First time hearing Tool | Parabol and Parabola (Reaction!)

[@MrDuanepalmer]

"I like to find deep meaning in my music" TOOL- "hold my beer" 😆

[@jamestalkington6306]

"Hold my caduceus wine from the frickin desert"

[@plexus]

"Hold my Ayahuasca"

[@jamestalkington6306]

@@plexus I wish I had some, that or dmt,

[@timfarrow1545]

Hold my mescaline

[@strudawg9331]

Litteraly took the words out my mouth. Love it.

[@KardKing66]

There is nothing quite like watching someone discover Tool for the first time.

[@marcosjaramillo1314]

While on a treadmill? Noice

[@baconwafers4928]

has a Forest Gump walking across the country feel to it. :)

[@PaulGuy]

It's the closest thing I can get to hearing it myself for the first time again.

[@jaredsmith1859]

I know right! I'm jealous

[@wesbeuning1733]

When this guy said for his watchers to stop doing whatever else we are doing and be in this moment with him I knew he was gonna be a Tool person. Welcome.

[@davelewis3775]

"I tend to overcomplicated my song analysis....." OK, 100% need to listen to Tool - Lateralus. No excuses, no arguments, its 100% the song you need to hear next.

[@JB-xh5mc]

The greatest song ever written possibly.

[@crystalscolza1663]

Agreed

[@prophecygg5826]

I thought the same thing as soon as he said that. Totally agree. It is now MANDATORY. lol

[@codexdelux]

The fact that Lateralus even started playing as the next song at the end made me giggle even more :D

[@Viccerz]

ABSOLUTELY needs to

[@tykroner1133]

As a 27 year old who’s grown up in the pop era, people are usually surprised when I say that my favorite band is Tool. Between their sound, perfected technique, lyrics, and topics they perform about, it’s the closest band to perfection in any genre. Some of my favorite songs by them are The Pot, Lateralus, Schism, and Sober. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend going down the Tool rabbit hole. They’re absolutely incredible. All love Sebs ❤️🤙🏻

[@klipfellgames1158]

Descending

[@TheChazz1225]

My thoughts and age exactly, they have a perfected technique.

[@ext93]

I'm 28 and tool is one of my top bands. bro no one is 'surprised' that you listen to them lmao. It's like saying someone would be surprised you listen to Metallica. Like yeah million of people listen to these bands

[@tykroner1133]

@@ext93 when I say “people”, I’m meaning more of my family and friends. Besides the cousin that introduced me to Tool, nobody else in my circle listens to them. That’s the point I was making at the beginning of my original comment.

[@ezbgambler]

People say tool is their favorite band then list their most popular songs as their favorite 🙄

[@roneldridge9281]

Yes if you like to overcomplicate your lyrical/musical analysis then you have just stumbled upon one of the most genius group of four masters to ever assemble. I can't wait to vicariously experience them again for the first time with you.

[@Ronhickmott]

I see what you did there! wink wink

[@donnydread7631]

∞ Love ^

[@matthew6427]

It's always amazing to witness someone experience Tool for the 1st time, knowing that their journey is about to begin. I'm jealous 😂

[@focalscout1589]

Tool is the best band ever.

[@voidwraithprime8521]

Tool isn't metal. Tool is Tool, and this is just one of their great masterpieces.

[@VulgarMidas]

I mean, they are classified as metal (which i agree with) but they are definetly in a league of their own 🤘

[@savannah6068]

Saving, subscribing and commenting because my husband, Justin, is the one that told you to listen to these songs! Theyre badass and I'm so glad you've taken time to review them honestly.

[@DerekR87]

yes yes yes you get TOOL. Maynard's lyrics are profound and in some cases life changing for fans. Music like therapy. Cant wait to see them in D.C. this February. Welcome to the TOOL Army.

[@AJ-gn4ki]

Seeing them January. 1st time, can’t wait

[@DerekR87]

@@AJ-gn4ki be prepared to have your mind blown. This will be my 3rd time seeing Tool. I've seen APC once also which was just as amazing

[@Tylerdoesit]

I'm a huge toolfan and I make the usual rounds around the reaction channels. I'm so glad I found your reaction, so genuine and positive just amazing.. You have earned my subscription and I cannot wait to hopefully see you react to more tool. When you were talking about learning to live with your back pain and experience it, me as a grown man damn near wept because I knew the last line was coming and I couldn't wait to see the recognition on your face. As for other tool songs you'll learn that you need to know every tool song. The important part is the order in which you choose to react to them in period. there is no right answer, But I can't wait to go along for this ride because I know where it's going. Thank you for the amazing positive vibes

[@BunniMonster]

And now Tool? Nice. The transition from Parabol to Parabola is one of the all time greats. Edit: Oh.. You did them separately.. Big oof. You need to hear their track "Right In Two", I think it's right up your street.

[@novaduh]

I was just about to comment about this.When you are stuck in that trance from Parabol that seamless transition into Parabola is almost orgasmic.

[@alexbeardsley751]

mythoughts exactly

[@gustavoruvalcaba89]

WIth Intension, before Right in Two...

[@thevegantattooartist9066]

This will be one the best bands you’ve ever heard.

[@oldwolf3218]

One of………..🤨

[@jakefromstatefarm1405]

This turned out to be true for Sebs, no doubt

[@justinmccln]

Soo glad to share this with you man! I had a feeling you would appreciate their artistic approach to the messages that want to share. They have a large discography of music like this. Recognize this as a holy gift and celebrate this chance to be alive and breathing!

[@lonelyplanet1080]

Yep, TOOL Army just gained another fan🤘...it's amazing how TOOL has that effect on people..I miss my first time

[@atlarsenal]

So much fun watching someone discover Tool for the first time! Keep the Tool coming!

[@maestermagus1731]

The transition between Parabol and Parabola is one of my favorite of all time. Its a shame when you dont get the two together.

[@BrewmasterDedspace]

Hell yeah man. First all the reactions to my favorite comedian norm(R.I.P) ! And now my favorite band TOOL ! Please more Tool.!!

[@holypaper]

Feel ya bro.

[@BricktowneMedia]

"Most hard rock is focused on expressing ones anger, but this wasn't...I love that." maannn you keep making my night LOL just you WAIT my friend. this album, minus one track, and the reason is delightfully ironic and bitingly hilarious, is precisely that. Beautifully composed and engineered pieces of ProgMetal-esque bangers, one after the next after the next with some funky texture as seques in betwixt. None of them are about anger...all of them will make you fall deeper and deeper in love with the band and their whhoollee thhhiinnggggg... I hope you check them out again soon! if I would rec' anything...for a 2nd track... The Grudge. Same album, its the opener. Forking brilliance.

[@McFearsome2]

It always amuses me when someone is blown away by the lyrics of Parabol and then is blown away by the first verse of Parabola but not notice that they are the same lyrics...

[@scrabs9]

so fun watching you become a fan of this amazing band... spiral out!

[@amsheel9921]

Lateralus is a must listen. Also Invincible, which is my favourite work out song.

[@bassmasters123]

Listen to The Grudge by them while hitting a PR at the gym, 100% guarentee youll hit it! EDIT: if you are going to listen to it, its about holding grudges and how it can set a person back, its in the same album and the instruments are insane

[@Tylerdoesit]

I would also highlight the positive message that releasing said grudges is the healthy, and mentally powerful way to experience life. Never let another live rent free in your head brother's and sisters, because if you do, you've already lost

[@andrewkelley3434]

"Let GO!!!"

[@Gideonite]

Yes but with hope and reason you can transmute your leaden grudges into gold!

[@mattydyourdan]

Hey Sebs, I watched a few of your tool videos and I'm really happy and excited that you're both loving the music and realizing the deep meaning behind their music. I'm super happy that you were able to see them live and I just wanted to send love and positive vibes to you and your family.

[@DeepOwl1073]

I started my Tool journey with the album Opiate in the early 90's, Undertow was great, but when Ænima came out I was a fan for life. 25 years later, 46 and 2 still give me goosebumps. It is based on the works of Carl Jung, human chromosomes and evolution of man, and our shadow self. If you want deep, this is it. Oh, and a face melting metal song to boot. Enjoy!

[@benjaminz2523]

For sure. Discovering Aenima in the 90s as a teenager, listening to the whole album front to back with headphones on, more times than I can count, had such a huge impact on my psychology, my musical sensibilities & my imagination

[@leenoone5659]

I started watching you for the Ricky gervais show and an idiot abroad I never thought I would see you react to tool. You are going to get hammered with tool requests now

[@americanhwyflower]

This reaction made me tear up. Why? Because watching someone hear Tool for the first time and *get it* right off the bat is just magical. Plus, I'm an emotional person a day this song always gets me.

[@thisistheyear99]

Hope to see you get into more Tool for sure. Certainly a journey that will enhance your life. Check out the track "Forty Six & 2" which is about the shadow self and evolving. Cheers ✌🏼

[@mattpowers27]

Really great reaction, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I definitely have a similar profound reaction to a lot of Tool songs, and it's really nice to see you share in that. It's funny to me that a band with a much heavier sound has such positive messaging, but I often find that the energy of the music and the message of the lyrics really hits me hard, and makes me want to focus more on my positive habits / practices. Cheers!

[@petejung3122]

You're gonna love Lateralus. Enjoyed your little trip. Subbed to see you go down that wonderful rabbit hole that is tool.

[@Chris_Bro_aka_MR_PLAT1NEM]

Um yeah you just stumbled on a treasure in music. Tool is gonna reel you in. I was subbed for Harry Mack and now I got Tool. Let's go!

[@blitzhos]

You picked a good portal to go thru to start this journey. Welcome to the team. I remember the 1st time I heard this and loved it. Lots of other great music ahead of you in this band. This one and "pet" are prolly my favs but it's hard to really elevate above others (such as the Pot or Lateralus). They are all so good. Edit: Forgot 46 & 2, which is pretty freakin epic.

[@Issafreecrunch]

Tool has pretty much ruined most other music for me lol.

[@GimmeJimmy23]

Hey, the world needs fodder.

[@ted1976hailspiralout]

I also have back issues, I’m laying on an ice pack for my back the same time as I watched this lol. My friend, welcome to the Tool Army, you will find that Tool was formed and will transform yourself. There is no other band like Tool. More Tool reactions, the Tool Army will follow!!!

[@brandonmcsorley9579]

This might be my favorite reaction from you to date!!! You didn't know! Now you know.... I am a rock and metal fan first, hip hop second. Found you by way of Harry Mack. Time to evolve my friend.

[@theawakener4360]

If you like deep lyrics and music you will never hear from anybody else in the universe….you have stumbled across the greatest band ever created.You will love this album “Lateralus”Every album and every song they have is a masterpiece brother.Welcome to the Tool rabbit hole. “Tool-The Grudge” or Tool-Lateralus

[@RosettaStoned462]

I'm so late to the game. This is the first time I discovered your reactions. I'm so glad I found your channel and I'm excited to go on the Tool journey with you right here, right now! 😊

[@TheChazz1225]

Whenever I hop on the tread, my go to is Invincible by Tool. I don't need to explain the song to you; because you're gonna get it, and you're gonna love it. 🤘

[@matt.endlesscourage]

Favorite combo of songs.. Love this entire album. Probably my favorite one of all time. You gained a subscriber with this one. my own belief... the universe had you read that book, learn to meditate, and your back problem... they all happened for you prior so you could understand this song later on.. and the band tool in general. Lots of love brother.. bless

[@jerryg1708]

You are definitely Tool material ! ( wrote this 7 minutes into your reaction )

[@scottmayo7545]

Great reaction my man. Welcome to the Tool Army. Once you hear it, you can not unhear it. That next song that crept in at the end is actually my favorite song, Lateralus, using the Fibonacci sequence from math with the syllables of the words. It is legit as are all their songs from album 1 to the latest Fear Inoculum. We need more Tool reactions and I promise your ratio of likes to dislikes will be the best of anything you can think of to react to. I'm not lying so go prove me wrong.

[@howardcraven3664]

You ain't heard nothing yet. Keep taking the journey. #ToolArmy

[@mattleonard9867]

Sebs you've made my day bro! One of my favourite reactors who reacts to one of my favourite people of all time, Karl Pilkington, now reacting to one of my favourite song transitions of all time. You sir are becoming a legend in my household. Keep it up brah!

[@jefferyprice7405]

It's great watching someone listen to TOOL for the first time. Enjoy the journey my friend.

[@somarleor911]

You’re going to love Tool. Just subscribed

[@randomsasquatchwithwifi4090]

I love watching a new Tool fan being born! {Sheds a few tears} Welcome! Spiral out!🌀 Youve got a new sub now...enjoy the trip!

[@bryanpichardo6251]

Took is right up your alley my dude ! You’re gonna love their WHOLE discography

[@lonelyplanet1080]

Thanks for the reaction video bro, you nailed it!!

[@johndeedot]

Somewhere around 11 or 12 minutes in: Okay, I've never seen your channel before, but I like you dude. I think you might be on the right track, and conscious of it. Thumbs up man.

[@pedromarques2077]

As a long time Tool fan my main suggestion is to go back and start from the beggining. Tool is an evolving journey and you shouldn't start your journey half way through. Start with their earlier stuff and move your way up. They're probably the only band where I can listen to any of their albuns from start to finish without ever feeling the need to jump over to a specific track. Enjoy the deep rabbit hole!

[@jasonstuart9382]

I second that!! Its a great journey!

[@THEbenagain]

I wish I could subscribe to you a second time. I started following because of your Karl Pilkington reactions but now that you're onto Tool, I'll be for sure checking in often!

[@LanceThompsonKssooner]

You stepped right off into the deep end! More TOOL. The TOOL ARMY will blow up your channel. They do not have a bad song. This may not even be their best song. The Grudge and Lateralus off the same album will blow you away.

[@LilDevil769]

I am glad you discovered them, they are amazing live 😊

[@Rovalowy]

Bro, I have a habit to come back from time to time to your Tool videos. I love your transition from non-tool to Toolhead, or whatever the fuck u want to call it. Best reaction videos currently. I hope people would focus on lyrics more than just music. Music is amazing, but the lyrics coming with it man, this is the thing, the only thing. Wish you do the new Tool album as well. Wonder how will it affect myself and then other fellow Tool fans. Bless you man, and everyone that reads this. Much love!

[@Rovalowy]

Eh, one thing that I want to add - your thing is like "shit, do you hear the lyrics, wtf, holy shit", and others mostly is just "hey this sounds amazing, 10/10". There is a difference between appreciating good music, and appreciating good music AS WELL AS good lyrcis. I feel like nobody listens to lyrics these days. Maybe I'm a boomer, an old school. Who cares. Your videos are top notch and I will fight anyone that thinks differet. Especially the 10.000 days and Maynards mother topic. Tears guaranteed. Man, good job, dunno if you will ever read this, but shit. You made my day, month, and youtube seach all together. Keep it up friend, love you, keep on going!

[@claywangerin9423]

This is a great reaction, 👍 Tool is a fantastic band, you should go down the rabbit hole brother, the Tool Army will be here through your journey

[@Viccerz]

I wish I could get this feeling again.... seeing Tool live in January and I cannot wait

[@joekelly7785]

I just came across the Lateralus reaction first, then saw this, so it's pretty funny at the end when you say "Dunno what song that is..." when Lateralus starts. I was like, man, you're in for a treat!

[@georgedorney7412]

Wonderful reaction! Subbed for more Tool. You are going to love them!!! They’re on my work out playlist. That next song that started to play is Lateralus. You NEED to check that one out for sure!

[@StayAtHomeGamer9000]

great react, i was a teen when tool first came out and it was so mind blowing how they sounded

[@linzilooloo7669]

Glad you found them!!!!

[@MostlyCloudy]

Noyce. You're gonna love the rest of that album.

[@juliusmabry4839]

"I listened to prog rock in the 90s", "Reminds me of the trippy stuff I feel when I'm....meditating, haha", are you sure you aren't already a Tool fan?? This band is made for you lol

[@MisterDevos]

Was fortunate to see Tool and Disturbed live in October 2019, right before the pandemic. Great experience! Another Tool song recommendation would be the song Right in Two, it's so good!

[@craftygnome97]

Oh brother, you just opened a bottomless rabbit hole Edit: don't worry about the time signature, no one really knows lol

[@jakefromstatefarm1405]

True on the time signatures. Seems like they just go, "uh, I don't know, whats the date? The 13th? OK let's do a song in 13/8" 🤣🤣🤣

[@Varek.50]

Actually, keep nodding your head to a specific time signature, and when it changes don't change your head nod, it will come back and fit perfectly in rhythm with that nod again.

[@Z_TPI]

The mortal body. The eternal spirit. We don't remember our past lives, but we must embrace this moment and celebrate that our spirit has this brief moment to be alive and breathing. The pain we experience must not bring us down, as it's just an illusion of the brain, and our spirit transcends physical reality.

[@holypaper]

woah from Norm to Tool? You are the man!

[@mackenzieball7004]

13:20 “Dude, what time signature is this” Tool: yes.

[@Andalf1986]

Best song you've ever heard.....so far. KEEP GOING!

[@paulie98vr6]

Tool are 4 amazing musicians who together make up a truly unique band. One of the greatest vocalists ever in Maynard and Danny Carey on drums is one of the absolute best ever. When you said you like prog rock I had a feeling you were gonna love this song. You would be doing yourself a huge disservice if you don’t continue on this Tool journey and listen to more from them. They just put out an album recently and the drummer Danny is like 60 years old and still getting it. He is known for his polyrhythms and odd time signatures. The song starting to play at the end is “Lateralus” based on the Fibonacci sequence. It’s a masterpiece that needs to be checked out. “Vicarious” and “The Pot” are probably a couple you’d very much enjoy.

[@Varek.50]

Way before I dedicated myself to weight training, I was a big TOOL fan. Since I've been lifting, their music also has helped me get over plateaus and walls I hit when I workout. Always inspiring. Mentality, emotionally, and now physically. Enjoy your new journey. Wish I could listen for the first time all over again.

[@Cosmic_Observer33]

*When he mentions the time signatures* "First time?" 😂

[@Joey.9]

To hear this song is cool and all but, to experience this composition, understand this message and adapt it into your life is truly powerful. Tool wasn't just making music but creating frequencies that can really touch the spirit and helped me personally to understand we are connected to everything. It still shakes me to my core today. Kudos to you.

[@Teraspena]

I envy you for the road you have stumbled upon. I sense you will have a great time with the Tool boys!

[@ddiejr]

Subscribed for more Tool!! Keep doing what you do

[@Pj_Oracle]

Similar - lyrically, musically, spiritually - to my reaction to first listening to this song, this album. Happened all over again for me when I listened to their latest album, Fear Inoculam, and the song Pneuma - Spirit. Nice one and all the best to you on your journey ⛩️

[@cptjohanson]

The song that started playing at the end is Lateralus and is arguably one of their best songs. I highly recommend you listen to it. It's my personal favorite.

[@johncarpenter3751]

Is this dude walking and talking at the same time??? Instant sub

[@ozzy_osvi]

If you do more Tool IM IN I'm loving how you react to them I want moooore

[@wadesmoker8315]

Wait!?!? This was your first TOOL reaction ever!?!? My, how far we've come. ❤ U Sebs. Keep being good 🤜

[@daniccrn]

Gotta go see them live on their upcoming tour. Life changing!

[@spiderbass65]

Love seeing you try to walk to their time signatures... hahaha! These guys are a trip, enjoy the ride! By the way, many of their tunes are not in just one time signature, but many.

[@Dollaroz]

Found u through Harry Mack reactions but I love tool also would love to see more - Pushit - The grudge - Descending - Invincible - wings for Marie part 1 / part 2 - Lateralus Just a few which are incredible but honestly they don’t have a bad song

[@SparkimusPrime]

Tool is only rivaled by Jinjer as my all time favorite band 🖤 Their drummer Danny Carey is top 5 dead or alive for me.

[@scrabs9]

same! Ive been soo blown away by Jinjer

[@SparkimusPrime]

@@scrabs9 Me too! I’m getting ready to see them live next week, I’m so excited!!

[@nutrybe]

@@SparkimusPrime It's like we're the same person! LOL! Tool has been my favorite band for the past 25 years or so and then Jinjer came along and melted my earballs. My wife and I get to see Jinjer in 2 weeks and then Tool in March! So effing excited!!!

[@ubiquinoxxrosiles2766]

Yup. I'm stuck between. JINJER and TOOL, they're both on a level of their own. Both with their own unique sound

[@ssjonupants]

@@ubiquinoxxrosiles2766 I really enjoy Opeth too, not as much as TOOL, but yeah.

[@dan.j.boydzkreationz]

The next song on that album is one of their heaviest ever. The drummer won awards for it, and the vocalist killed his ability to sing high notes for weeks after, as it wax the last one they recorded.

[@jacobschrimm2904]

only halfway through your video but I love your reaction! Definitely check out more Tool

[@Raiv1980]

Down the rabbit hole another one goes. Welcome my friend, enjoy the awesome music.

[@triskelionchi3747]

The song that was going to play afterward was Lateralus, the title track of the album this song is from. If you like deep your going to love Tool, it always a pleasure to see a Tool fan be born, and it seems like you couldn't have started with a more perfect song fo where you are in your life. Tools name is at first in reference to a Penis when they started out, then as shifted into a different meaning over the decades for many, some would consider their music as a spiritual "Tool" given how nakedly it explores subject matters from the most uncomfortable to the most profound. You always get something new with every listen, especially with those songs that resonate.

[@BricktowneMedia]

Liked, Subbed and Rung the Bell. Friggin loved your sincerity and obviously I loved that you loved the tracks. Welcome to Tool my friend. Now the Army will show up. If you love diving deep into the music and lyrical content of music and LOOKING for the deep-end, dive into any and ALL TOOL. I shart you not my friend. Every album from their EP Opiate (1992) to Fear Inoculum which just dropped in 2019 (after a 13 year hiatus...again, not one single Shart here.) You will not be disappointed though of course there are some true standouts. Parable/Parabola is for SURE top tier Tool. It's off Lateralus as you know and my friend, many people regard that as one of if not the finest album ever committed to recorded media. So look, I know I sound hyperbolic, but this band is not just on a whole new level, they made their own dimension, and are skilled enough magicians to pull us all in there with them ever time we let them into our ears. I am not even going to make a recommendation you will soon be flooded with them...just, take your time, really savor these first listens...and then be perpetually amazed in the years to come as each listening renders new thoughts and revelations and framework. They are truly master of their craft, and they are unlike anyone else. Though their influence reaches far and wide and deep. They can be felt echoing through the halls of modern metal and hard rock and a lot of other places. I look forward to watching your progression with Tool.

[@pierceeyeball4021]

TOOL can justifiably be called GOAT.

[@danielwhite8544]

Yeah man tool is my favorite band and I'm 42. I suggest the pot and jambi if you love this band like i do. Rock on brother and the more you here this band the more you'll live them. Phenomenal post and keep it going 💪

[@Homophobe101]

I don’t know but I think you are a very unique person man. Exercising while “videoing”, and making great interpretations out of songs, innovative ideas. I like how unique your mind is. 👍

[@YourLocalStoney]

Subscribed for tool keep going👍🏼👍🏼

[@thebabayaga8492]

A proper set of headphones makes all the difference, great reaction and so much more of Tool to enjoy!

[@couchdetectives]

"What other Tool songs do I need to have?" YES!

[@nilsbossiusklintenberg3623]

Super happy you’ve found Tool! Everything from the Lateralus album and forward will probably resonate with you just as hard as this track. If you’re into meditation and all that. this is the band for you. All of their songs are amaaaaazing. You can’t go wrong. Masters of their instruments, masters of compossion. Plus basicaly all of their lyrics are very spiritually deep.

[@jacobchiago1378]

Oh I love parabol and parabola seeing this guy react is amazing cause I love these songs lol

[@strwbrryswisher420]

Welcome to the rabbit hole of a journey that is Tool. You should do Lateralus next, but before you do look into the Fibonacci sequence if you aren't familiar. Will make the experience of the song that much greater. Be ready for one of the greatest musical journeys ever with Tool. The song that started playing after Parabola ended was Lateralus btw. Edit: Try to listen, really listen and embrace the music, without pausing as much as possible. It makes it so much more of an experience as opposed to just music. Second Edit: "what time signature is this?" That is the million dollar question with any Tool song you listen to. Danny Carey is one of the greatest technical drummers of all time. Right up there with Neil Peart.

[@thevegantattooartist9066]

More TOOL man!! You have no idea what’s to come 🔥🔥🔥

[@nanskate]

The theme of living in the now is in tools songs more than once. Lateralus has some of my favorite lyrics, overthinking, overanalyzing, separates the body from the mind... (In a overthinking song...)

[@MrDanmjack]

Just all of them. Just listen to all of them. Over and over