Singer Reacts to Tool - Sober (Live)

[@tomg2076]

Continue to reacting to this band and you will hear some of the best music/drumming you’ve ever heard.

[@DMTInfinity]

Indubitably..! 🧐

[@pythonxz]

Danny is the continuation of his inspiration, Neil Peart. One of the first things Danny said when he was on-stage for the Grammy's when accepting the award for 7empest, was in honor of Neil :)

[@DMTInfinity]

@@pythonxz I've never personally looked into that dude before. But man... Danny is truly one of the greatest drummers I've ever heard besides Travis Barker.... I would absolutely Love to hear an entire album of just them collaborating, going as hard as they can. Not necessarily FAST. But of course sometimes going fast..... (Lol, I literally just realized how nasty that sounds.) 😂 But just overall, giving it their absolutely best and creating a drumming album like nothing ever seen before..! 😍

[@dougf1249]

Danny kills it like no other

[@BlueHopi144]

@@pythonxz John Bonham is still his other main influence / inspiration

[@jonathanritter7364]

Anyone else look for new tool reactions almost daily?

[@slantz49]

One of the few positives I have in this COVID era

[@ElliotMist]

Yes me right now. Daily tool reactions the past few weeks!

[@patsstuffclark9522]

The answer to that is: Every damn day!

[@vanlandingham91]

Yes...

[@patsstuffclark9522]

Yes.

[@DoberDudeProductions]

It's refreshing to see someone understand this performance, for a change lol. As you noticed, his posture and mannerisms are intentionally performative to convey the struggle of the subject of the song.

[@WickedKingLycoan]

This is about addiction. Maynard’s performance is spot on with someone trying to go clean and absolve themselves from the pain of addiction.

[@mapexzildjian6361]

This song is widely considered one of their simplest and basic compositions. (Tool) shows us all how to be better musicians

[@MarthMain]

That’s what was genius about it. It was pure emotion selling that song. Just really well made emotive music. It’s not as plastic as Modern Pop.

[@nyauni]

That's true, those vocals are quite difficult though.

[@ysinvangulik1004]

Yet,.... so powerfull

[@voiceover2191]

Tool fans are too much obsessed with complexity and yes Tool makes rhythmically very complex songs, but I think this song in some ways is way better, because of its emotional impact and their subsequent albums, as this is a relatively early song, seem a bit too much focussed on form (complexity) and less so on content and I think form should serve content and not the other way around, but that's obviously just my personal view. I mean all their work is exceptional and they are exceptional musicians and yes, I've seen the Danny cam performance of Pneuma about a hundred times, but personally in the end I got a bit bored with the complexity for complexity's sake. I can and do admire it, but it doesn't do much for me musically, but this song right here, never ever get bored with it, always a punch to the stomach, which I think good rock should always go for. Maynard is just effing amazing in this performance, goose bumps every time. Don't get angry Tool army, just one opinion and I do consider them one of the best bands of the 90's up to now.

[@flyingardilla143]

Here we go! And here they come (the Tool Army)

[@FarOutWizard]

Tool won't ever disappoint you. The best tool song is always the one you are listening to in the moment.

[@williammontroy9024]

Lol you could say they had some commercial success... everything they’ve done is multi platinum after all lol .. great video bro

[@dazc1069]

Great reaction, it’s always good to watch someone trying to grasp tool for the first time. It’s good that we got another one to enjoy them experiencing them for the first time. Be prepared for the tool army to be here in 3..2..1🤣 My advise is only do audio versions of songs (besides the Danny Carey drum cam of ‘pneuma’ of course). You don’t want to get lost in the music videos. And keep listening through the headphones. The mixing is amazing as well. So many great songs to listen to, I’m sure everyone will try and get you to listen to their favourite. No matter which ones you listen to, you will hear some of the best drumming ever. Also not quite underground, they have won 4 Grammy’s and have sold nearly 14 million albums.😉

[@JOSEFFGmusic]

Thanks, Daz! I appreciate the clarity...and the heads up :)

[@luciarivera4997]

I totally agree with you, I do the same thing when I see new people reacting to Tool. I also agree with you about the videos. Great reaction welcome to Tool universe.

[@Danlows1]

@@JOSEFFGmusic the Danny Carey Drum Cam video of Pneuma you will find on Vic Firth’s channel. It is amazing. I have been in a rabbit hole of watching people react to it for about 3 months now😅

[@tomwiththeweather247]

Tool can sound very dark on the surface, but is actually very uplifting. They make you confront your own humanity in order to become a better human.

[@prefono]

This is only an early and primitive forum of their music. Now TOOL is the greatest band of the planet in terms of quality and continuity. Keep on reacting to TOOL you will not regret and Tool Army will follow your journey. You will surely be surprised to find out how big and loyal the TOOL fanbase is and how monumental and complex their songs are.

[@JOSEFFGmusic]

I'm definitely impressed...and I'm now becoming more aware of the Tool army :)

[@nicknick2903]

Most people don't catch the Not be sober the first time.you did very well. Keep it up.

[@edchandler5842]

If you want meaningful lyrics, check out Parabol/Parabola by Tool. Lyrically, for me, it has become a bit of a mantra to live by.

[@prefono]

What about "Wings for Marie " 1 and 2? The greatest love song ever written!

[@50NewEyes]

Nah parabol/parabola

[@Enochulator]

@@prefono not exactly what I’d call a love song...

[@prefono]

@@Enochulator love for a mother is still love in my opinion.

[@Enochulator]

@@prefono sure, just not usually what people are talking about when they say a love song, in my experience 🙂

[@stevenstudler5507]

Everytime I hear this version I get chills man...real shit to me..I listened to this so much as a drunk...15 years sober now. One thing I've slowly learned over the years is Maynard's voice and the guitar of Adam compliment each other so we'll and express a feeling more than a word.

[@onepieceofgumleft]

Best musicianship and deepest lyrics you’ll find.

[@Collabstreet]

Can't argue that.

[@JesusIsOneOfOne]

The wardrobe... his posture.. his energy.. all intentional.. you can literally see the whole story.. one of the most powerful and brilliant performances of all time

[@phlipmode1]

Welcome... Down the rabbit hole you go. I’d love to see you become part of the TOOL Army.

[@jasonwest7317]

Keep reacting to tool. You won’t be disappointed.

[@barryoconnor5179]

Your gonna love this band man, and this early work. Get stuck into more tool fella.

[@ColonelEMHouse]

I’ve been listening to this song for 25 years. And your impression is beautiful.

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you so much! We will pass the compliment on to Joseff.

[@scarlettletterman9271]

Yes!!!! He just wants all the previous pain to go away in his head, not necessarily being drunk, but getting rid of the constant dark your past gave you

[@DMTInfinity]

Oh thank God.. You're not just another "Reaction" channel with nothing but genuinely, un-genuine reaction videos. You certainly got my like..! ✌️

[@THEbenagain]

Great job! Let's see some more!

[@stevejepsen9332]

you won't find a better band with so much individual talent all coming together to create unbelievable music

[@Andrew46_2]

The toolagins will be here soon

[@ginaarendtson9478]

The Tool army is awaiting your next Tool reaction!

[@GobigredNEB]

Really liked your way of breaking this down. Please please keep going this band is truly one of the greats. If nothing else tool fans will blow you up!!

[@Collabstreet]

Definitely more Tool to come! Thank you.

[@3pumps324]

TOOL ARMY IS WATCHING

[@Andrew46_2]

You toolagins 😁

[@sevenduster27]

🔥WELCOME TO THE TOOL ARMY🔥 Can’t wait to follow you on the TOOL journey, it’s not your typical rock music. It’s an experience 👽

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you. Joseff will be reacting to more of Tool as well as some of our other reactors.

[@amymcdade8312]

Tool is a fantastic band, lyrically and musically. You should check out more of their discography. Just phenomenal...

[@nicknick2903]

I use to own the cassette tape of Opiate and Undertow back in the day!!

[@SkindrixX]

lol, me too

[@daisho13]

Awesome reaction mate, stay safe y'all.

[@bio-hazard221]

If that's your first Tool video you haven't heard what this band is capable of, Tool is an experience, should definitely check out more of them

[@Collabstreet]

We'll be introducing Joseff and the other reactors to more of Tool.

[@kylesheehan5697]

Greatest Band on the Planet.. Ur about to embark on a great journey

[@stephenmorelli6741]

Tool is an amazing band

[@ted1976hailspiralout]

Oh man, you are going to love Tool. It only gets better from here. More Tool reacts please!!!

[@efjefe]

Tool aint a band but a spiritual experience

[@Archon1995]

The Tool Army shall descend. :-) All the members are world class musicians (drummer Danny Carey is arguably one of the best drummers of all time). Yet as they say, sometimes the sum is greater than the parts. Tool as a band is on a level nearly alone, surpassing what might be expected from considering the individual members' talents and skills.

[@michaeltabor4176]

This song was written about a friend of the band who could only access his creativity when he was under the influence.

[@jennyd1111]

Tool is amazing. Seen them 4 times, brilliant every time. Another band with excellent lyrics is 10 Years. I've not seen a reaction to them and I feel all reactors are missing out.

[@Jaysun1]

Best Band in the Word. With future Tool reactions I advise doing lyric videos. (With the exception of "Pneuma" - Danny Carey Drum Cam Version - which will blow your mind). Their top songs and the ones I think you would enjoy the most are Forty Six & 2, Schism, Lateralus, Parabol/Parabola(Must be listened to together), The Pot, 7empest, Vicarious, Pneuma(Drum Cam Version), Aenema, and Stinkfist.

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you. We will react to more of Tool. For some of our reactors it's their first experience hearing them.

[@garya7893]

If you check out there song Lateralus you will hear one of the best songs ever made trust me Im old school Led Zeppelin Rush Floyd i still love them but Tool takes things to another level

[@Chet_Thornbushel]

I like your perspective as a non-rock listener. There is a lot of judgment toward rock as it being “angry” but in reality it is EMOTIONAL. Growing up(I’m now in my late 30s and still a rock fan) having access to these artists who were really delving into and exposing their emotional selves was probably one of the most important parts of my adolescence. Lyrics and singing aside, even the musicianship of the band and the instruments as a portal for emoting is incredibly powerful. A think rock music has honestly saved a lot of people and acted as a form of therapy in a world that’s very afraid of facing feelings.

[@phildigiovanni9687]

Greatest band ever period🤘

[@GnashBistro]

welcome to the rest of music. your perception of rock is 99% incorrect. you're gonna love this journey

[@Lost_Soul7711]

Wow lol, Tool is the greatest rock band of all time! How can you have never heard of Tool??

[@DoberDudeProductions]

Great reaction, by the way. Keep reacting to TOOL and "Tool Army" will show up. They're a band of trained artists that produce some really unique and masterful music. And they're a view and sub magnet, especially since their newest album was released a couple of years ago after a 13 year hiatus (the lead singer has two other bands, A Perfect Circle and Puscifer - you'll probably really appreciate A Perfect Circle). All of their songs are masterpieces (some truly are, some are just really fucking awesome lol). But TOOL's standout tracks (to really get an introduction to their style and skill) are: Vicarious, Right in Two, Jambi, The Pot, Lateralus (also an album title - look up the Fibonacci sequence relation if you're interested in geometry and nature), The Grudge, Ænema, Parabol and Parabola (two tracks that need to be played together), Fear Inoculum, Descending, Invincible (these three are from their newest album) - and honestly anything else from them.

[@JOSEFFGmusic]

Thanks, John! Appreciate your insights here...and thanks for the heads up :)

[@ultrasonic6]

Please react to Tool's Pushit Salival version. His singing is transcendant.

[@simonpanter3627]

He's portraying the substance. I will only complicate you. Trust in me and fall as well. I will only elevate you, just enough to bring you down I want what I want!!

[@melaniesinclair5382]

Loved your reaction. Please keep doing more Tool!

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you. More Tool reactions to come. It may not always be the same reactor but we'll let Joseff know.

[@thisistheyear99]

Awesome reaction vid bud. Hope to see you do more Tool. Best band on earth. Cheers!

[@Collabstreet]

Thanks! Will do!

[@lizmagu3189]

I read an article where he said he wanted to portray an alcoholic having withdrawals. Mission accomplished. So good! If you really wanna be amazed watch Danny Carey drum cam video for the song Pnuema. It's AMAZING!!

[@darthraider4083]

Song is about his best friend who struggled with alcohol & drug addiction. His best friend and friend of the band was always drunk and high because he felt he couldnt function without, he felt his work best came out when he was high and then he passed away after Maynard and the band tried to get him to stop but of course that didnt happen and yes hes playing a roll.. Maynard also has sever anxiety and stage fright, in most of his videos not this one but hes usually standing in the background..

[@kirktown2046]

Love your reaction and analysis, you're really incisive!

[@BADWlNG]

Hearing “He’s got his game face on” and knowing what you are about to go thru made me laugh out loud. You walked into the room with Maynard the monster vocalist sitting in the corner. Great reaction!

[@thefourshowflip]

It could be quite surprising to see just how wide a range metal spans, specifically in the themes and lyrical aspects; there’s the stereotypical perception of bands like slayer or cannibal corpse (blood, gore, and all the rest of that) and on the other end you have deeply considered lyrics (which itself spans a range, with TOOL often going for deep philosophical messages and to lesser degrees albums like Death’s later work). Metal is a world of music all on its own. 😈

[@stephaniewhite7512]

Describing this song as a prayer was perfect Beautiful

[@cartertv7149]

TOOL is pretty unknown in the music community as a whole because they didn’t convert to streaming their music on platforms like Apple Music and Spotify until recently.

[@theawakener4360]

You need more Tool in your life brother!You won't regret it!Stay away from official music videos....only do the music and have the lyrics pulled up at all times.....next do "Tool- The Pot"....and every sing is a masterpiece....you won't find a bad song....early albums are heavy ....they've evolved more every album...with their sound and the over all energy of the band

[@joejacobsen6822]

One of the best reactions to this song that I have watched. And I have watched nearly all of them.

[@sakitsakinabuhi6851]

That stare you had when he started singing, glad to see that for some reason

[@Nick-nm8om]

He was trying to heal him self from the lose of his mother to Cancer. He had a very bad relationship with her . He felt she did him wrong an vise versa. He grew up catholic . Lived just a few miles away from me in Michigan. But I never interacted with him in highschool. He was very quiet and reserved.

[@slantz49]

I hope you continue to listen and watch live recordings of Tool ..beside TOP notch musicianship .. Maynard is a lyrical..and performance GENIUS

[@tdement90]

What a great video and analysis. Thank you!

[@bio-hazard221]

Tool- intension/Right in two, 46&2, schism, laturalus (based on the Fibonacci sequence) ,parabola/parabola the list is endless

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you!

[@wojecire]

on a commercial level, they've been selling out arenas for decades, multiple grammys, multiple albums have gone plat several times over. needless to say, they're popular.

[@jasonwonderinthelight8098]

Do their discography! Do it! You know you should. You can feel it.

[@tonyadurst-scarlett1542]

I just found your channel this morning. Love it. Very intelligent.

[@AnindyaChakraborty-rr8ep]

Great reaction!

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you!! 😁

[@MrGreendayzed]

You nail the meaning the song. The whole album is about trauma, cycles of trauma, self hatred.

[@50NewEyes]

No one knows the real level of tools genius.........

[@stephenmorelli6741]

React to more tool! But the live versions are never professionally done like this , all cell phones crap

[@rexie_rex_]

As a producer, TOOL, Nine Inch Nails, and Rage Against the Machine have some the best put together music of all time. The music and the lyrics...amazing

[@FloyDJode]

If you're into interesting vocalists then MC Ride with deathgrips is a good react. He purposefully undermixes vocals at points. Then again, TOOL has such a wide range with Maynard as the vocalist. Plenty of other songs by them with tonnes of variety.

[@scarlettletterman9271]

My personal take on it is he had a hard beginning and because of it he keeps going down the path he took because of the pain and just wants it all to go away

[@steveszanto1581]

Excellent reaction and analysis of this great lyrics. Such a great performance by Tool and Maynard.

[@hemlock399]

The lyric is "why *can't* we *not* be sober?", in other words, "why can't we just stay drunk?" The song is from the perspective of an addict in the grip of his addiction.

[@lewismaddox4132]

It screams beware! I will pull you into the vortex with me.

[@toolsannie6625]

Liked and subbed because of your review ‼️

[@JesseWinford69]

Well put... in order to escape the pain you become something your not. I really like that. It's very true in the since of addiction.

[@MsDvant]

Nicely said. You get it my friend.

[@pitchkapizda8355]

Very very unique band one off

[@Chuncks01]

Good stuff

[@Collabstreet]

We appreciate it, glad you enjoyed it.

[@Smoshy16]

You can't get more dark than addiction!

[@jasonrees8020]

great observations!

[@ericfisher1360]

I suspect the the point, is that for a self hating addict the only way to feel worthwile after mistakes of the past is via forgiveness from others. However because the addict is still an addict by nature, they find a new substance to be addicted to. This new addiction comes in the form of forgiveness and the vicarious strength of others. The only way to get a fix for this new addiction is by "falling off the wagon" so that you can be forgiven again. This process repeats until you drive those who forgive you away.

[@increase9896]

thats it, im starting a tool react channel too

[@bryanbokser0821]

This song is about addiction; to drugs/alcohol

[@danisyx5804]

tool fam loves you. spiral out 🖤

[@davidsan9654]

"He kind of looks drunk" dude that's exactly the point...good eye!

[@davidsan9654]

And the original lyric the first time around is "Jesus won't you fucking whistle, something but the past and done"...guess that was too much for the crowd lol

[@mattrhymes9054]

just letting you know he actually says "why CANT we NOT be sober" meaning why cant we be drunk.

[@Nb123022]

I just hit subscribe. So rare for people to see this performance and get it! I have always taken the second verse as the alcohol or drug that is talking and i try to make my husband hear those words in the hope it will make him look at it and get pissed off that he is letting this thing control him. He has been battling alcoholism for 8 years now. Wow, 8 wasted years so far.😪 Anyways, Tool is so far past genius they are in another world. You can't stop at this one song now, i hope you know that! I say do Aenima and 46&2 next. Aenima's lyrics need to come to pass sooner than later in my opinion. Also watch Danny's drum cam for Pneuma, if you think he was good on the drums in this wait till you see him now.

[@Collabstreet]

Thank you for the suggestions we will pass them on to Joseff. What your husband is going through is indeed a tough fight. He's lucky to have someone that loves him still fighting with him. We wish you both the best. 🙏

[@doghouse3464]

never heard it called a prayer before!

[@jonathanritter7364]

If you're thinking all rock music is dark...then you definitely need to broaden your music taste a little bit. Especially with tool. Listen to it...and have the lyrics in front of you. I promise you won't regret it

[@Collabstreet]

We will be introducing more of our reaction team to Tool. It's great seeing new listeners react. There's so much good music out there in all the different genres.

[@neighborhoodhighfiveguy2225]

I see TOOL. I click.

[@jimijammer59]

Please continue This is a self help band. Always self reflection.

[@floorsbychrisable]

It is about not wanting to be sober about religion. Opiate of the masses and all.

[@floridabelle]

Perfect reaction. Subscribing for more Tool. #ToolArmy

[@brettmason1666]

You haven't even begun to understand what you've done by reacting to Tool for the first time. Especially considering this is from their very early work. You've have only just begun You could pick a day of the week every week to react to tool, and it will be your busiest most watched day every week I would also offer up another band that I personally feel is on this same level. KARNIVOOL, out of Australia. Even though they've been together for a very long time, they only have three studio releases so far. All of them are brilliant. I personally feel that their masterpiece is Sound awake. Start with anything off of that record.

[@Andrew46_2]

You need to listen to tool - the pot.

[@andrewswo]

If you like stories, check out Tool Wings for Marie pt1&2