5 Reasons People Hate TOOL

[@sybilmacaulay2881]

I was listening to Tool during break at my school and one of my classmates said, and I quote: "why don't you listen to good metal like skillet?" I almost vomited.

[@lateralustrated8808]

Quinn MacAulay or disturbed ???? Lmao hahaha

[@Syncopated_]

LMAO

[@calebgorzell2524]

🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@dqena]

SKILLET. This is the shit I’m talking about bro I’m convinced people just don’t know what good music is

[@blue1133]

I love skillet but they're far from being metal

[@daniiiba2633]

I saw this vid in my feed and thought "Huh, there are people who hate Tool?"

[@sillydevin12]

that was my general reaction too

[@OfficialBillUlsh]

My reaction as well

[@MysteriousCalling]

Same lol

[@gankthathoo3569]

I cant lie i did aswell haha

[@MIXTAB1]

Hahahah exactly the reason some people hate us tool fans... We can't even comprehend someone not liking them lol

[@RAMZIAARON]

My favorite band is LOOT.. I listen to all the Tool albums backwards.

[@ronaldfeghaliart7839]

how has this never crossed my mind!?

[@user-uy8lz8ev2n]

Oh yeah, man! 2 & sixty-four... 10,000 nights... Penis with a Hooker... The Pan... Classics!

[@jacksongoulding1774]

ᏙᎠ ᎠᎰᏚᏟᎾᎡᎠᏙᏁᎢᎰᏙ ᏚᏤᏚᎢᎬᎷᏙ ᏁᎾᏚ ᏚᏙᏞᎢᏙᎢᎾᏒᎰᏴᏌᏚ Yes!

[@ryanduray1]

ᏙᎠ ᎠᎰᏚᏟᎾᎡᎠᏙᏁᎢᎰᏙ ᏚᏤᏚᎢᎬᎷᏙ ᏁᎾᏚ ᏚᏙᏞᎢᏙᎢᎾᏒᎰᏴᏌᏚ Pleasant Smelling Foot is a classic tune!

[@ryanduray1]

Tolerance Drunk Top The Impatient The Forgiveness ... all great

[@JohnSmith-sl6uq]

I like Tool, but a lot of the fanbase is definitely pretentious, on their pedestal thinking they are better than everyone else and their music tastes are superior to others.

[@joeldukes303]

John Smith yep, many Radiohead fans like that too.

[@fupaking7717]

Same thing with rick and morty fans

[@bulajj]

because it is, get over it

[@aljma6359]

>impling to be superior >needs to public a text on a youtube comment where he claims to be part of the better fanbase ever contraddicting himself

[@aljma6359]

@@bulajj npc

[@jessietaylor2726]

Straight up. If you're a real, true Tool fan, you'll gladly wait for the new record no matter how long the wait.

[@badboybootz8]

jessie taylor like you have a choice lol

[@ObviusRetard]

If you are a "real" fan.... I think you're part of number 1 ~

[@youtubeviewer6660]

Still waiting...

[@jakesklodowski9321]

jessie taylor yes

[@reneebear3641]

Exactly

[@patrickallen8787]

Disliking something because its not metal is an absolute bullshit reason. I know it happens a lot, but that fact just reflects the mass stupidity of so many listeners.

[@maskychain816]

I agree

[@shmergulflargamish7686]

Thank Christ, someone who has a brain.

[@dereklockwood6819]

Patrick Allen most people dont understand that metal isnt just people screaming like chain smokers that swallowed a dagger, when actually there is a beautiful side that actually makes it artisitic.

[@patrickallen8787]

Derek Lockwood Right? I listen to it because I sincerely believe it to be the most diverse and talented musical genre in existence. Good luck getting someone else to believe that though

[@Dehangus]

And also the fact that Opeths Heritage is metal and a lot of people don't think so because the lack of Crazy distorted guitars, Double bass drums, and screams but even without that, that album is metal as fuck.

[@IamZeus1100]

Wait so you mean people can have different opinions? I'm a huge Tool fan, they're one of my all time favorite bands, they're incredibly unique, they're writing style is highly complex and in depth. I love everything about them, even my least favorite tool song, I still enjoy. But if some people don't like them, so be it. Doesn't make them an asshole for not loving tool, some people just have different taste.

[@winstonjaquez3996]

Tool just aint that great anymore imho

[@fabiankellquist4630]

Its not taste. Tool is One of not the greatest artist of all time. If you dont like Tool its just because you are so damaged by low complexity music like mainstreem rap or pop or that you have not been able to wrap your head around the complexity and art of the music. Saying Tool is bad is like saying Leonardo da Vinci is a bad painter. Its just not true. People have to relise that your taste in music is not controlling How Good or bad the music is.

[@HasanFaraz93]

@@fabiankellquist4630 bro do u like tool or godsmack more listen to godsmack

[@fabiankellquist4630]

@@HasanFaraz93 Godsmack is a good band, like some of their music. But it is nothing like TOOL thou, but WHO is anyways?

[@HasanFaraz93]

@@fabiankellquist4630 yes bro

[@poppunkhater]

U predicted the year fear inoculum would drop

[@lelandbradford51]

lol

[@Agent-dc4eb]

back in my day, you could listen to Tool without anyone giving a sh*t

[@darkrenagadef50]

People who hate Tool need to learn to SWIM!

[@ebond4]

Learn To Swim!

[@thebasedgodmax1163]

Fly to learn!

[@pamelapap]

Fuck ya!!! Learn to SWIM!

[@DanielAlvarez-oq8ex]

teaching bitches how to swim

[@MrGTAVForLife]

See y'all swimming down in Arizona bay

[@IanOrGoregy]

People who don't like Tool are tools.

[@coreymoranda4845]

Amen \m/

[@N3ukenInD3K3uken]

uhhh I was going to make that joke

[@coreymoranda4845]

How many of you have ever worn a Tool shirt and had someone go "Ha you're a Tool!"? Like we've never heard that one before

[@MalloryMinerva]

To like Tool requires knowing who they are. You didn't always know who they are. Therefor, you were once a tool.

[@martijnstuart95]

I don't like Tool. I don't like JMK's voice. That seems like a legitimate reason to me.

[@owendalman8389]

In the words of Maynard "Buy my new record, send more money."

[@Itisjustasaganow]

Because he wants to buy more waffles

[@1988PEDROPEREIRA]

Fuck you buddy

[@scotswan9467]

The guy loves waffles

[@ushio1087]

i love waffles too

[@jordananderson7559]

i had someone tell me tool was the most overrated band ever and he had this whole pessimistic speech about them. but then i made him listen to them. it is now one of his favorite bands

[@tobe1207]

i dont hate them.I just don't like anything about them. It's not appealing to me, the music doesn't give me any of the feelings that all sorts of different genres give me. It doesn't make me think, or tap my feet,or bang my head, or feel cool or badass. The songs,riffs,vocals all sound the same to me, the videos all look the same to me (video style is unique for sure but after the first time the charm wears off since all the videos are in that style) I don't feel like they feel they're making music. I feel like they think they're being super deep and artistic and making commentary about society but the shit sounds the same and it isn't deep and none of it means anything. My only negative feelings is a little resentment because so many people play them so much and act like it's amazing, and even that isn't usually genuine

[@7777igloo]

@@tobe1207 To get a gist of what you said...Tool isn't the band for you, cause it won't give you all the things you in particular, are looking for in a metal song, i.e: Badass Riffs or a groovy 4/4 beat to rock to....they have multiple sound engineers for multiple albums and they have multiple time signatures hence you cant bang your hend to them all throughout a song...they are gunning for a different genre all together ! Having said that, it is preposterous of you to claim that everyone who likes them are being fake, or just want to be cool..... It's music man, some people will like it, some won't...you dont need bust your balls inorder to claim one way or another. Just chill out and vibe to whatever genre of music that talks to you ! Simple ! ✌🏼

[@7777igloo]

@Sen Vanmassenhove ...Ok, you like other bands in the same genre more than Tool. And what do you want me to do with that information ?? How is it relevant to my reply to someone else... about something else all together ?? If you like beer more than whiskey... would you go upto every person who likes whiskey and tell them why you like beer ?? No... you'll chill out with other people who likes beer and drink together. Apply the same principle here.

[@rodrigof.r.desouza3587]

TBH I personally think that Tool is one of the greatest bands of our time, but at the same time I can't really easily recommend them to everyone. I mean, they really have a sound and style that's so unique that most of the time you'll find 3 types of people regarding them: people who love them, people who hate them, and people who don't know/never heard them. It's one of those bands. For me it's the same situation with Meshuggah.

[@teur7078]

U say that to me and I will punch you in the face!

[@Ybw200owns]

i hear people say Tool fans are very well hated. but what i've noticed who are more annoying are people that see my Tool shirt and say "hey i don't like tool"... like, okay, do you vape and crossfit too?

[@shmergulflargamish7686]

Fjolfrin the Silk Beard Yeah, the Anti-Fanbase is strong.

[@cunteyepete3315]

That was a very funny KZbin comment, I think deep down you know no one ever notices your tool T-Shirt because no one ever notices you bud

[@sneakyfox1876]

CUNTEYE PETE lol that was harsh

[@c0m4g1bb]

smith jon looool

[@sludgerat444]

@@cunteyepete3315 oww

[@nWoKilluminati]

Its not Maynards fault the band has to give him the tracks so he can write the lyrics to the music. He said he would like the process to move faster as well but he said the band needs to do things the way they do it and he just has to wait until they are done. He does Puscifer and APC just because he wants to make music and not sit around waiting for the band to produce songs.

[@GrowlingM1ke]

I personally like TOOL, but TOOL fans are the worst group of fans in the universe. James Maynard could release an album of him flatulating for 10 hours and it would've been hailed as an ingenious piece of musicianship by TOOL fans. Case in point: look below.

[@EvilSewnit]

GrowlingM1ke tool superfans are literally the most retarded group of fans to ever roam the planet

[@ossysongs]

nah the worst fanbase in the universe is the Rick and Morty fanbase. Never have i seen such edgy and cringeworthy people in my life.

[@mojomojo6248]

I'm both a tool and rick and morty fan....Imma back away slowly now lol

[@seanclark6365]

There's an ongoing misconception that Maynard is somehow soley responsible for the progress or release of a new album. As I am referring to your comment about him putting out a new A Perfect Circle album. It's really the same process with all of the projects he's involved with. And has mentioned in several interviews that he "waits for the boys to be finished (with the music)" before he does anything. Because as he is only the vocalist... he is admittingly just a piece of the puzzle. Not the sole creator. In his words... "The music always comes first"..

[@coverkillernation]

+Sean Clark yeah, and its further proven with the Puscifer releases, all of which have turned into best rock album contenders. Fans and nonfans both live to weave legends to pass the time. Of this I'm convinced.

[@firstlast-wg2on]

I think there is a video on the ToolArchive channel that makes such a funny video comparison of quotes from interviews of each band member over the years and it's hilarious. Ranging from 2006 to now, all the interviews with the other band members say there is music coming and they're working on it, whereas Maynard is always the one to bust their balls saying things like "They haven't recorded anything" and my favourite "Stop blaming me!" (all of this is amidst the other quotes that say something along the lines of "We're expecting an album next year" - Danny 2013, "We want to start working on an album immediately" - Adam 2008, "There are a good 13 songs ready" Justin 2014).

[@j.p.sanchez4081]

He has also said "Do I seem like I'm lazy!?" getting the album finished has nothing to do with Maynard.

[@filliphulles2867]

They make the music. He processes vocals based on the music that come from experiences and emotions he has in life. 10,000 days was about his mother. Sure he went into a dark space and an emotional space to find the words for the music the guys wrote. It must be an interesting process as is for everyone who makes music. Sometimes you have ideas that take years to surface. That's Tool. They do things on their terms, not a record label that demands 3 albums in 5 years. And it's always worth the wait when Tool puts out an album.

[@andrewlockett5125]

Although this is contradictory to his statements about all of them producing the music together ( as in the 9min TV iinterview in Netherlands 2006 ). So something has changed there in the preceding years since 10 000 Days.

[@Holdington]

I don't think I've ever heard anyone say they hate Tool....

[@coverkillernation]

+Holdington half of em I'm banking on being just 2edgy4u whiners peeved at seeing a lot of other folks ride Tool's jock, tbh. The tunes kinda speak volumes for themselves. Tool owns.

[@JamesDeal1982]

I have heard one person say that. Not sure if they still feel that way though... I stopped talking to that person.

[@Dehangus]

My friend who likes prog hates them. My brother who listens to rap and is ok with metal loves them, and of course i love them and i'm a prog head.

[@clintmckinnon2035]

James Deal I hope it's not because they have different taste. that's like not liking someone for the football team they like .lol

my sisters dumb fucking friend said she hates them

[@josephmatthews7698]

I find that there are 3 types of people, people who love tool, people who like tool and people I don't care about.

[@ladonnabrock8613]

I'm a old woman and I fucking love tool! Have for years! I'd drink Maynard's bath water! I'll soon be 58 yrs old and if I live till I'm 98 I'll still be listening! Love this band!

[@andrewlockett5125]

yeah fine, but quit saying you are old, 58 is not old anymore. 98 maybe. Tool album title for 2057: Genialus....go figure, hehehe))))

[@str8outtanowhere175]

Uh.... wow.😯

[@highonnymphetamine6179]

You shouldn't worship any man.

[@Jjhillunendingone]

Bath water you say huh

[@mikerusso703]

You're old, shriveled up and nasty

[@mactireliath2356]

Music is a relationship, and there are two main reasons why relationships end: over saturation, and transition. Sometimes there can be too much of a good thing. Sometimes people's tastes or personality evolve past their current artistic proclivities. If you choose to stop listening to something you enjoy for a shallow reason, that is an internal problem that should be rooted out before it comes to destroy other things you care about in your life.

[@davidwesley2386]

5 reasons people don't like tool 1. Because they like shitty pop music 2. Because they like shitty rap music 3. Because their weak minds cannot comprehend technical music 4. Because you can't count 6/8 or any time signature that's not 4/4 5. Because you're wrong

[@Uygkuyfkutfkytfkutfv]

David Wesley you're an idiot. Shut up til you grow up.

[@davidwesley2386]

olivertopple Huh. An anonymous nobody called me an idiot. Owch

[@Uygkuyfkutfkytfkutfv]

David Wesley you don't even know what anonymous means. GJM8

[@davidwesley2386]

olivertopple Hmm no picture and no real name. Or maybe it is a real name which in that case, I'm sorry your name is Oliver Topple.

[@silasscalisi]

David Wesley their shity two eyed faces have no brain what so ever tool let's us open up our third eyes and live

[@benjaminknotts745]

Tool: “new album on August 30!!” Tool fans September 1st: “so when’s the new tool album? 🥺

[@anomalouspossession9415]

listening to it now fam

[@benjaminknotts745]

Me too

[@daveywiles6412]

people who dont enjoy listening to TOOL can...turn around and take my hand.

[@gerson096]

Hey Zeus your ass

[@johnbesse5697]

It's because they must have been so high

[@johnbesse5697]

@Hey Zeus you must have been so high Zeus

[@AnindyaChakraborty-rr8ep]

Relax

[@OffLeatherWings]

If you DON'T have a rapid crazy fan base that thinks you're the best thing in the world, then what does that say?

[@kaelanmcalpine2011]

They have a SANE fanbase.

[@Lightning-gg5iu]

+K McAlpine That will never exits There is always that vocal minority that ruins the casual listeners experience

[@shmergulflargamish7686]

+Trane Sonic HELL NO!!! I just wanted to see how he'd explain fan bases of Pop "musicians".

[@andrewlockett5125]

The very fact that there is this perpetual discussion of the whole " Tool world " and their ( un ) popularity proves they are a phenomenon in music. If they were'nt, very few would ever be talking about them, for good or bad.

[@chrisponting8428]

Trane Sonic do you even know what pop rock is?? serious question.

[@jaidensavoy8153]

its ok to not like tool. it isnt ok to go out of your way to hate it maliciously.

[@Pericles777]

As much as I love them, I can understand why people don't.

[@Mxulin]

while for me simultaneously not understanding either

[@DMTInfinity]

THE reason people hate Tool is because they have an opinion that's not yours. Grow up, and just enjoy what you enjoy. As for the maker of this video... GREAT JOB!! I hope to see more!! *Likes*

[@HeR3tOSt4Y]

Well said.

[@anthonytaylor6428]

Thank you for adding your touch of warmth and positivity to this cold dark comment section.

[@johnbesse5697]

You must have been so high!

[@mattstarf4294]

So correct me if you are wrong, but you are telling people to grow up, because they don't agree with Tools opinion, which is an opinion that you agree with and you disagree with the opinion of people that disagree with Tools opinion and in your opinion they need to become older to be able to have a serious opinion! Best get back to listening to Tool and Joe Rogan because my opinion is that none of this makes sense LOL

[@lewisb85]

I heard the reason why the album hasn't come out yet is to do with an ongoing lawsuit between the band and a former artist/management associate, apparently they want to get the lawsuit cleared before the next record comes out so the person cannot put a claim in against the band for revenue off said record.

[@mariosanchez8236]

I'm possibly that pretentious Tool fan. Your video is pretty spot on. I really enjoy coming across comments of the sort that say, as fans, we are OWED this new album. They owe us EVERYTHING. Ridiculous. ANY band ONLY owes what we've paid for. When you pay in to some bands Kickstarter/ GoFundMe because they want help with recording cost or something, then you can say the band owes you something

[@allexisberry7367]

Mario Sanchez I could not agree more. If they never give us anything New, it will be forever my favorite catalog of music.

[@ToolFist598]

Couldn't be more true... They could quit right now and still be the greatest band ever, and I would still be listening to what they already put out and loving it.

[@Thedarkerhalf1]

Well, I always thought Tool is just... Tool. They had their own sound, nobody could touch them, no matter how hard they tried. That's what made them great. And my suggestion; 5 reasons people hate Fear Factory (I do love the band, but you just can't please everybody)

[@frog382]

I met one person, actually... He said "its too complicated" It says more about him than about the band, tho :D

[@Toolness1]

Some people who don't like TOOL just don't get the weird timing in their music. It's pretty complicated, and often takes a few listens to really get it. Then, it clicks, and is amazing (to some). I've been a fan since the mid 90's and when I first heard them, I said "meh" and gave the CD back to my friend. He threw a FIT and made me take it back and give it another chance. I did, and fell in love with it. Still, when I first heard Rosetta Stoned I didn't get it....just sounded like noise. After a few listens, it really grew on me and became one of my favorite TOOL songs.

[@SpiralDream]

All their shit is in the same tempo and tuning. So the weird signatures seems kind of redundant when the guitarist barely play a riff let alone a solo.

[@giygas9305]

Even after loving Tool, Rosetta Stoned still took longer to click than every other song

[@SWEGTA]

This is by far one of your best videos thus far. Keep up the good work, CKN.

[@angus9165]

Hey sweg, what do you think about tool?

[@SWEGTA]

@@angus9165 I fucking love Tool. Aenima is pure bliss.

[@angus9165]

@@SWEGTA such a kickass album. So many great songs

[@popcats96]

Throughout my childhood my dad listened to Tool 24/7 I used to hate it, I thought it was very weird music and I saw it more as a part of my crazy dad more than a band itself. But when I was 19 or 20 I suddenly fell in absolute love with tool. Started learning to play their music on the piano (lateralus, the grudge, no quarter, pushit, H., schism, wings for marie, etc etc) and even now i am addicted to their music. I'm huge fans of all 4 of them, not just Maynard. Nothing comes together like a Tool song. Undertow and Opiate haven't grown on me much, probably because I heard those as an infant WAY too much and it turned me off. But if somebody asks me what music I like, Tool is the first word coming out of my mouth.

[@matthewspicer5815]

right in two is spot on with the world today

[@ethanhill4877]

Matthew Spicer amen amen

[@highonnymphetamine6179]

Blame it on the rich fuckers who are building an empire off of our confusion and suffering.

[@Mertztillithurts]

More like spot on with mankind since the dawn of mankind; not just today.

[@johnbesse5697]

Or maybe it's because they must have been so high!

[@davemedhurst6220]

Good vibes to All Tool fans. I'm sorry to add that other Progressive metal bands have progressed way beyond anything Tool could do. I waited 13 years fo a new album and I'm sorry to say it sounded very old. Bands like Riverside, Wheel and Opeth have become way more than Tool could ever dream of being

[@MadManH]

Tool is better than any pop and rap artists

[@limaromeo8745]

starkiller11710 "gold is more conductive than dirt"

[@EvilSewnit]

well tbh eminem is a incredible lyricist but other than that i completely agree

[@XX-121]

vinnie paz and all the philly/east coast realness the only thing I can really get behind. idk about M sometimes. he's got skillz but...

[@bouteillemauve]

@@EvilSewnit Tool has way better lyrics than Eminem, like a fuck ton

[@jeremyscout1649]

That's not saying much

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

The reason Tool is so divisive is because they are sort of the hard rock equivalent of jazz. In that, I mean that they are an acquired taste. With acquired tastes you don't just instantly fall in love with them but once you do fall in love with them you can never imagine your life without them. Jazz is the same way in that it doesn't necessarily "appeal" to everyone because it can come across as quite eclectic at first but once it sorta "clicks" with you it just makes you feel that everything else is secondary at best to it.

[@mysticwolf6667]

I actually turned my dad onto Tool he really likes it

[@lrwiersum]

I turned my Son on to TOOL. His favorite band in his life.

[@bryanblack1978]

When they decide to release their next disc, it will be the right time. Why does anyone who appreciates art try to pressure the artist for something that is personal to be released and sold? When the disc is on shelf for sale, fans and critics alike will scoop it up with zeal and vigor as is it should be. The guys are just absorbing how bad music really is these days so they can find the right sound and time to bring us all back together again for the love a great piece of art.

[@metallovinsportslover2184]

Wait what? People hate Tool? What the hell is wrong with people?

[@HahnGFX]

I was the type of young teen who noticed everyone wacking off Tool and basically praising them which made me just stay away from them cause I was mainly into punk rock but after I actually started listening boy did I soon realize haha

[@eclps2revl138]

Maynard as the rest of the band are the closest we have to modern prophecies

[@timh35]

see, this is why people don't like us. i sure hope you kidding with that shit.

[@shmergulflargamish7686]

eclps2revl203413814756 Please be joking, please.

[@andrewlockett5125]

More like reporters than prophets, Maynard Keenan said as much in his interviews for 10 000 Days.

[@SpiralDream]

10,000 Days sucked, bud

[@andrewlockett5125]

SepticSchizo955 typical dumb ass generic response, without giving any valid reasons why. So many fair weather Tool " fans " expect every song on the album to be easily digestible singles like ' The Pot ', with standard verse/chorus/verse/chorus, a solo riff and final repeat chores all the time. They invariably have the attention span of an acute ADHD sufferer, which most of them probably are. You clearly are better off with your 2 minute jingly, happy go lucky music with whoops, arrghh, urrgghh and Ooooooo, babeeee in the lyrics. Now go and play in your sandpit and remember to keep your dummy in your gob, ..dummy!

[@zachwood5226]

I really don't care if people don't like tool or not. all I know is I'm a die hard fan. absolutely obsessed. some people can comprehend tool. it gets to in-depth. already had this conversation with some. it's just to much at once.

[@camerynstorms3990]

I wouldn't be surprised if we never get a single tool album ever again

[@zerotolerenceb6981]

Tool isn't for everyone. It's for ones that actually know what good music and artistry are.

[@giygas9305]

Lmao

[@Mxulin]

@@giygas9305 I mean, can't disagree tbh...

[@Avliv_Satan]

5 reasons why people hate Disturbed? Or did you make that video already?

[@coverkillernation]

+d4rkm3z73r666 it's there! Did it a few weeks back. :)

[@Avliv_Satan]

Thanks a lot man! I love your work :)

[@StasisDreams]

beardmachine it's self evident

[@rubaidaallen2764]

beardmachine 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I know right? Nothing against disturbed, I like them, but Tool? Best shit out there.

[@goobersquad4252]

5 reasons your logo looks like a kindergartener made it

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

Seriously never thought I'd ever see Jack Nicholson doing a video about Tool. Pretty cool.

[@kalebmoore8397]

I once had a friend who told me Tool sucked. Hes no longer my friend

[@str8outtanowhere175]

Sebastian Moore He's not dead?!

[@joeldukes303]

You suck

[@victorpham3866]

Kinda sad to base friendships on musical tastes

[@charleschaffee7058]

Agreed

[@Multiabuse]

Back in college (circa 1996) I discovered quite by accident a way to get rid of my party guests without saying a word. Simply changing whatever crowd-pandering 4/4 music I had on to just about any Tool song (all 12 of them out back then ). Flood was my personal room-clearing favorite. I'd let a friend in on the joke and wed watch the show unfold: First off Any Hippies grabbed their poor dogs fled. Then came the drunken confusion of people trying to tap their feet to the odd beat. That morphed into an undercurrent of discomfort no one could seem to identify. Some looked distraught. Usually before Flood ended I only had a few stragglers left, and there was always one who wanted to know what music was on. Ultimately, I met some great people via Tool.

[@AuditMadness]

I hate Tool. I can't stand Maynard's voice or delivery style, the songs are bland, melancholy, and unrelatable with lyrics that are faux-philosophical and remind me of a Jordan Petersen fanboy's online ranting. All of the reasons listed in the video are from a Tool fan's perspective and not reflective of people who actually hate the band.

[@lateralustrated8808]

Jesse Blackburn what bands do you listen to?

[@j.c.phantomride2515]

Yeah if you cannot understand specific things do not blame the band...

[@Rouwiinator]

Why would anyone hate on someone as unique as the band tool. There aren't my favourite band but none the less there are very original and one of these bands that is very hard to find something that sounds similar to them.

[@TimScottSuiGeneris]

They've made four albums in twenty five years so it's not difficult to catch up with their music. I like both Tool and A Perfect Circle.

[@rockyrubink2868]

0:41 tf how did he know three years after this video (in the same month) they would release the album

[@TheCbobGuy47]

i’m a bit late but i was thinking the same haha, i was looking through the comments to see if anyone else picked up on it

[@rudywilliams6538]

I don't really see anymore pretentiousness in Tool's fanbase than I see in other metal band's fanbases. I think most of the cries of "PRETENTIOUS!!!!!!!!!" come from the fact that Tool is a prog band.

[@rudywilliams6538]

***** They're pretty goddamn prog if you don't listen to songs only on undertow or their really popular songs. The drums are really complex, same with the bass, and the guitar riffs are amazing. Vocals don't matter in prog as far as how proggy(?) a band is, but the vocals are great. Plenty of the time signatures aren't basic 4/4 and the like. Tool isn't even really considered prog. It;'s just that they fit best into prog when compared to other genres.

[@rudywilliams6538]

***** What I'm saying is that they have more prog songs than they have any other subgenre of metal. They're no pink floyd as far as progressiveness goes, but they're not limited to prog and can do whatever they want.

[@rudywilliams6538]

***** I never said that they were experimental. I said that they've done some songs in different styles than their ordinary style. Also, they do fall under prog and alternative, which is what I've been saying.

[@rudywilliams6538]

***** My friends have accounts on a prog forum, and they love tool.

[@FunkMastaMegaFlex]

I think its unique to tool here, I can name a lot of prog-alt rock and metal acts that are more humble and seen less as being pretentious. Queensryche, Prong, Dream Theater, Living Syndicated are some of those examples.

[@mwsoupy]

I think #1 should be, some people don't like well crafted music played by talented artists. Some people just want to hear formulaic drivel, base drops, and catchy rhymes.

[@SpiralDream]

dm Sanchi Nah. I'd just rather listen to real prog like King Crimson instead of this boring ass shit

[@Mxulin]

@@SpiralDream crimson can be literally 6 minutes of random noise unlike tool who does it ironically, crimson they probably don't. kc is the boring one

[@aboxofissues1369]

I gave Tool a good try, even listened to the whole lateralus album, they just don't do anything for me and I really can't put my finger on why

[@erikf.7377]

Try again please

[@feliperibeiro463]

Same. People can't just admit this band is boring af.

[@giygas9305]

I still remember the day that Tool just clicked in my head. Idk what happened but I suddenly felt WHY people love them. That weekend I listened to all 5 albums from Undertow - Fear Inoculum. Was an epic experience that I cant really relive again. Ive only listened to Undertow once besides a few tracks Ive listened to Ænima countless times and am really into Lateralus right now. Fear Inoculum has quite a bit different style (every song is very long) but is still 100% tool 10,000 Days is probably the hardest album to listen to all the way through. It has so many different feeling parts that I kind of have to be in the mood for. Still haven’t listened to the Opiate EP or the other one

[@Girthtacious]

Take some lsd and try again.

[@Mxulin]

@@feliperibeiro463 many admit that they are, and many don't think its boring. Why would someone lie lol

[@VatnikSlayer2799]

Tool are unique. They don't belong to a genre. They have one of the greatest vocalists of all time and one of the greatest drummers of all time. Tool have songs that mesmerize the listener. That being said, Maynard is an obnoxious prick. I am a Miami Heat fan that loved Lebron James when he was here. He's arrogant. But great. Celebrity status gets to some people's heads. That doesn't diminish my admiration for their music. I am totally fanatic about Tool. I have been since I first started listening to them around 1997. They have set themselves apart from other bands in the music industry.

[@WordUnheard]

There are two types of people: Those who love Tool, and those who are wrong.

[@roehrc]

#5: me trying to describe Tool's genre to someone who's never listened to them, "they're kind of like heavy metal, but not really exactly, maybe hard rock, but that isn't right, either, not grunge or pop or anything, and heavier, but not like heavy metal " and so forth. #1: me going on about the nuances and multifaceted aspects of their music and then whipping out stuff about the Fibonacci code and watching people look at me like I'm a little bit too obsessed with the band. But they're Tool! They're incredibly talented!

[@freelanceopportunist559]

I'd call them "trance metal"

[@fluffhead89]

Hey man, I just like Tool.... more than anything. And who cares when the album comes out? As long as it is actually good, I don't care.

[@wolfeyesphotos720]

Maynard actually is a pretty incredible lightworker whom comminucates with angels, guides, spirits, God, etc etc basically those in Heaven as many other lightworkers tend to do, to be further guided to be able to help others in this life more efficiently. His music has helped me a lot through my most recent and strongest rebirth and spiritual truth or awakening. His music reminds me thru each grid or stage (we are in ascension currently) to stay strong as a lightworker and to remind me that in the end, it will all be okay and to trust in myself, let go of my selfishness, self doubt, insecurities, heal myself the best i can so that i may continue to do a better job as a medicine worker, healer and lightworker and help heal others more along w the earth. i hope everyone may find what music, passion or what their own spiritual truth is so we can all work towards a better world. thank you, Tool!

[@MrAkirabilly]

5 reasons some people are stupid.

[@infiniteyeet9235]

Akira Billy why are they stupid for likeing different music

[@victherattlehead5099]

@@infiniteyeet9235 there is a difference between hating, and not liking a band

[@goobersquad4252]

5 reasons this is a retarded comment

[@MrAkirabilly]

@@goobersquad4252 so, what are the five reasons? Mine are in the video. Yours are nowhere to be seen.

[@LeeEverretGuy]

As much as I love this band, we have to keep in mind that opinions are totally subjective. I had a guy tell me a while back that Nirvana and Cobain are the most overated pieces of musical trash. I didn't respond or snap back because I know he likes different types of music. He was just an idiot. Not because he dissed my musical childhood, but because he beleived that his taste in music was better than mine. He had the mindset of "My band is better than yours and i'm going to tell you that yours is trash because I don't like it." Ignorance, Total idiocy, the kind of negativity that Tool preach about in their music, and as of late, blatantly! "The only enemy is ignorance." Maynard HIMSELF said those words, and it seems like a lot of his fans (and everyday people) aren't understanding this very simple instruction. Friends, don't be so quick to tear down the things that you dislike, but just be accepting towards those who have differing opinions than you. Sorry for the preachy paragraph lmao

[@JamesDeal1982]

Tool = Music of the gods

[@abscessedcadaver8221]

Tool = Gay music.

[@elvissorna8861]

Much of the pretentious attitude of their fanbase comes from the music itself, the overuse of polyrhythms, the preachy new age overtones, obsession with ayahuasca. This gives the listener the impression that they're somehow elevated to a higher consciousness, which may be true, but nobody really gives a shit....act like a human and others will treat you with respect. I get the impression these people are confused af so they settle for anything that deviates from convention no matter how sterile or mediocre. They have some good numbers like Reflection but I personally find them a bit monotonous, you can't cling on to something like that without turning into a complete idiot who is out of touch with reality.

[@AbductedMan]

Coverkiller is the fucking encyclopedia of music

[@coverkillernation]

+Tony R this comment owns. Tbh I soak up more info by the day so my recommendation is that if you love music, never stop learning.

[@jimbrooks3370]

Reason number 6: Even though we hardcore Tool fans are among the most dedicated in music, many of us realize that Maynard secretly hates us all, and that doesn't bother us all that much.

[@sithspitdanikan4725]

What's up CKN? You should do one of these on Mastodon. I love them, but i think it would be interesting to see what you would include for reasons that people would not

[@sithspitdanikan4725]

+David Mustaine HA. You're name and profile pic are perfect

[@sithspitdanikan4725]

+David Mustaine Still has a nice ring to it. I kind of figured it wasn't your real name XD

[@mysticwolf6667]

I fucking love mastodon he should do that

[@sithspitdanikan4725]

+Toxic Potato Yeah the vocals can get pretty insanely not great. I still don't mind them, and personally, i actually like Brent's voice

[@mysticwolf6667]

+Doctor Coctor blade catcher is my favorite song

[@maxpalmer3212]

TOOL > A perfect circle

[@HerbalistGuybrush]

"Is this in 4/4?"

[@PsychoticSmith]

I wonder if for Tools next album they will finally embrace the internet and try to do some creative things using digital platforms. It would be so amazing to be able to listen to Tools entire catalog on my Apple Music subscription. Also, they could easily take their normally super fancy packaging for their albums and also create fun things for the digital version. This is something I definitely think the band needs to do.

[@Greedyselfish97]

I can't like anything on Tool's Facebook page without a bunch of whiny girls begging for the "new album". Go on the deep web, the new Tool album should be there.

[@Djryat1234]

Their rendition of No Quarter is perhaps one of the best songs ever made.

[@AllMediaReviewsPodcast]

Or... 1) their music had a constant ability to give me headaches 2) their sound is one-dimensional/samey/1-trick pony 3) the only song they ever recorded I wanted to go back to is their cover of Led Zeppelin's "No Quarter"

[@sage12125]

would someone tell me the music in the background?

[@corbinsalvador9000]

You either like Tool or you're wrong, simple as that

[@elgatofelix8917]

Danzig > tool

[@divinity1079]

Hey Zeus Yes you’re wrong, but that’s okay, there’s always time for you to change your mind

[@jdthornton78]

I'm wrong and proud, then!

[@scaberouswretch3673]

I like tool,they're good. But NEUROSIS are a far superior band, with way more albums, much deeper and mysterious lyrical content and they're a whole metric fuck ton heavier than tool. Tool have got 4 albums and I feel there's quite often a bit of filler on them. They have quite a lot of random pointless tracks on their albums and I feel that some of their tracks just aren't really that good. Where as neurosis have 12 albums and most of the songs on these albums are excellent,with minimal filler tracks that are basically just a collection of noises. Also,despite the odd time signatures, that neurosis don't really have, tool are actually very commercial. Where as neurosis are still fairly underground, despite being considered one of the most influential bands of the last 30 years. Like i said,I like tool. I own 3 of their 4 albums (I think undertow is shit)But Neurosis will always be the superior proggy metal band for me, purely based on the consistency of their material and the volume of their back catalogue. Not to mention all the side projects and solo works they do.

[@sammalla5238]

People hate tool? That's blasphemy !

[@jdthornton78]

Proud heretic here; I tried multiple times to get into them, and they don't do a thing for me.

[@johnbesse5697]

They must have been so high

[@johnbesse5697]

@Hey Zeus and I'm sure the church feels the same way about you

[@johnbesse5697]

@@jdthornton78 that's because you must have been so high

[@thomasmurphy4438]

J d Thornton same here. Don’t even like one song

[@F1Slunk]

I'm a Tool fan, but I could see where they might not be some peoples cup of tea. Music fans in general want to know every little thing about the band they're currently listening to. Tool shy away from being a 'look at me' type of band. In fact they loathe it. So some people tend to think of this as arrogance. I get that. I think there whole goal is all about the music, and a higher sense of consciousness.. Note the see through black curtain on the current tour. And why Maynard isn't out front during a concert. Their deepness and originality can be too much for some. And that's ok. There motto is 'Think For Yourself Question Authority'. Some like it . Some don't. And life rolls on...….

[@Itisjustasaganow]

Tool's fanbase (specially the 2%) sounds like Rick and Morty fans . Even Tool is one of my favourite bands , but why the fanboys ruin everything???

[@AnindyaChakraborty-rr8ep]

Exactly.

[@tl_nik0n353]

I just want one more album. Just one more. I don't care if they never make another one after but there's been a hole in my soul since 10,000 Days that only another Tool album can fill.

[@joebacon6817]

update: got it

[@ghosts2896]

Tool is my favorite band but a lot of the fanbase is stupid, I mean like if you are going to look into the lyrics, actually look into them instead of going off on how amazing the song is when you don't even know what you're talking about. That's why people hate the fanbase bc they themselves jump into conclusions about you the same way you viewed the song. And yes I think they are the shit are they the most technical band, no, im not going to be ignorant and say that they are but they are creative when it comes to mixing in the Phrygian scale and some of those odd meter riffs :)

[@simstash9889]

What are the thoughts on the new Tool album coming out April 2019? Is it actually going to happen this time?

[@mr.olliemetalweeb6665]

5 reason people hate metallica

[@doctorhouse3151]

You already want a sequel.

[@mr.olliemetalweeb6665]

+RMG Productions lol

[@Wowimhungry9]

ollie ray napster

[@jasonfrank3247]

Lars, Lars, Lars, Lars and Lars

[@HuntedBoBo]

Oh and Lars

[@j.p.sanchez4081]

I'm A Huge Tool fan some of my buddies have Tool tattoos but still understand I have more love for the band. With that being said; Your comments are 100% legit and I appreciate the honesty you have conveyed here- Cheers!

[@xtwogplays]

5 Reason People don't like Grunge?

[@MalloryMinerva]

People who hate grunge are the worst because it's very rarely about the music itself.

[@themichaelbaas2056]

Because Nirvana is the only Grunge band they know. and even though I'm a huge Nirvana fan, they are pretty low on my list of favorite Grunge bands.

[@mitchelltheawesome1]

I can think of more than 5 reasons.

[@adamrocks133]

+Chase Shuda Alice In Chains to me was way better than Nirvana ever was. the superior talent, better melodies and my god the harmoies of Jerry Cantrell and Layne.

[@yourrealdad9442]

In my opinion, grunge is kinda boring, and while others love it, some people find it just plain boring. Soundgarden is really the only grunge band I like, and like I said, it's all about musical preference

[@williamjdunn]

I've been a Tool Fan since the beginning. In response to whether it's metal, industrial or progressive Rock who gives a rats ass. Why do we have to label everything. I hear so many people complaining about the time it takes them to make an album. 1. They each have their personal lives & their own side projects. 2. Tool is not the sort of band who feels the need to pump out albums just for the sake of doing so. 3. These guys are what I call REAL musicians. They have their process for making an album. 4. Tool has been involved in a court battle that has prevented them from recording for at least a couple years. I would bet my left nut that all of those people that complain how long it takes for an album release will be the first ones buying the album & desperately trying to get tickets for their shows after it releases. Lastly it's Mother Fucking Tool! They can and will do whatever they want and we still worship them because they are the last of a dieing breed of musicians! As for this dude you don't like Tool that's your opinion no one gives a fuck!

[@pjnoonan1423]

Tool is in the avant garde genre. Only problem is, Maynards voice sucks.

[@Tool-Deftonesfan101]

Very well written. I agree with you on this 100%.

[@Wheels2183]

The biggest problem with society today is they expect instant gratification. Yes it has been a few years since 10,000 days, and yes MJK has done work with his other projects, to include running a winery in AZ. But seriously, they will release the album when they are good and damn ready! I don't know about everyone else, but I enjoy Tool, and I would happily wait for a solid album to follow up 10,000 days, instead of getting some half ass thrown together to apease the masses pile of garbage that would not even come close to being a Tool album. Did you ever think that maybe the elusiveness is part of the plan? Tool has always been a different band, and never a run of the mill put out a new album every 2-3 years act.

[@thecrakp0t]

I'm unashamed to admit that I just don't like how TOOL sounds. From a purely instrumental stance, I find most of their songs to be largely interchangeable with one another or just sound downright awful. Many of their songs, as far as I'm concerned, are either all over the place with some tracks barely resembling ITSELF by the end or otherwise sound like they hit the record button while tuning their instruments. Now before I get lynched, here's the strange part. For whatever reason I believe they struck gold with their album AEnima, particularly Forty Six & 2. Make of that what you will. The impression I've gotten about the stereotypical TOOL fan is that they have a deep, borderline sickening, respect for the technical side of music production. I've heard anecdotes claiming that the Fibonacci Sequence was implemented into one of their songs... Okay but if the song sounds like crap then it's hardly impressive. No idea which song it is, and I don't care enough to look it up. So for an uneducated pleb such as myself, these kinds of arguments for why TOOL is great will just flat out not work on me. I just can't stand their style. Maybe they're better live? I'm perfectly willing to admit that it's possible I just need to here them play live. I've changed my mind in the past with other artists for this very reason.

[@d33znutz420]

The song is Lateralus, it's actually one of my favorites lol I didn't even find out about the golden ratio thing until today actually since I don't really put too much care into the super nitty-gritty details of music production when I'm listening for enjoyment. It's a pretty cool song but you might not like it if you're not a fan of the stuff he does for Tool, which is okay, everyone has different tastes (have to clarify I'm not an elitist lmao). It's a pretty cool song imo it captures this strange ethereal melody with a drum beat that makes me feel like something is brewing behind the scenes, and words that are humming with slight mystery to something I feel like I know but I've forgotton, it makes me feel nostalgic about dreaming? Idfk is so hard and weird to describe and I'm a weirdo on top of it😂😂😂 The first time I heard it I froze in place and melted into the song and I fell in love with Tool then and there. I originally discovered his band A Perfect Circle (which is probably one of my favorite bands of all time, especially The Thirteenth Step album). Idk if you've listen to the stuff Maynard does with A Perfect Circle or Puscifer, but in case you haven't I thought I'd let you know that those bands exist cause I'm bored and rambling about shit on the internet lol A Perfect Circle does music that's pretty different from Tool, notably in the singing styles in a large portion of the songs (couple of examples being Gravity and 3 Libras [one of my fav fucking songs, it's really pretty and it resonates with some stuff that I've dealt with in the past]) Okay, I think I'm done spewing my bs about this lmao Obviously, I don't expect you to bother looking any of this stuff up, but I'm bored and I felt like babbling on about something I know a little bit about to anyone who will listen 😅😂 But hey, if you ever do decide to check it out, I reccomend listening with headphones or some speaker that has good quality bass (preferably a sub) cause it adds this atmospheric presence to the music somehow, especially with headphones (good ones that is lol)

[@mikeeclipse]

the only reason, and I mean the ONLY reason to dislike Tool, is because of the wait between the last album and now. But you have to remember they were going through an 8-year lawsuit that was preventing them from writing new material. So Maynard toured with Tool, and worked with his side projects. Tool is in the studio February 2017 recording a new album as we speak...

[@andrewlockett5125]

Looking likely about May or June 2018 new album release. I doubt they would want to leave it much longer, twelve years is a goodly long time! But i don't think they are yet recording it, still to get to that stage

[@mikeeclipse]

Andrew Lockett what's up Andrew? I'm just going by what some website said. But u r right... it won't be out for a good year to a year ½. What multiple sites have said was that Maynard, hilariously, moved the guys down the road to another studio so he could have a studio all to himself to think, write, and record. like I said, multiple sites have said this... but it is the internet, lol ! Anyway I hope we're both accurate on the date of the album coming out. just as long as it's not another decade !! take it easy fellow (frustrated) tool fan. 😁

[@andrewlockett5125]

Deftones Mike no I'm not frustrated about the release date, I just listen to other new releases from other bands I like in the meantime. That way there is plenty of preoccupation with fresh music still. And I could never just listen to Tool and no one else, their stuff always needs a counterbalance, as it can be dour despite the heavy bravura elements. Looking forward to next year though)))

[@mikeeclipse]

Andrew Lockett my thoughts exactly bro. My CD collection is over 400. But there are people like that dude !! There are people who just listen to Tool. I met them here online. I don't believe anyone can listen to just one band. I have called these guys liars a hundred times, lol !! I have my Deftones at least every 3 years with new shit. So that's cool for me. Ya know what I just got on Twitter today from A Perfect Circle ? News that they all just signed a new record deal with BMG, and announced a new album to be released this year. So it's things like this that frustrate me about Maynard.

[@andrewlockett5125]

Deftones Mike I haven't got quite as many as that. But still sufficient to do a constant full rotation of new ( or newish ) music while waiting for the heavyweight bands to finally release their records. Yes, Tool are a weighty, meaty band, and I don't mean in terms of their sound. They are nowhere near as heavy as most metal groups, they tend to be more restrained, which is probably why their heavier sections carry far more impact than the majority of those others. The juxtaposition in many Tool tracks gives it the impact I find. But too much Tool can be akin to an excess of Texas T-bone steak or similar top shelf stuff. Still gotta have it though! Take care))

[@dominiquebecerril5719]

I love tool. The only thing i HATE to the bone of tool, is the fans. Not all fans. I have a friend who loves tool but also knows how to be a decent person. They think they are all so illuminated and the hope of the human race just for knowing the band and understanding some references of the song. Getting to the point where they dismiss any other band, even booing Mike Patton when he is opening for tool. God that makes me furious.

[@whippybox9271]

If you haven't already, do 5 reasons people hate Korn!

[@coverkillernation]

+Whippybox_grHD! This one is overdue, but may have a special place down the line. I'd also like to try my hand with some non-metal artists in regard to this series. Branching out is always a fun challenge.

[@MegaMav101]

Before you do how about doing five why people hate limp bizkit

[@whippybox9271]

+MegaMav101 I think there's infinite reasons people hate Limp Bizkit lol

[@whippybox9271]

+coverkillernation And okay cool, that'd be refreshing and interesting!

[@seanseaman6341]

I was gonna add Limp Bisquick.. but 5 reasons won't scratch the surface of that dogshit "music"

[@mr.j7785]

I used to not like Tool, but as I got older i began to Listen.. Now I like Tool.

[@Evan8D]

I for one love tool.

[@X8X8X6X4X]

What is the background song?

[@pamelapap]

There are no words to describe how much I admire/love/in love/enchanted with Maynard's voice. His voice lifts my soul and he puts so much emotion into it. It's amazing.

[@nolandowney1491]

who cares if they're not heavy metal or metal! that's what I hate about metal heads sometimes, they go by "if it's not metal I won't listen to it" that's what ive came across most of the time. just because there isn't screaming doesn't mean it's not metal, they're a progressive metal band and they are my favorite band in my opinion