Ned represents the fickle nature of creativity. He only dives into the pool once the chlorine levels are just right, at which point his antlers grow, signifying creative flourishing.
Upon release, it reached #5 trending in the US and #2 in the UK.
As of early 2026, it has surpassed 646 million views on YouTube . twenty one pilots - Chlorine (Official Video)
The video became an immediate viral hit among the band's fanbase, known as the Skeleton Clique.
The video depicts Tyler and cleaning and filling a dirty swimming pool with water and chlorine. As they work, they are watched by Ned, a white, furry creature with antlers and bat-like ears. Ned represents the fickle nature of creativity
The character Ned was brought to life using a combination of a physical stand-in mold and 3D VFX, primarily developed by Timothy Bahrij starting in mid-December 2018.
The official music video for , released on January 22, 2019, serves as a poignant visual metaphor for the creative process and mental health. Directed by Mark C. Eshleman of Reel Bear Media, the video introduced the fan-favorite character Ned , a small creature representing Tyler Joseph 's creativity. Narrative and Visual Metaphors As of early 2026, it has surpassed 646
Watch the official music video for Chlorine to see the debut of Ned and the visual representation of Tyler Joseph's creative process: twenty one pilots - Chlorine (Official Video) twenty one pilots YouTube• Jan 22, 2019