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Someone described Tool to me as 4 guys playing different songs at the same time and it somehow produces magic.

You were listening the Patient but reading lyrics of Lateralus. Same album different songs🙂Welcome to TOOL rabbit hole.

You are the first reactor I have found that has started their Tool journey with "The Patient"! Such a deep song lyrically, musically and even personally for the singer. If you research what happened to Maynards mother and how long she suffered then you will begin to grasp his deeper meaning to being patient with caring for his mother, his patient. He often has multiple meanings possible to his lyrics. I look forward to further analyses from such a beautiful, intelligent, introspective, and open person willing to see deeper into music and especially this band. God bless you on this journey of enlightenment if you choose to 'spiral out' with us. Try "the Pot" next as a mainstream hit, 46&2 for a psychological and genetic journey to our higher selves, or "Descending" for a real trip through the fall and hopeful rise out of these crazy times we are in today. Thank you for your fun insightful reaction.

The entirety of this album will completely blow your mind and fluster it in the most unexpected ways.

It’s about time you listen to Tool. They’ve been around for over 30 years. Yes, it will be a journey. Please do more Tool.

Tool doesn't make it easy to feel their music but my god the rewards when it clicks... this song and this album are so important to me. This band will become an obsession if you delve in. This album is a spiritual experience for me. Literally. Especially the title track Lateralus. It touches the divine nature of the universe. And to think I didn't like this album when I first bought it! But after a week or so I was obsessed. That obsession became part of my personal growth as a person and it's so much more to me than just an album. It feels more like a doorway to my mind and a lens to help understand the abstract experience of life. Sounds crazy and maybe silly, right? Spiral out. Keep going. Spiral out.

Rollercoaster is probably the #1 description of Tool's music, along with a journey. Welcome to the wonderful world of Tool. It only gets better from here. Keep reacting to them and the Tool army will follow. Can't wait to watch your journey. Spiral out...keep going.

Very unusual way to start a Tool journey, but I am all here for it! The Grudge next, or literally anything else by them, they are one of the greatest bands that ever graced this earth

Love the fact that you read the lyrics to the "Lateralus" song and not to the song you were actually listening! 🤣

More Tool please!! Their library is impressive, mind bending, and totally satisfying.

Oh god i CAN'T WAIT until you react to more tool, what a ride ahead! Please PLEASE when you get to Parabol and Parabola, find a version that plays both continuously, otherwise you miss the brain shattering transition Happy holidays

It's hard to pick a favorite tool song, but the ones about his mother hit home the most.

Glad you found TOOL. They are often very overwhelming at first, but it resonates after and you come back for more. They are a genre for themself and masters of timeshifts and packing 300 riffs in one song. For first listeners is recommend: The Pot. More accessible and rounded. I can recommend: Right in Two, 46&2, Parabola/Parabol(allways together), Vicarious Maynard is a phenomenal singer and if you want the big scream go for The Grudge(25 seconds scream), if you want another band that perfectly shifts between different sounds and switching styles listen to Opeth. They mix so many genres it is really amazing. Opeth - Harlequin Forest would be my first listeners recommendation.

Tool is a fun rabbit hole.

Ive heard this song a million times and that heavy bass drop still gives me chills every time i hear it. Enjoy this journey and the Tool army will follow you the whole way. Alot of reactors have done their whole discography.

TOOL always keeps you on your toes. They tend to do 4 full loops of each part, which sometimes I don't life, but in songs like The Grudge, they'll cut themselves off from the 4 loops and just cut in with the next, rising part. Really cool how they do their music. Impressive, to say the least.

The Pink Floyd comparison is very apt. Both bands are very philosophical by nature and greater than the sum of their parts, as well as very unique in their approach to songwriting.

My favorite part of this reaction is when she starts reading the wrong lyrics.

You did a great job with a very deep and complicated song, even for Tool. I'd love to see you react to The Pot, it'll be much easier on your brain I promise

Oh please do more TOOL. Not the easiest song to start with but it was fun to watch! Welcome to the spiral. TOOL Army checking in.

Welcome to the music of Tool! So many songs from this band to experience. Also if you enjoy Maynard's voice, he's in two other bands that are equally as amazing: A Perfect Circle and Puscifer

You picked my favorite song by these living legends 🔧Thanks again ❤great reaction... their music heals and helps open your third eye, that's why it hurts 😀 descending is fun, there's never a tool song too long

The text you read was a line rom ''Lateralus'' actually. ''The Patient'' is definitely not the most ''beginner friendly'' of their songs. And i guess TOOL is sort of an aquired taste. Ear and brain hava to adapt a bit to their style of music. i had my struggle with it at first too. But man, was it worth the effort to dive into it. I hope you can enjoy the ride. As i did finally. 💎

Welcome to Tool ! I have been to a lot of great concerts in my time, but Tool was on a different level... I walked out saying to myself "WTF did I just experience", it was an awesome experience.

I’m so excited for you. I wish I could experience tool for the first time again.

literally the first time i hear any tool song im like wtf is this noise, then a week later its my favourite song haha.

Maynard's vocals on this song is so touching, it's not my favorite song by them but his vocals are just beautiful here. And takes some time to digest Tool songs, and when the process completes, Tool becomes your new religion. They are something else completely.

Finally Tool!! Been waiting on this!! Enjoy the ride my friend and Merry Christmas

Nice Reaction. Perhaps my fav tool song.

Welcome to tool, you will love your journey x

Do more tool you explain it very well. Its music to its purest form!

My favourite part of Tool is that every member has a solo. My other favourite part of Tool is how they all play their solo at the same time

You really jumped right in the deep end with no floaties on this one. Good job. More dammit!

tool is definitely an experience that goes far beyond music... It's like it contains a universe in itself... mathematics, philosophy, poetry, art, harmony, metaphysics...... On a conceptual level, this band creates a perfect fusion between rhythms, lyrics and visual elements that explore the depths of the soul. His lyrics always remain open to interpretation of the listener, which further enriches this journey into the deeps of his universe..........next song should be "Forty-six and 2."

Welcome! “That’s heavy!” You certainly have the tool-face! Keep going!

You just stumbled upon one of the greatest bands in the world! Enjoy!

I am a MEGAFAN of Tool. I’m not sure how much you’ve heard of them, but to me it appears that you haven’t heard them much. Keep trying on the songs. They are all masters of their craft. After hearing a few of the right songs (for you), you will become hooked. Tool is something you dive into. Before long, you’ll be looking into their lyrics, their timing, their vibe. Here are just a few to check out among many, many, MANY Tool songs. Sober Pneuma Vicarious Opiate Schism The rabbit hole runs deep if you dare to chase the rabbit. Good luck my friend! :)

One of my favorite T00L songs. Spiral out!!! Keep going 🌀

I am a huge Tool fan. I am 20 now and they actually shaped my music taste so much. When I was 13 I listened to Schism for the first time and that song is the reason I bought a bass and an electric guitar. This band is amazing, The Patient and Lost Keys/Rosetta Stoned are my favourite songs

Crazy for this to be the first tool song you ever listened to. Definitely more accessible stuff out there to get you started

The way you’re describing your feelings about this song is EXACTLY the reason tool fans love this music! It’s definitely not background music it requires a certain amount of concentration from the listener and if you do that you’ll be rewarded with a musical orgasm of sorts.

Maynard James Keenan in my opinion, is the most underrated rock vocalist. He doesn’t really get brought up that often but his versatility is amazing! He can do soft spoken vocals, to just great singing, to heavy vocals! Not many other singers have his range

Glad to see a reaction to this song. Its one of my faves that hits home. Does not get enough attention like the others. Too bad you read the wrong lyrics. :p ty nevertheelss

Will be back for more Tool!

Merry Christmas, Beautiful Rachel

More Tool please!!!! These guys have been showing other rock and metal bands how to do it for 30+ years. Their music is such a journey. VERY HIGH level musicians!

I’d love to see more Tool on your channel 😊

It's spiritual!....It vibrates something different in you!!!

I love watching Tool fans being born. Young lady, keep listening, you have no idea the wondeful journey you are about to embark on.

TOOL is the rabbithole everyone should stumble down into. ❤

Pneuma and Right in Two .. are my two favorite songs by Tool .. thanks for this reaction Ray

Curious on other reactions to tool Subbed.

Great reaction! Please more Tool!

Tool very rarely follows that formulaic song layout that you described. Pay if the appeal for me is that one you do learn the cadence of the song and anticipate the changes of tempo and drops, it gets so amazing. The Patient is a very interesting place to start the journey.

welcome to the TOOL rabbit hole... this will be a musical journey, so glad you can experience it... hear parabol/parabola, The Pot, 46 & 2..... I love this reaction...

@13:40 your gut instinct was right, I feel…”Mind[blowing],” lol. Came across this reaction on chance, & I have to say this is one of my favorite *authentic* 1st-time listening reaction to TOOL videos that I’ve ever seen! Honestly, I think you should go back & watch your facial expressions as a fledgling TOOL fan is born…it’s sorta miraculous & I’m positive that the “TOOL Army” of fans will descend upon your channel, if you post more of these fantastic, musically cosmic journeys of 1st-time listens & reactions. It genuinely warmed the cockles of my heart to see in your face the same emotions that each & every Tool fan will be all too happy to to relive “vicariously” (har-dee-harr you fans that already get the pun…) through your genuine 1st-time reaction vids. Liked & subscribed; please keep ‘em coming! I’d personally request Wings for Marie Parts 1 & 2 (they go together too well to skip one or the other, plus it’s one of the songs that Maynard James Keenan, the vocalist/lyricist, wrote in tribute to his mother; who passed away after fighting a terminal disease for 22 years (..?) I think? I’m rusty on the exact length of her illness, but roughly 10,000 Days; the title of the album that the tracks can be found on. Anyway, cheers for the vid - I loved it.

This isn't the greatest Tool tune to start off with if you've never really listened to them before, amazing as it is. If you're gonna keep doing Tool songs, which would definitely increase your subs BTW, I'd start off with "Vicarious", "46&2", or "The Pot". They have a bit more of the standard formula for songs you mentioned. Notice the tension and release elements in this one though, almost as if it was a resolution when you listen to the lyrics. Definitely not your typical cookie-cutter band.

This is the single most meaningful song I've ever heard still.

More Tool !! this band is a hidden gem

You've made it to the rabbit hole! Tool is a very deep pool of music to access; not only in terms of the lyrics and vocals of Maynard James Keenan, but from the plethora of poly-rhythms on display. Their music makes your brain think trying to wrap your head around what is going on at first; however, that is also what makes it so fun and engaging to listen to. In terms of starters for Tool some of the comments have already mentioned it but "The Pot" is another really good starting song to get introduced to the band, "Sober" is very interesting too especially if you like Maynard's vocals, also "Rosetta Stoned" (That one keeps you on your toes a lot, though its definitely a fun listen).

I listen to this on repeat anytime I'm waiting around in a hospital

More Tool please, and enjoy your journey now that you've found them. :)

Every song is a an adventure

Toooooollllll it's COOOOOL🔥

Welcome to the rabbit hole... This is definitely one of their more underrated tunes, best enjoyed with the Eon Blue Apocalypse intro. Have fun and enjoy your journey! Gonna wait it out...

You have to do the song lateralus, now that you are familiar with the lyrics

What you are feeling when hearing this song is exactly what the song is trying to convey, the tedium of being a perpetual medical patient, and trying to hold out hope for it to resolve in a positive way

This is your first tool song? Wow 😮 welcome to the TOOL army

Finally you start the Tool journey! More please! This is just the very tip of the iceberg.

Ah, nice to see your first tool experience. :D Thanks for sharing it with us! It is a great and unique band. They surely don't follow classic song structure and also their changing time signatures can mess with the brain a bit. There are many cool compositions, I'd recommend "Right in Two", "46&2", "Lateralus" (which the lyrics were from that you read, not the patient, but nevermind that). More tool would be nice for sure.

One of the best songs tool has crafted

Emotional roller-coaster

Alex Grey is the artist that Tool got to create the album cover and a few other images. Check out the temple he created

More of tool please🔥

Awesome reaction! Thank you for sharing it! Tool has been my favorite band for many years. You are right when you say that they're unlike anyone else. No one else does what they do. The Pink Floyd observation was quite accurate. There are elements of them in Tool along with bands like King Crimson, Rush, and other Progressive Rock legends. Tool is sort of what happens when you mix Progressive Rock with Metal. Not quite knowing what to make of them at first is normal. It usually takes people a few songs to (for lack of a better term) learn how to listen to Tool. They use complex time signatures and other unconventional music mathematics. I would definitely encourage you to check out more of their work. My suggestions would be Pneuma, Lateralus, Pushit, Forty Six & 2, The Pot, Right in Two, and Descending. Those are just some suggestions. You really can't go wrong with these dudes. Each member of the band is a top notch musician and infinitely creative. I am glad you have come into the world of Tool. This is just the entrance to the rabbit hole of you dare to come in. Spiral out! P.s. The lyrics you read were from the song Lateralus. The Patient is track 2 of the Lateralus album. The title track, Lateralus, is track 9 and was my favorite song for years until Pneuma finally overtook it by a nanometer.🤘🤘

What a song, brilliant, especially on a worthy sound system.

I"I never really listened to any music like this..." Yup - there is no music like this. But yeah - you really dove into one of the deeper cuts of Tool's catalogue and I love it.

Tool is next level music. It'll get you hooked for sure!

Tool is more of an experience than a band. Continue down the rabbit hole- a ton of amazing music ahead. Spiral Out...

Such a great tool song. Got me through some shit

I'm here for ur TOOL reactions! EVERY one of their songs is a different experience/journey for the listener, that being said every one of their songs is definately a "roller coaster" as u say, but epic! Try "Ænima" it's beautifully chaotic

Welcome to Tool. Check out the track Lateralus, and make sure it's a lyrics video to get full appreciation. It's a wild journey.

Great song

Lateralus is a must listen...love your reaction videos

Wizards of sonics and lyrics! 🔥🔥🔥

You have the infallible ability to stop at the most pivotal parts of the song, at the climaxes 😂 just kiddin'...great reaction.

Tool are my favourite band in the world because they are not like other bands and their music is not like other music, it takes you somewhere else and challenges you musically and lyrically. They are just the most interesting, intriguing and musically perfect band ive ever heard and while you kind of jumped in at the deep..ish end ...plz try to react to more ...your ears and brain will thank you for it.....Spiral out...

its supposed to feel like movie of how the universe was made! the band is a music soundtrack for life

This is an interesting choice for your first Tool song, and reading the wrong lyrics to boot...I can understand feeling overwhelmed. But you've taken your first steps into a larger world. I want to see you react to more progressive metal and watch your brain melt 😆

brace for tool army incoming!

Welcome to the Army. Always read the lyrics.

Start this album from the first song, listen to it start to finish. You will experience every emotion, and even some new ones.

Great place to start the ride. Not many do

About time!!!!! Tip of the iceberg girl. “Spiral out” you will get to know this very well. I say react to The Grudge next or Lateralus.

Spiral out, keep going 🌀

Progressive metal, rock, jazz, funk... does that to you. The driving analogy I'd use is while most mainstream music takes you for a drive around the block Tool takes you on the open road. The driving part's familiar, but the scenery and speed varies! Low key my fave Tool song. Unpacking the lyrics and meshing with the tempo and tone I get anger, fear, commitment, reassurance, and patience of course. Some great qualities explored.

Tool is an awesome journey. My favorite Maynard vocal is with another band of his called A Perfect Circle. He does a cover of Joni Mitchell's "The Fiddle and The Drum,"

For getting a showcase of what Maynard can do as a singer, I'd say you picked a good place to start. Every Tool song is different, and they're all (ALL) good to insanely awesome. Enjoy the journey!

This is my favorite Tool song the song Eon Blue Apocalypse leads into this song very well highly recommend to listen to that before the song.

Time to go down the rabbit hole