@iheanaju — 9x breakout

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Is this a plantation ninja?

@iheanaju

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Why it worked

The video likely performed well due to its unique and humorous take on a popular anime, addressing themes of race and representation in a comedic way that resonates with a specific audience. The use of relatable, albeit absurd, punchlines and the creator's energetic delivery contribute to its shareability.

Summary

A creator humorously recontextualizes the Naruto anime world through a Black lens, questioning character roles and plot points with comedic commentary. The video uses anime backgrounds and the creator's own dialogue to deliver punchlines about race and representation within the fictional universe.

Structure

1Introduction of the premise: "Being Black in Naruto"
2Humorous reinterpretation of Naruto lore and characters
3Creator expresses frustration with perceived hierarchy and orders
4Comedic commentary on voting for "Ninja Obama"
5Concluding with a humorous, politically charged statement

Product placement

The creator is wearing a red jacket with white trim, which is credited as "Jacket by @AnimeApe". The YouTube channel "YouTube.com/@iheanaju" is also displayed on screen.

On-screen text

@AnimeApe Jacket by Being Black in Naruto YouTube.com/ @iheanaju PLANTATION NINJA? IT'S THE BANDO SIX PATHS OF POVERTY. FOR MY NEXT MISSION. YOU'LL BE GOING HIDDEN IN THE SHE BUtter WHERE NOW? NINE-TAILED PITBULL FROM THE BABY MAMA JINCHURIKI MAN, I'M LEAVING THIS VILLAGE. LIKE YOU NINJAS DO YOUR CHILDREN. EXCUSE ME? ONLY TO RETURN WHEN B A. NINJA. HERE'S THE MISSION. I AM NOT THIS CHITTERLING COMMANDER! I'M THE CHUNIN IN CHARGE! I'M SICK OF YOUR COCOA BUTTER COMRADES MY WHAT? I SHOULDN'T HAVE VOTED FOR NINJA OBAMA.

Original caption

Even after the promotion no respect #naruto #sasuke