      @susancherry5203 10 місяців тому +2

      Ryan Gosling is beyond great in Barbie. He is just as great in La LA Land.

  • @PeaceLoveDolls
    @PeaceLoveDolls Рік тому +219

    They better have this song performed at the Oscars. It is epic.

  • @bookwyrm8181
    @bookwyrm8181 Рік тому +744

    His high note at the end was unexpected and glorious

  • @therattusrattus
    @therattusrattus Рік тому +796

    id say the song is all over the place without the accompanying scenes in the movie; in the cinema it didn't seem out of place at all but for the disembodied song they have to chop parts of it together. i found it weird in hindsight too lmao

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +102

      You bring up a good point! I bet if we saw the choreography and storyline as it was happening it would flow much better :)

    • @Phelie315
      @Phelie315 Рік тому +69

      @@throga in the cinema I was basically on the floor laughing the entire song :D

    • @therattusrattus
      @therattusrattus Рік тому +62

      @@Phelie315 definitely felt the kenergy

    • @Emihasdreamstoo
      @Emihasdreamstoo Рік тому +3

      Even when I was watching it during the movie, it felt like it didn’t fit into the movie at all-

    • @spartanK42
      @spartanK42 Рік тому +34

      @@Phelie315 I loved how the whole musical number just kept escalating in ridiculousness lmao.

  • @angyliv8040
    @angyliv8040 Рік тому +426

    Ryan is a musician and plays several instruments. He has a band and he made an album. And I love the retro style it has.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +52

      I had no idea he had a band - we will have to check that out!

    • @angyliv8040
      @angyliv8040 Рік тому +50

      @@throga yes, it’s called “Dead man’s bones”.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +23

      We just watched the film - Push was my favorite song!! Here’s a PART 2 our our reaction: ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

    • @Aqualyra
      @Aqualyra Рік тому +4

      ​@@throgait's like low-fi goth mashed up with doo-wop, but they add in a kids choir.... Pretty unique. Kind of Tom Waits vibes, as well.

    • @l.g.2888
      @l.g.2888 Рік тому +1

      ​@angyliv8040 Every time I'm reminded that Dead Man's Bones is Ryan Gosling's band I get whiplash and then immediately forget I ever knew that fact. 😂

  • @heathertimothy5571
    @heathertimothy5571 Рік тому +163

    I saw this movie for the 4th time yesterday, and hearing this song again makes me want to go for a 5th. It drives me nuts that they don't have the full scene online. It's amazing. It makes so much more sense when you see the entire production.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +7

      It's sooo good! We went and watched the film afterr doing this reaction video and posted a Part 2 as well at ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

    • @TexasCat99
      @TexasCat99 Рік тому +12

      I saw it today. Never wanted to see a dumb "barbie" kids movie. But it was recommended by many people, even thou I'm a guy (I have sons, nope from them) - and I loved the movie. This is the best song (Billie is great of course). Such simple words with important meaning.

    • @Jackiedyk
      @Jackiedyk Рік тому +2

      You people are making me want to see this movie? I was so against seeing it.

    • @heathertimothy5571
      @heathertimothy5571 Рік тому +5

      @@Jackiedyk I've now seen it five times, and I'm trying to convince my husband to go. It's really not anything like you think it's going to be.

    • @Jackiedyk
      @Jackiedyk Рік тому

      @heathertimothy5571 Yeah I was so against seeing it. I was getting tired of seeing all the barbie and pink stuff. But I really like ryan gosling. I was a little obsessed with la la land recently . Just kept playing those songs over and over again. I think i'm going to Have to go see it.. I know for sure my man would not like it. He can't stand Any movie where they start singing...

  • @stanisawzokiewski3308
    @stanisawzokiewski3308 Рік тому +131

    FEEL THE KENERGY

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      hahaha

    • @crystalfajman3732
      @crystalfajman3732 Рік тому +13

      "I'm Kenenough" has got to be one of the top movie quotes of the summer.

  • @bellsthesultana
    @bellsthesultana Рік тому +167

    I cannot recommend enough that you guys watch this scene in the movie, my friends and i were all puzzled when we found out Ken would have a solo but then as we watched the scene my friend let out "this is a fever dream but like an amazing fever dream? I still can't believe they went for it and that i'm liking it" lol
    Also, little nods to Grease and Singing in the Rain in the movie, if you guys like musicals

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +12

      haha that's great! And yes, we both are into musicals as well... perhaps something to react to as well. If we can find something we haven't seen yet!

    • @bellsthesultana
      @bellsthesultana Рік тому +1

      @@throga oh hell yea, i cant wait to see your next videos!

    • @kellymcphaul2793
      @kellymcphaul2793 Рік тому +2

      Total fever dream lol

    • @kaelosinjin3557
      @kaelosinjin3557 Рік тому +1

      Glad I wasn't the only one to notice Singing in the Rain.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      We followed your advise and watched the film! Here’s a PART 2 of our reaction: ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

  • @elpepe4445
    @elpepe4445 Рік тому +61

    This must win best original song in the next Academy Awards!

  • @Crafty_Spirit
    @Crafty_Spirit Рік тому +122

    I love the bombastic composition of this song and the shifts in musical style. In spirit it reminds me of my favourite Prog Rock bands of the 70s and Queen, too. And Ken is just so relatable. Feeling so badly treated by fate, and craving someone else´s attention, experiencing frustrations of desire. A pinch of comedy is in the vocals, however outshone by a tenfold passion and self-compassion. Marvellous.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +4

      thank you for the comment - we agree!

  • @antenant9294
    @antenant9294 Рік тому +92

    [Vocally] "He's pulling out every trick in the book". Interesting to hear you say that, just from the singing. He does the same in the film, giving it his all (acting as well as the singing). You can't fault his dedication to role.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +14

      I don’t intend that statement to be in a negative way - simply that he’s utilizing all aspects of his voice. He sang it perfectly!

  • @Medra207
    @Medra207 Рік тому +54

    Oh let's just face it! Ryan Gosling was born to play this role! (along with Margot Robbie as Barbie) I think he proved he wasn't too old to play this role. He's multi-talented.

    • @sharonkendell-j4r
      @sharonkendell-j4r Рік тому

      He was fabulous , his innocence love for Barbie, just crack me up

  • @debbyszatmari7899
    @debbyszatmari7899 Рік тому +57

    Oh you must see this movie to get even more appreciation for Ryan’s performance in this song. I have become utterly obsessed with it, absolutely rock opera feel. I hope it wins awards.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      we watched it and posted a Part 2 reaction video!! haha its was great!

    • @temetnosce888
      @temetnosce888 Рік тому

      ​@@throga Looking forward to seeing Part 2! You guys should pin a comment of your own on this video saying you watched the movie and posted a part 2, and include a link to that vid, so people can funnel from here to there!

  • @sarcasticmanner
    @sarcasticmanner Рік тому +62

    Just saw movie for second time. This song is VERY visual. Tons of dancing, loads of campy fun. First time to your channel, as I was searching the song. I’ve liked and subscribed!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      Thanks for the comment! After everyone telling us how great the movie was - we decided to do a PART 2 after seeing it: ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

  • @twinEAH
    @twinEAH Рік тому +87

    Great analysis. I loved it. I love this song but especially Ryan Gosling's performance. It was excellent. So believable. It surprisingly really tugs at the heartstrings.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +2

      Thank you - we agree!

  • @plarnston
    @plarnston Рік тому +147

    I loved this song, I've been listening to it after seeing the movie. I had no idea Ryan Gosling could sing until "City of Stars" was played to me on Spotify. He's a solid vocalist!

  • @Denes2005
    @Denes2005 Рік тому +159

    It was produced by Mark Ronson, i don’t even know why anyone is surprised this is a masterpiece

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +7

      He nailed it!

    • @dancechica
      @dancechica Рік тому +2

      Funny thing was he wrote it as a joke and didn't expect Greta to use it

    • @yoonahkang7384
      @yoonahkang7384 Рік тому

      omg now I get it

    • @flor9389
      @flor9389 10 місяців тому

      He got Josh Freese (drums), Slash (guitar), and Wolfgang Van Halen (guitar)

  • @HollyRobertsMusic
    @HollyRobertsMusic Рік тому +23

    I'm basically addicted to this song which is why your video appeared in my UA-cam algorithm 😅

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +7

      Well I’m glad you found us Holly! We are fans of this song now too and seriously need to make time to go and see the movie! Haha

  • @meredithsutton1485
    @meredithsutton1485 Рік тому +103

    Love your thoughts! The musical interlude is a dance sequence in the movie, so I found it less jarring in context. Without the dance in front of me, it definitely feels a bit off--but still pretty in line with all the 80s-rock-opera vibes.
    I was definitely worried that Ryan Gosling's voice would sound overproduced, maybe the fit the polished, plastic Barbie aesthetic. Instead, I'm thrilled to hear how raw he sounds when he sings. It really does give weight to the song, reflecting Ken's turmoil and growth.
    (Go watch the Barbie movie. It's a lot of fun!)

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +9

      Thanks for the comment - we couldn't agree more! And will do :)

  • @bgosl
    @bgosl Рік тому +82

    Love the fact that you let good portions play before pausing and commenting, sooo many UA-camrs will pause every damn 3 seconds to the point where you lose all track of the music😅
    This song is really a lot, and Gosling went really far with it - it does deserve the full context of the movie though, so I’d recommend watching the whole thing✌️

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +16

      We really appreciate the feedback and will continue to keep that pacing in mind :) And I agree, I'm sure when we see it in the movie it will flow much more!

  • @saamori2484
    @saamori2484 Рік тому +41

    This was an excellent reaction video. I look forward to more. Ryan gosling did an amazing job. That song was all over the place but makes since in context with the movie.

  • @kellymcphaul2793
    @kellymcphaul2793 Рік тому +39

    He is so talented and has numerous musical endeavors. I’ve been jamming this song since it came out.

  • @jaimiebuchanan4671
    @jaimiebuchanan4671 Рік тому +11

    Can you feel the Kenergy?! Genius. 😂 This is a modern classic and I'm obsessed. Ryan Gosling is killing it 💖 Loved the reaction vid, and the genuine surprise and shock 😊🎉❤

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @stephcoker
    @stephcoker Рік тому +68

    You hadn’t seen the movie and first comment is “I never realized how hard it was to be Ken” - sounds like they captured the story completely in the song! Thanks for doing this!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      The song was so good we went out and watched the movie! Part 2 reaction video is out now :) thanks for the comment!

  • @denapattison6363
    @denapattison6363 Рік тому +14

    You guys knocked it out of the park! I fell hard for Ryans singing in a superbly quiet little film called "Lars and the Real Girl" and in that, he was just goofing, in the woods with his ukelele and doing it all in falsetto. I knew he was seriously gifted then. But, back to you two. Keep 'em coming!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому

      Thanks so much! We've definitely got more videos coming!

  • @dorianr4770
    @dorianr4770 Рік тому +24

    I absolutely adored how Johnny -without having seen the movie or heard the song before - just heard seconds and was able to plunk out part of the piano part. I love people who can do that, that's awesome.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +6

      It amazes me EVERY time he does it!! lol

  • @laurenbendik2006
    @laurenbendik2006 Рік тому +27

    This is my first time seeing a songwriter reaction video and im in shock how u listened to the song for a short amount of time and were able to recreate the ‘chord progression’ as u called (i dont do music lol). My mouth dropped.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +4

      Thank you for the comment! Yes, Johnny is insane - it helps that he has "perfect pitch", meaning he can hear a note and identify what it is as easily as you or I can recognize a color.

  • @RFDeStefano
    @RFDeStefano Рік тому +26

    I love this song! Ryan is an amazing artist!

  • @clairekane4157
    @clairekane4157 Рік тому +29

    It's a masterpiece & RG needs an Oscar ✌️

  • @trudymeans3520
    @trudymeans3520 Рік тому +31

    I loved it! (Surprisingly.) He also sings "Push" which I hope they re-release as a single. Barbie has her own turn with "Closer I am to Fine". All in all, a fun movie made even better because of the music. Thanks for the reaction. It's always fun to hear what real musicians think of things like this.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +11

      Others have brought up “Push” as well - we may need to check that out!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +4

      Just saw the film and I agree that Push should be it’s own release!! Here’s a PART 2 reaction: ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

    • @Mulbert
      @Mulbert Рік тому +3

      His cover of Push is on the Best Weekend Ever edition of the album! His "I wanna take you for ghuhraunted" is iconic 😅

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому

      thank you :)@@Mulbert

  • @cathyortiz1280
    @cathyortiz1280 Рік тому +19

    Feels weird to hear it outside of watching the movie. In the movie, it makes sense & is great! It is like a rock opera song.

  • @carriew5106
    @carriew5106 Рік тому +53

    The video for this song convinced me to put aside my cynicism and watch the film. Personally I think this is the highlight of the film. I hadn't made the Meatloaf association, which completely makes sense and also might explain why I like it so much.

  • @NellieMac35
    @NellieMac35 10 місяців тому +2

    The Christmas version of this is brilliant! ❤

  • @cerka27
    @cerka27 Рік тому +19

    Johnny is so talented. I love that he can play it by ear. This was a great song and a great movie. ❤

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +6

      Thank be seen him do that for 25 years now and it always amazing me!

    • @yoonahkang7384
      @yoonahkang7384 Рік тому

      those are years of practice

  • @serenitysfirefly
    @serenitysfirefly Рік тому +8

    I was not expecting mullet rock in Barbie! This song definitely gives me Kansas and Aerosmith vibes , with a cheeky nod to the opening of Aha's "Take On Me" around 5:00 .

  • @TexasCat99
    @TexasCat99 Рік тому +25

    This song wasn't supposed to be in the movie, and its Oscar worthy!
    (wiki) Mark Ronson recorded a demo of "I'm Just Ken" and sent it to director Greta Gerwig, although he wasn't expecting it to be included in the film. Gerwig, however, loved the song and played it for Ryan Gosling, who plays Ken. Gosling stated that it affected him "deeply" and asked if he could perform it in the film. Gerwig had to rewrite an important scene in the film to accommodate the new addition.
    This song works on so many levels for men. It's simple, and even guy-stereo-type "And I'm great at doing stuff" - Guys do have feelings, and on so many of us keep those inside. Expression of pain, and depression = shame. Crying = weakness. ugh. Crying is a release, and holding that it - hurts us. The song is great, but its too short.
    The Barbie Movie is NOT about toys... and hopefully Mattel does NOT think the other toy/board game movies will become hits. We do NOT need a movie about UNO or Magic 8 ball.
    They were lucky to get Greta Gerwig and kept their hands off. The movie is the perfect balance of comedy, silly and serious. That is mad skills.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for the insights! Yeah it's a great song, and they obviously made the right move by adding it to the movie!

  • @areshi4470
    @areshi4470 Рік тому +12

    This is great, I’m excited to see more reaction from y’all!! 🥰

  • @straak
    @straak Рік тому +28

    It's called "KENERGY!" guys.

  • @cas9065
    @cas9065 Рік тому +14

    I so want this song to win an Oscar.

  • @TabbyeLynne
    @TabbyeLynne Рік тому +29

    I'm begging you to go watch the movie while it's still on theatres, not only is the song a lot less jarring with context but it's also an excellent movie

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +7

      So many people are telling us this…. Think we need to make it happen and report back!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +6

      Thanks for nudging us to see the film! We just posted our final thoughts after seeing this song in context - ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

  • @teresawright5654
    @teresawright5654 10 місяців тому +1

    You should watch the awards- he sang this song and people were on their feet and singing he was so into that song. It was great!

  • @Overprotected1111
    @Overprotected1111 Рік тому +16

    I love this song!!!!! Best lines!!! “Why can’t she see she man behind the tan hand fight for me!!!” AND “I’m just Ken I’m good enough! And I’m great at doin’ STUFF!!!” THE BEST!!!!!! 💯💯💯❤🎀💄💋👠🛍️ CAN YOU FEEL THE KENERGY????????!! Lol - GOOD STUFF GUYS!!! (Oh n SLASH contributes to this fantastic piece of art pie!!!)

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      Great comment! Thank you :)

    • @BboyKeny
      @BboyKeny Рік тому +1

      It's my new personal theme song. Since people call me Ken.

  • @mrsfahrenheit
    @mrsfahrenheit Рік тому +14

    the song really gives me Meatloaf on one hand but on the other Queen vibes as well with the whole changes in style in one song almost from ballad to rock to 80s to almost musical theatre again love it😂

  • @hollykm
    @hollykm Рік тому +6

    In the future I'd suggest reacting to the music video version so you have a visual, which is pretty helpful for understanding all the crazy key changes in this song! And probably for other songs too

  • @susien7323
    @susien7323 10 місяців тому +2

    Ryan Gosling was a musketeer at the Mickey Mouse Club. His musketeer class did include Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera and Carrie Russell. You know a musketeer is the entire package. Also, he was on star search as a dancer so he really started out as a child actor.

  • @lalaelectra
    @lalaelectra Рік тому +15

    I saw the movie because of Ryan ❤❤❤ I love both songs he sings in the movie. Good review guys.

  • @Gun4Hire888
    @Gun4Hire888 9 місяців тому +1

    I saw him do this at the oscars and i was blown away. I never thought i’d be singing “im just ken” when walking my dog. Can you do Farewell Transmission from Jason Molina?
    The song is pretty epic and the origin story is too

  • @Angelica_Rodriguez39
    @Angelica_Rodriguez39 Рік тому +5

    I didn't realize Ryan could sing, so this was a welcome surprise -- he did so well with the song and the role in general. I LOVED the campiness of it in pairing with the scene itself.

  • @denisadellinger4543
    @denisadellinger4543 Рік тому +3

    It is a really catchy song and I've had it on my mind for three days since I saw the movie.

  • @Sassyglbeauty
    @Sassyglbeauty Рік тому +21

    Did no one else pick up the Monty Python part of the video? Where they are pretending to be on horses? Lol. The video is just genius. It takes so many different iconic films and pays homage to them!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +2

      haha that's great!

    • @citylily
      @citylily Рік тому +8

      Actually thought they were doing Psy's dance from Gangnam Style but either way the having a horse was important to Ken. ❤😝😂

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +5

      @@citylily Yes it looks like they used Gangnam style intentionally mixed with holding a horse's reigns! haha

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      The scene with the horses was hysterical!! We just watched the film and posted a Part 2 reaction :)

    • @Sassyglbeauty
      @Sassyglbeauty Рік тому +1

      @@throga lol. Awesome! Just watched! Appreciate ur remembering my little comment. Lol.

  • @The17Ireneable
    @The17Ireneable 10 місяців тому +2

    I didn't catch the first feeling when I've seen the movie few months ago that the song is great, but now after seeing the performance at 2024 Academy Awards I understood it can give just positive vibes and smile, and I've see during your conversation now that both of you had smiles. It is really simple good and pity is it didn't get Oscar, but hey,....it stole the show, definitely. 🥳 It will be remembered as a bright spot in a pile of negative ones!

  • @angelacarstensen
    @angelacarstensen Рік тому +5

    I loved watching your reactions ❤ The fact you hadn't seen the movie made it awesome as did the cat's cameo ❤️😸

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      thank you so much! We actually just went and watched the film and plan to post a Part II as well :)

  • @suebrown7358
    @suebrown7358 10 місяців тому

    I’m back because this is the first place I experienced listening to I’m Just Ken. I keep remembering Johnny’s reaction to the line “and so am I” 😂😂😂🎉 love love love this song and your reactions! It keeps modulating!🤣🤣

  • @ravenofthewild
    @ravenofthewild Рік тому +1

    As a non musician watching Johnny hear something for the first time and then play it perfectly just from hearing it blows my mind. What a gift to have...kuddos. And a fun reaction. Thanks 🙏

  • @maggiecate1
    @maggiecate1 Рік тому +27

    You should check out his version of “Push” - it’s quite the Rob Thomas tribute!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +4

      interesting!!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      I agree - His version of Push was amazing!! I talked about it briefly in our follow up video at ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

  • @marie-ie5no
    @marie-ie5no Рік тому +44

    CAN
    YOU
    FEEL
    THE
    KENERGY

  • @myturn926
    @myturn926 Рік тому +57

    Ngl i got plenty of queen vibes from this song. This is something freddie mercury would create

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +11

      I can see that!!

    • @kellymcphaul2793
      @kellymcphaul2793 Рік тому +11

      He would fucking love it!

    • @flofee
      @flofee Рік тому +12

      It gives me Bohemian Rhapsody vibes!

    • @Boykotron
      @Boykotron Рік тому

      So AI cover is coming

  • @Katsu_ragi
    @Katsu_ragi Рік тому +9

    Shirley Jones was definitely feeling the Ken-ergy. She wanted to go out and hunt!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +2

      hahaha for sure!

  • @ShinobuWakuWaku
    @ShinobuWakuWaku Рік тому +3

    It's amazing how this song might seems stupid but when you'll analise lyrics and the whole movie, you see how deep meaning all of this has

  • @ruthbennett7563
    @ruthbennett7563 Рік тому +8

    I hear a bit of Elvis Costello’s style in Ken/Ryan’s vocal performance, especially in the « blond fragility ».
    I think you’re on to something when you mentioned that it feels like a montage/pastiche of styles, with different pop icons’ vocals referenced.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      cool reference!

  • @JenniferApproved
    @JenniferApproved Рік тому

    Songwriter, you landed quite a few jokes there that had me in stitches!!!!! I’m obsessed with this song and so happy to see this content. It’s hard to follow that with a suggestion OMG! Salad by Blondshell is a current new fav. I’m about to see her in MN. Look Up by Joy Oladokun was a moment where I really felt the love of the universe seeing her live. I’ll think on this. Can’t wait to see more!!!!!

  • @kellymcphaul2793
    @kellymcphaul2793 Рік тому +14

    Also Slash played the guitar solo lol

  • @LindaSesker-f4i
    @LindaSesker-f4i Рік тому +5

    I love Ryan Gosling! Great, funny man& partner & Dad

  • @evelynchew9590
    @evelynchew9590 10 місяців тому

    Thank you guys, this was great! I loved the movie and watched the song a few times over but not being musically trained I couldn't tell WHAT it was about it. Your analysis made it clear--I hadn't realised how complex it is musically in terms of how many genres and keys it was going through, and then ofc the raw human emotion and imbalances in his voice make it very real, which is an interesting counterpoint to the visual appearance of Ken who is halfway between plastic doll and vulnerable sensitive new age guy... Liked, subscribed AND rang the bell ;)

    • @throga
      @throga  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the song and we’re happy to have you as a new subscriber!!

  • @isaactupou1914
    @isaactupou1914 Рік тому +1

    Happy I got to watch first reactions to this timeless masterpiece, goosebumps everytime.

  • @mimisheean3411
    @mimisheean3411 Рік тому +3

    I think the song is brilliant and Gosling’s depiction is perfect!!

  • @PaullaFromCardiff
    @PaullaFromCardiff Рік тому

    The full dance along with the song is amazing! You guys chose the right song to premiere your show.

  • @amandalong220
    @amandalong220 Рік тому +34

    The fact that they keep using such quintessentially "masculine" references means that Mark Ronson + co. hit the nail on the head when creating this song. (Meatloaf, Metallica, Rocky, "I just want to hit a slab of meat or something.") Just wait until these guys see the movie! It just fits so perfectly! LOL

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +3

      They absolutely hit the nail on the head! We watched it and even posted a part 2 react video :)

  • @Ari_014
    @Ari_014 Рік тому +3

    Loved the cat's reaction-!!!! 🥺💖

  • @crystalward1444
    @crystalward1444 Рік тому +2

    It's actually Slash because Top Gun plays influence briefly (pardon the pun) on Ken.

  • @TheDayDreamingOwl
    @TheDayDreamingOwl Рік тому

    I hope yall get to see the actual scene or the full movie! Ryan Gosling was fantastic and this is my favorite scene in the film, and both him and this scene/song have cemented this film as one of my favorite movies of all time! It's an awesome movie and I hope to get to see it!

  • @sash9249
    @sash9249 Рік тому +2

    That one sequence was the highlight of the film for me. Glorious.

  • @atheo_1
    @atheo_1 Рік тому +1

    The behind the scenes video was great because you can see parts that were cut from the movie.

  • @Duumoo3103
    @Duumoo3103 Рік тому

    Loved the video! The cat appearance is such a plus

  • @thestarkster9940
    @thestarkster9940 Рік тому +20

    Having seen the movie, I can't help but smile from the fist 5 seconds of this song. This part of the movie is just pure camp and delight for fans of classic/retro movies and music. Btw do you take reaction suggestions? If yes, please check out One Ok Rock "Take What You Want" live from Ambitions Japan Dome tour 2018. I'm interested in your reaction and analysis as a vocal coach. The band's vocalist is considered as one of the best rock vocalists right now. I'd put him as a spiritual successor of Chester Bennington, who is one of his biggest influences.

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      You sold me at "Chester Bennington"! I've just added this song and band to our reaction list! Thank you for the comment and suggestion - we look forward to checking it out :)

    • @thestarkster9940
      @thestarkster9940 Рік тому

      @@throga I really appreciate it, man. Looking forward for your reaction!

  • @LionKimbro
    @LionKimbro Рік тому +6

    Yeah. Def a rock opera. And I heard the Journey.

  • @Celeste-cc3hu
    @Celeste-cc3hu Рік тому

    Love this song. I had a blast hearing it for the first time in the cinema. Such a great production

  • @yoonahkang7384
    @yoonahkang7384 Рік тому +1

    I get the magical chills with this song (musical orgasms) and I dont even understand why

  • @fiwebster9814
    @fiwebster9814 10 місяців тому +1

    Brilliant that y'all made the Jim Steinman connection!

  • @SherylWoodhouse
    @SherylWoodhouse Рік тому +2

    ❤ this movie. It is history of Barbie, a fun and visual time with very deep meaning when audience members take the time to grasp all the concepts Greta was conveying. Kudos to Ryan to is a visual and audio delight!

  • @mainaheart99
    @mainaheart99 Рік тому +3

    I think it's important to know that Gosling has a history in music. I didn't even know it was him at the time I fell for "Dead Man's Bones"!

  • @jaenudinranger4977
    @jaenudinranger4977 Рік тому +8

    Watching the movie
    I laughing so hard in ken song scene

  • @Paradise-on-Earth
    @Paradise-on-Earth Рік тому

    I LOVED your expertise that made me understand the movie so much deeper. Thank you!

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому

      You’re welcome! Thanks for the comment.

  • @VeronicaHSong
    @VeronicaHSong Рік тому +2

    I really enjoyed the video! I hope you do one about the great Layne Staley, it's really sad that so many ppl never got to know this amazing talent. It was both raw, but from everything that I've read- he also went to the best vocal teachers in Seattle, which in my opinion only makes him better, and makes me respect him more. I feel like if you get a present from nature (like amazing abilities and a beautiful voice)that is a tool, and you need to nurture it and never take it for granted - or you'll lose it

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for the comment and suggestion! Layne was amazing! And the harmonies with Jerry Cantrell just took it to another level. We are both VERY familiar with his work, but perhaps we can dig up a live performance to react to :)

    • @VeronicaHSong
      @VeronicaHSong Рік тому

      @@throga For me, and I'm sure that for many others, that would be amazing. He really was one of a kind, vocally, artistically, and it seems - humanly

  • @throga
    @throga  Рік тому +61

    We watched the movie!! Watch PART 2 reaction here: ua-cam.com/video/TyoaemaXW8A/v-deo.html

    • @justlivin8629
      @justlivin8629 Рік тому +3

      Me bawling through it 😂

    • @sadem1045
      @sadem1045 9 місяців тому

      Please watch the version of this movie performance with the ASL interpretation that was uploaded by MAX. The deaf woman who did the interpreting was just amazing and there's am entire version of the Barbie movie on MAX where she stands in the corner doing THE ENTIRE film in ASL.

  • @dellison58
    @dellison58 Рік тому

    Great reaction! Gosling killed this song, and Johnny's offhand reference to Wedding Crashers cracked me up!

  • @monicamerle1417
    @monicamerle1417 Рік тому +8

    Meat Loaf! How didn't I realize that sooner? 🤔 Thing is, I saw the movie twice but this is the first time I listen to the song in isolation. It has a very 80s soft rock style, very Meat Loaf indeed. I've been wondering why Ryan sounded so different in "Barbie" compared to "LA LA Land" and you just gave us the answer 😁

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed the reaction - thanks for the comment :) We just watched the film as well and posted a Part 2 lol

  • @sharonkendell-j4r
    @sharonkendell-j4r Рік тому

    it’s sooo fabulous and funny and a big production ( to me ) I love it 😂😂

  • @redangel169
    @redangel169 Рік тому +1

    The movie is great satire and all the actors completely sell it. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

  • @sailingsam3815
    @sailingsam3815 Рік тому +7

    I hope it gets an oscar nomination😅

  • @christyc2756
    @christyc2756 Рік тому

    I really enjoyed the use of keyboard and guitar to play back what you were hearing. As a very musically ignorant person who is normally processing song lyrics without much other conscious awareness of music, it helped me hear what you were hearing. I'm mentioning this feedback because it is something that might make me interested in watching more of your videos: if you can help me "hear" and deepen my awareness of music despite being untrained and having no technical understanding of music (only liking things for how they make me feel).

    • @throga
      @throga  Рік тому

      Thanks for your comment! We will def be utilizing the piano and guitar in all our videos :)