Alien Ant Farm – Reason (Official Video) - An Emotional Rock Track with Creeptoons Animation

My maths is not very good at the best of times, but if Alien Ant Farm formed in 1996, then this year is their thirtieth anniversary as a band.  That’s a long time to hold down the same job, but as this song – and the gloriously macabre Creeptoons animation that goes with it – shows, the band can still pump out a banger after three decades.  The end of that sentence sounds a little bit rude, reading it back, but no innuendo was intended, promise.  Some people are calling Reason a return to form (or just a return, frankly).  However, to most people, this will sound exactly like what it is – a great rock and roll number.

The lyrics center on themes of accountability, healing, and personal demons, with the singer expressing sincere apologies to a partner – “I swear to God, I won’t break your heart” is a great line by its virtuoso simplicity.  The song has emotional rock vocals from Dryden Mitchell paired with driving guitar and rhythm sections. The animation mirrors the intensity and raw emotion of the lyrics, particularly highlighting the struggle to overcome internal obstacles and the desire for reconciliation. It is a great accompaniment to the track - and the band look great with a zillion teeth each.  Plus the sight of a giant alien ant rampaging through a city is something to behold!

Watch Alien Ant Farm’s Reason below.