First Time Hearing Tool - "Schism"

[@spanzotab]

God damn man this is a breath of fresh air. Watching you roast this song was so funny and I'm a huge fan of this song and tool generally. I'm sure you're gonna get a bunch of comments taking you too serious but this was hilarious. So many other guys who do the "black guy reacts to white music" just play it up, and it's always the same old songs too. Thanks for this.

[@HollywoodRobTV]

Pinned this. Much love family ✊🏾

[@laredolassoo]

Same same. So fun

[@Adoogin]

HOly shit. My wife is asleep upstairs and I'm trying so hard not to burst out laughing. That was awesome. Just skipping through the song with that look. I love this tune just like Yo, and I loved this reaction too. It's really hard to get into the flow of music that has so many time signature changes, but it eventually makes sense. And Tool has a lot of em

[@halenissen]

Lmao same, laughing so hard. Love Tool but this reaction is perfect xD

[@natenichols9569]

You didn't get it

[@RyuGuitarFreak]

That's hilarious. That's a genuine reaction to odd time signatures. 😂

[@SilentGloves]

He might not have been ready for Tool. Tool isn't exactly entry level "white folk" music. 😆

[@_WeDontKnow_]

@@SilentGloves I always love when people roast the songs Im a fan of lmfao, i have no clue why but it makes me laugh so hard "is this some type of initiation? i feel like by the end of this imma have 700 credit score and a blue lives matter flag" 😂😂

[@mattjarrett7274]

Hit the nail on the head there haha

[@zoixdark]

It's funny because the tempo doesn't actually change throughout the whole song. I've just heard it a million time so I know where all the measures start so my foot taps in time with it all. I guess he probably won't like Pneuma.

[@brezdog4623]

Sometimes I'm not even sure if Tool know what they're doing! 😂

[@DLysene]

TOOL is my absolute favorite band by a mile. However I absolutely loved your reaction. I actually laughed out loud when you were just staring into the camera waiting for the bridge (the instrumental portion) to be over. Glad to see you aren't just trying to give the TOOL army they reaction you think they want. You should try The Pot though, off their 10,000 Days album. That has more of a beat and it's more rock/metal than this song (although I love this song too, especially the baseline).

[@_WeDontKnow_]

the staring part was so damn funny. during the most wacky sounding guitar line of the entire song LOL

[@neondolphin7250]

Late reply, but 100% agree. Hilarious reaction. Do check out The Pot for a song that is amazing and easy to bob your head to.

[@averagegatsby]

I've seen Tool live 9 times, adore this band, but I've never liked Schism. Its just never hit for me.

[@adrianmarella7925]

Tool is really into using weird time signatures and polyrhythms.

[@Ryan-sl8mw]

He's not used to real instrumentation and creative original music.

[@mikeydoes]

@@Ryan-sl8mw As I told him in my comment. This is what he is going to realize very quickly, that Tool is head and shoulders above the rest and he insulted true talented people. It's like hating Tom Brady. I hated him during his dynasty run.. But that doesn't mean he wasn't great all that time. I may have said he sucked out of anger or jealousy, but it simply wasn't true.

[@mikeydoes]

Lol, he already likes the Pot.

[@YuzuDrink]

I'm into their music because of their complex time signatures and the fact that they just groove FOR. EV. ER. I'll put on a Tool album and go running and just zone out. But I can 100% understand people not being into it for any number of reasons.

[@Ryan-sl8mw]

@@mikeydoes we all know when we are lying to ourselves. I felt the same way about Brandy until he made me money on a huge comeback win a few super bowls ago

[@Kreigmstr]

Progressive Metal is like that. The complexity sometimes just doesn't appeal to people. That's why bands like Tool or Dream Theater, despite all their talent, aren't bigger.

[@keithferris9574]

But Tool is absolutely huge overall.

[@Kreigmstr]

@@keithferris9574 Didn't say they weren't. Just looking at total album sales. There are a few bands that are way bigger than them.

[@ahrubik]

You're absolutely right. The purpose of the song it to be ethereal and not right in people's faces.

[@soth1sol]

never compare the wasted talent of dream theater with TOOL

[@yanhasmut4005]

Tool beat out Taylor Swift in 2019 with their new album. Dream Theater, yes, they're not quite as big, but Tool is one of the biggest acts in the world!

[@kentsundquist7573]

Tool is very much an Experimental/Groove/Prog Rock type band. They tend toward complex timings and play with different layers to the music. You are probably having issues finding "the rhythm" to vibe with because there are several overlapping rhythms (each instrument might be on a different time signature) that play with and against each other for different effects during the song. The vocals are also like another instrument, and while the lyrics have meaning too, the vocal track is treated like another layer to the song.

[@pajander]

White people got all the beats, not just basic ass 4/4.

[@untetheredmoon6971]

"why do you listen to this" had me dying hahaha

[@vestler]

Such a genuine reaction! And funny af. This is one of my fave tool songs and you're now my favorite reaction to it. Everyone's a tool fan. Some just don't know it yet. Keep up the amazing content.

[@jasonmanning1428]

OMG I’ve not laughed so hard in a minute! Your reactions are 🔥🔥🔥

[@joshstreit688]

This may be one of the only reactions in which I find the response completely believable.

[@patrickgrace5980]

Dude I love tool, but this is one of the best reactions ever haha

[@soul-software-survivor]

Try “The Pot” if you want a groovy Tool song. This song is on the more ambient, spiritual spectrum for them.

[@CoryMellmer]

I was thinking Jambi! The riff is so good in that track.

[@extrastrengthhamsalad3438]

I love Tool… and I love this song… but you got me laughing my tits off at this reaction. We ain’t got to like the same things!

[@nim4464]

same lmao

[@burnnote303]

I came here to say this

[@MonkeeKnucklez2]

Lol, it’s a weird place to start with Tool. It would be like listening to Radiohead for the first time with “Pyramid Song”.

[@dalianmoya]

This is one of my favorite reactions I’ve ever seen to anything. This is an honest reaction.

[@tanyamonk1280]

Honestly this was not the best song to introduce you to TOOL. You need to give em a second chance.

[@laurensuris2091]

I’m saying cause idk who recommended this to him cause I love this song but even I know this song requires a certain refined rock palette 😂😂

[@anthonypetniunas354]

So true. This is the breather between some massive concepts in Tool albums. I would love for him to review 46&2.

[@thedicetomato]

100% brah... even though Tool is the "hard rock" of Jam bands, you need to look up Eulogy, Hooker with a Penis, or even Aenima

[@jayshulan762]

Laterals, the Pot, or aenima are my go to for introducing people to Tool

[@opiatesmile]

@@jayshulan762 People reacting to the pot is getting a little played out...

[@MrNixotron]

Dude! Finally a music reaction channel that gives honest reactions 😂😂😂 I love it! I love Tool but your reaction is so honest and not pandering at all which is the most important part to me! Keep up the good work!!!

[@adrianuribe5539]

How you feel about this song is how I feel about hip hop and pop music

[@HollywoodRobTV]

Lmaooo understandable even tho hip hop is my fav genre. It’s def different than Schism 😂

[@ma42134]

@@HollywoodRobTV it's about a mushroom trip if no one else mentioned it and it's gotten a lot of awards for how technically complex it is from a musician perspective and how it changes time signatures. It's a little jarring to listen to when you aren't used to progressive metal I would imagine. If you are willing to give prog metal another shot I would recommend Nevermore ( godless endeavor) and Devin Townsend ( deadhead)

[@apathetic25]

This comment had me laughing for 2 minutes. Pretty much true for me aside from some caveats.

[@bash7343]

Listen to young thug barter 6. 😂 tool and SOAD are my favorite bands but Thug is a creative genius too. 🤙🏽 don’t sleep on rap

[@CptFoot.]

@@ma42134 What’s about a mushroom trip? If you’re talking about Schism, you are mistaken.

[@CarcinogenSDA]

"I feel like I'm about to have a 700 credit score and a Prius!" I feel called out, minus the Blue Lives Matter flag

[@HollywoodRobTV]

Lmaoooo all love

[@reecesaffire]

"this song scary af" dont let him watch the music video lmao

[@gregwillson7952]

Man I love Tool and I love this song, and your reaction had me cracking up. Taste is subjective, nobody's wrong. It's really interesting to observe how much difference a person's musical experiences and background can affect the way a track hits them. I grew up with pop radio, but my dad also made sure I heard and understood a lot of classical stuff too, like Mozart type stuff. Purely instrumental for the most part, because Dad wasn't so into operas. So to me, the long instrumental interludes don't sound like a break in the song, so much as a moment to focus on other parts of it besides lyrics. The complex time signatures are impressive and hypnotic, instead of chaotic. You're right about Tool not being music you can easily nod along to! I think it's great that you're intentionally stepping out of your comfort zone. Keep it up.

[@jejrocks]

I love your reviews and think they're hilarious. I love Tool for their complexity. They're not for everyone but the humor is 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TheRusty]

1:36 "The FUCK these motherfuckers talking about" - if that isn't 100% the perfect "hearing Tool for the first time" reaction I dunno what is

[@evendrag6302]

Nah Rob u wrong on this one, this shit is fyre

[@mr.righty6985]

This is the most talented band you've ever heard. Give them a chance

[@gyro4250]

I absolutely love your reaction. these guys remind me of the jazz lovers. that shit is so technical it takes a special person to like it

[@LadyArtemis2012]

I really loved your comment about not being able to bob your head to this song. Here's a quote from the wikipedia entry on this song that's pretty relevant: ""Schism" is renowned for its use of uncommon time signatures and the frequency of its meter changes. In one analysis of the song, the song alters meter 47 times." But, yeah, Tool has a very wide variety of music but their most well known songs are all "moody" more than they are "bops". For instance, "Sober" is one of the most intense explorations of addiction you'll ever get in musical form but it's not really something you can just put on at the gym, in my opinion.

[@HollywoodRobTV]

I feel like it's dangerous to "dislike" a song and to joke around lol. But I'm ready to fall on the sword being myself. Do your worst! Got a reaction to "The Pot" coming out next!

[@thoughtless2050]

You're doing great! We'll rather have your HONEST opinion on things, than having you kissing our asses and pretend to like our music for sub.

[@skibear2]

check out the collab between JayZ and Linkin Park

[@bryanwilkinson1241]

Lateralus

[@clintkaster6269]

You're totally not wrong on this song -- I'd pair this with a nice DMT vape pen and maybe a line of ketamine to get in the proper mood. On the other hand, they have a ton of stuff that is just flat-out amazing. This just isn't it. YES, it's a cult.

[@apvandergriff]

Love the vibe of the channel, but may I suggest a few things. Perhaps either before or after listening, look up and read just a bit about the band or song and share your thoughts on that as well. It would provide context and I for one would be interested in your broader thoughts with that supplemental information included. I would also encourage you to have the lyrics on hand, and give your interpretation of them if the song is ambiguous. Hearing people's interpretations of songs, based on their own life experiences is often the most interesting part of the "first time hearing" format. Also, I appreciate how you are listening to the songs, and not reacting to the music video. Many times the reviewers will have their opinions based on what is really a different visual medium than the strictly auditory experience. Also, (to your joke) you can trust me... my credit score is 823.

[@MacroAggressor]

Tool is a musician's band. They play with odd time signatures and shifts all over the place. Can be pretty overwhelming for some people.

[@vagabundorkchaosmagick-use2898]

This song is about supposed brother and supposed lovers who can't communicate, therefore separate (become enemies). Schism, a break up. It's an absolute masterwork, the entire album is. Other Tool albums are not even close. This is one of the few almost perfect albums.

[@fooshnick8625]

lol that take on rhythm was gold

[@corey6393]

HAHA That was fucking hilarious! Longtime Tool listener here, and you made me crack the fuck up. Well done.

[@MrZiljon]

I'm actually crying from laughing, this is the best Tool reacts I ever seen on youtube. It's like when I put on tool when I was at my brothers and his wife was like "wtf is actually going on and it never fuckin ends?".

[@supersop]

lol .... thanks for entertaining me. I'll be interested to see you revisit something like this in a year or two when you figure out that not every piece of music has to be in 4/4

[@mjdagnino]

This... not all music has a 4/4 beat.

[@stevenb3854]

Yeah I was disappointed because this guy's reactions have usually been great especially for RATM. But the fact he couldn't lock into what is relatively a simple beat for an "odd time signature". So all music outside of 4/4 is just instantly bad for him? I guess music is subjective but come on

[@no1bandfan]

They made this song specifically with odd time signatures, just to fuck with people trying to bob their heads to the rhythm. It’s hard for people who are new to their music but if you break it down into sets of 3 then 2 you can kinda get a swing to it instead of actually trying to follow the beat.

[@henryreed5641]

It takes some pretty huge balls to call one of the greatest drummers in history trash.

[@HollywoodRobTV]

I said a song is trash, not any of the musicians! Michael Jordan has had plenty of bad games.

[@ProsperoFinch]

@@HollywoodRobTV except this isn’t one of Tool’s (or Danny Carey, the drummer’s) “bad songs”. The song doesn’t use a “standard” 4/4 time like the vast majority of most music. 4/4 time is 4 beats to bar/measure, and each beat is a quarter note in length, usually counted like ONE two Three four (One and Three are the strong beats in regards to emphasis in the musical pulse, with One being stronger than Three, and Two and Four are the downbeats and are “weaker” in comparison. Rock and hip hop, both evolving from jazz and blues (and ultimately from west African rhythms) tend to put emphasis on the downbeats, or “backbeat” to create dynamic rhythmic groove (it’s why pop music grooves and classical doesn’t). Less used is 3/4 time (3 quarter notes to bar, most commonly seen as a waltz, and counted like ONE two three ONE two three. One strong beat and two weak beats. It has a lilting and kinda falling sway to it. 3/4 and 4/4 (and the rarely seen 2/4) are called “simple” time signatures. “Compound” time signatures are things like 6/8, or 6/4, or 9/8. They can kinda feel like a fast waltz, but instead of a falling feel, they have a swingy feel. 6/8 is used in a lot of pop songs that have more of a folksy vibe instead of a dance vibe. And then there’s “complex” time signatures, or “odd” time. 5/4, 7/4, 7/8, 11/8, etc. These don’t have a regular pulse within a given bar, instead being built around divisions of notes, and it’s up to the musicians to choose where the emphasis is, and thus where the strong and weak notes are, to create the pulse of the music. If you’re not familiar with these signatures and their pulses, it can feel “off-beat” because you’re expecting the cycle to end either before or after it actually does, compared to simple or compound time. They can be disorienting, often on purpose, but they can also be hypnotic, again on purpose. With all the divisions and subdivisions within the measure, musicians are more able to explore polyrhythms (which are simply two different rhythms played at the same time, only coming together after several cycles). Anyway, the point is that Tool uses lots of polyrhythms and complex/odd time signatures in their music, and frequently changes the time signature from bar to bar, so it’s not “easy” to listen to. That doesn’t mean a song by them is trash anymore than a generic pop or r&b song is trash for being not complex enough. Taste is taste, and everything is subjective. If you’re willing to have an open mind and listen to some music that purposely steps outside the box of formality, then maybe try Tool again. Many will say “The Pot”, but also “46 & 2”, or “Sober”. These are in standard “simple” 4/4 time for the majority of the song.

[@stevenmonte7397]

@@HollywoodRobTV Watch Pneuma Danny Carey drum cam. You will have a whole new outlook on TOOL. This is legit, complex music.

[@brucewillis6180]

Bruh. You made me laugh soooo hard when you explained where head banging came from. It's funny because it makes so much sense. We were so happy to find a beat, any beat. We went all in. That made my month. Thank you.

[@apvandergriff]

There is a beat, but a deliberately different usage than most songs. TOOL is known for abnormal or uncommon time signatures; "Schism " starts out at a 12/8 time but then goes to a 5/8 and then to a 7/8. Hope that helps. Loving the channel. The closer you stay to the Rage / TOOL vibes, and the further you stay away from Linkin Park style stuff, the better your listening experience and channel will be. You should also check out A Perfect Circle and early Incubus.

[@mikeoxmawl9140]

oh yeah rob you gotta listen to this dude his last name is vandergriff you know he know about them white songs

[@apvandergriff]

@@mikeoxmawl9140 astute observation

[@apathetic25]

As someone who originally despised Linkin Park I say ouch. To this day I'll never forget "Stuttering and mumbling for nightly news to replay" while remember the shit show that was Bush #2 and thankful Jeb wasn't #3.

[@jacobdavis1291]

Im new to your channel and have only watched a few videos but I have to say....That was hands down the funniest reaction video you me in tears with ur look of disgust lmao so good you're very entertaining!

[@carltonbauheimer]

Bro, this has to be the funniest react video I've ever seen. Subscribed.

[@DeepVoicedDude]

This song is an LSD trip in musical form 😂😂

[@1A4atheist]

When you realize that 4/4 isn't the only timing.

[@vincemorrison9841]

"I feel like by the end of this, Imma have a 700 credit score and a Prius..." 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jdETH1989]

Dude, that moment! "I'm here, by myself, this shit is scary!" I remember feeling the same way about Otep and Slipknot when I was a kid, specifically Buried Alive and The Virus Of Life, respectively. Genuinely great songs by great artists, but definitely took several listens through to get it.

[@daniellemorse107]

TOOL Army member here, and I'm LOLing at this honest reaction! Seriously appreciate your genuine response and humor! TOOL =. polyrhythms (odd time signatures), soundscapes (art rock genre) and progressive (prog) rock (they build music up slowly; in literature we would call this rising action that results in a climax), and musical intricacy/technicality (their music strongly emphasizes musicianship wherein we get a lot of those long lyric-less parts). I would classify them as an acquired taste - love that you are 100% honest here I'm honestly ded - listening to new genres and bands/artists is always appreciated, and we never expect everyone to love everything! As others have said, Schism may not have been the best first song but keep giving them a try! :) lol

[@KracDisorder]

Man your reaction had me holding my sides laughing. I totally get how you feel. I like Tool, but they are definitely an acquired taste for people new to this type of music. This literally made my day.

[@rolanddeshain8983]

My guy im in tears right now🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣 this is one of the most technical bands and you're having the most honest( and appropriate) reaction to them literally breaking your ears. Idk if you have dabbled in psychedelics at all but all the "atmospheric shit" really hits the spot in a certain state of mind 💯

[@pronouncedZordonnie]

Dude obviously needs his music in 4-4 time. Lol. 3:04-3:30 looks like he’s been waiting for the bus all day

[@youmusenju2307]

This is my favorite Tool song. It's very unnerving deliberately. If this song is scaring you, don't watch the music video. The accompanying video is even more disturbing. XD

[@BenGreen1980]

I love this. I've seen so many reactions to Tool and not once have I seen a person not like it. I like Tool's music a lot but this reaction was solid gold.

[@Revheadrev]

This is a crack up. I’ve watched your reaction to The Pot - and it’s equally as funny - but you loved that song. Tool is not easy to listen to but once you ‘get it’ - it completely gets into your soul.

[@prime5215]

Bro I was dying this whole damn video 🤣🤣🤣 This video was fucking hilarious

[@westcoastbestcoast6745]

700 credit score and a Prius!! Duuude, hilarious! 🎉 From the north, try New Orleans is sinking, The Tragically Hip

[@GGG-pm4ym]

Very honest reaction, I love that. That being said, it's like giving a teenager one of the best wines in the world as their first sip of alcohol. Of course you're not going to like it at first!

[@Electrolith18]

As an elitist asshole who’s listened to extreme music (metal and its derivatives) almost exclusively for 20+ years, your theory on the origin of headbanging simply wins.

[@HollywoodRobTV]

LMAOOOOOO

[@Calithilhel]

This is mostly a song for people who are interested in music theory to begin with. The verse alternates between 5/8 and 7/8 literally every measure and because of what the beat does it's hard to simplify and call it 12/8 instead. The bridge and chorus also have their own times and time switches. I listen to this song regularly and I can't easily count the bridge.

[@mikepiccione886]

So I'm about 4 videos in on your playlist and I've just realized this isn't a reaction channel this is a stand up comedy act this is awesome

[@mikepollock6235]

Glad I saw your The Pot reaction first - as others have said, this is one of the least approachable "popular" Tool songs for folks not familiar with them. There's no "pocket" to groove to so the time signature is just going to distract from the artistry of a song like this. Tool has a huge catalog of excellent stuff with tunes that might give you the groove your looking for. AEnema and Eulogy are favorites of mine, but Vicarious (same album as The Pot) is a a good one too.

[@TheFoolishnoob]

Came from "The Pot" reaction video, gotta say, I love that you're being very honest and I love the energy lmao.

[@theherrin9014]

Tool is the thinking-man's band. It isn't mindless. It doesn't exist to gain your attention for a fleeting moment and entertain you. It is art. You don't just listen, you experience. Patience, focus, and study are required to really understand. "Best to keep things in the shallow end, 'cause I never quite learned how to swim." -MJK

[@laeonflux]

It's ok to be so overwhelmingly wrong I guess....

[@MrFox-qi3jr]

Was just minding my own business listening to my white people playlist and this auto-played. Can confirm we are excited when we finally find the beat. Too funny lol!

[@HollywoodRobTV]

😂🤣🤣✊🏾

[@crazydrummer181]

Damn bro. Relying pretty heavily on those white stereotypes

[@MandyZor-El]

Tool is legendary!

[@BazzoMusic]

Bro was born in 4/4 lmao

[@twinkdeathoftheuniverse]

well just look at him

[@charlescurry52]

Your fukin funny as hell. Honest too. That's why I subscribed.

[@jtrem08]

Music is sacred to people, say you don't like it, fine. But don't trash it.

[@damionscobie4370]

I love how you call it devil music when rock very much has been labeled throughout the years as “satanic” … but this song and genre is very much “trippy” more for the mental journey

[@darkoj1642]

Tool review by a tool

[@mr_k4tz]

The Dunning-Kruger effect describes a phenomenon where low skilled people lack the skills to even recognise their own shortcomings. Music is a language and you’ve been listening to nursery rhymes for most of your life. Time to level up.

[@Comrade_mommy]

If I could give you any advice on trying to get into tool, start chronologically. Start with their best songs from each album in order of release. When I first got into tool, (I think they’d put out 4 albums.) But I didn’t really get into the more recent albums at first. I had to grow to appreciate them. But also not everyone likes the same music. I really dislike a lot of artists other ppl hail as great. Ppl love songs I just can’t get into and I love songs others seem to hate. Even artists I like I often dislike 1/2 their songs. Also fyi tool fans tend towards being super intense. Sometimes obnoxiously so. I think we can forget that good ppl can disagree and all art is subjective. Some ppl love landscape paintings, I think they’re mad boring. Some ppl love Celine Dion and while I respect her vocal ability I don’t particularly enjoy her voice and I really don’t like her songs. It doesn’t mean they’re bad, it just means Celine Dion is not for me.

[@idrinkdiesel8451]

Seconded!

[@jaredl8590]

Right on.

[@MomentsITook]

I love these reactions, legit it's great to just see actual honest opinions. And I mean, of course the delivery is also hilarious. Top notch content!

[@jamesnewman9547]

Love the honesty! You should come back to it after you get sucked into more tool. This song changes time signatures something like a billion times. It can be a bit much for a newbie :) Given your reaction, you should start with their older stuff first. You'll find some great groovy, funky, aggressive stuff in tool. Maybe 46&2 or Aenima next?

[@KennethNoisewater1]

I love your genuine reaction to not knowing music theory. Timing is what you construct it as. Not all timing is 4/4 or 8/8. This is the true beauty of the artform of music at its best. You are basically knowledgeable of paint by numbers, yet watching a master painter.

[@SerjShower]

Tiktok has caused irreparable damage to peoples attention span

[@AdmiringEarth-lm5fh]

Such a appropriate comment

[@SaiyanHeretic]

I'm not surprised you bounced off Tool. If you don't immediately vibe with prog rock, it's like running into a brick wall. And if you dive into the instrumentation, Tool especially is music for turbo nerds. How many comments on this video are talking about time signatures and shit? 🤣

[@Gadge3553]

I'm so mad I missed this. I used to have this song on repeat playing guitar hero

[@joshsamuels247]

You staring at the camera had me rollin'. I saw "the Pot" reaction. Stay with it my man.

[@kristideeley]

Duuuuuuuude you did not give this song a chance!!!! You cut it off right where it really gets amazing and where it was gonna start to make sense to you!!! A schism is a division or separation between two entities; discord- a loss of harmony or peace. Go back and read the lyrics, and feel the chaos and despair in the music itself. God, all these years later, this song still pulls my heart and guts in all different directions and leaves me emotionally exhausted and on the verge of tears after it's over and I'm gasping for breath once I'm no longer singing it at the top of my lungs. I'm so sad you didn't let it play all the way through! 😭😭😭

[@ACR4008]

3:02 worth the whole video

[@jasonfrederick4688]

You weren’t ready…this song is way to deep for this particular content you are putting out. I do like your honesty and your channel, keep it up

[@intow1shin]

ended up here cause i saw you react to The Pot, and now im subbed you're fucking hilarious!!

[@apvandergriff]

Love the vibe of the channel, but may I suggest a few things. Perhaps either before or after listening, look up and read just a bit about the band or song and share your thoughts on that as well. It would provide context and I for one would be interested in your broader thoughts with that supplemental information included. I would also encourage you to have the lyrics on hand, and give your interpretation of them if the song is ambiguous. Hearing people's interpretations of songs, based on their own life experiences is often the most interesting part of the "first time hearing" format. Also, I appreciate how you are listening to the songs, and not reacting to the music video. Many times the reviewers will have their opinions based on what is really a different visual medium than the strictly auditory experience. Also, (to your joke) you can trust me... my credit score is 823.

[@clintellis5559]

I’ve just started watching this playlist from the beginning today and I’m loving it! I haven’t looked ahead to see if you do, but I really hope you give TOOL another chance. I NEVER would have recommended Schism as an introduction to them. Especially to you seeing your reactions so far. I almost always start people off with Ænema. In my opinion it’s the most “poppy” and approachable song they do. LOVED your honest reaction to this song though hahaha! That long stare into the camera killed me! 😂

[@deelak2329]

Happy for the honesty. Super ignorant, though.

[@james.d.fowler]

As someone who loves this song, many other songs with odd time signatures, and Tool as a band overall, this review was absolutely hilarious. Your feelings about it are totally valid and fine, but your absolute deadpan look and commentary sent me. Thank you for your honesty; I hope you find more songs to your liking!

[@tanyamonk1280]

More more more TOOL. so many other songs that have amazing beats

[@ZephusVargr]

This has to be the best reaction series I've ever seen. Thank you Rob, this shit is entertaining asf.

[@mrcaptaincarlin]

i think you'll find The Pot much easier to listen to. Thanks for the video and your honest reaction. I love Tool but i know that their not for everyone.

[@rhvenaubrey6008]

I couldn't hit the subscribe button fast enough! You made me laugh so hard at this. Thank you.

[@GoblinWizardry]

If you want to be introduced to Tool i recommend the song "The Pot". The drums and the complex beats is big part of enjoying Tool for me personally.

[@worldofsimulacra]

Seconded, The Pot is a much better place to start with them, it's got groove and funk and catchy rhythm out the wazoo and is an all-out banger. A lot of Tool's stuff can get really abstract and cerebral and math-y, which granted is why a lot of people like them, but it's not a style that a many people connect with.

[@thoughtless2050]

@@worldofsimulacra he already gave it a listen yesterday while recording live. He ACTAULLY like it! :)

[@lassemadsen607]

Dude is clearly not musicsmart enough for Tool.

[@JohnBallard2112]

OMG Your reaction to this cracked me. When you got bored I lost my shit. I haven’t laughed that hard in a while. Thanks man.😊

[@NjMallRat]

Actually, I'm doubling down. I can actually guarantee The Beast and the Harlot will rock your socks off. Do a reaction for it please

[@thebun]

Dude's never heard mixed time signatures before. Gotta love discovering something new!

[@AttackChefDennis]

That's what's wrong with today's youth and music, they were brought up with no talent computerized crap and when they finally hear a good real band who knows what they're doing they don't understand what they're hearing, they want lyrics to be simple they want the music to be basic and if it's not simple and basic they get confused and scared. Sad.

[@curtisholsinger6023]

Hey man, chill. Guy had an honest reaction. Give him other songs to listen to, don't write him off. You may also want to look into more songs made by present-day artists, there are some real gems. Talent is timeless and so is lack of talent, every generation has both. I'll make some suggestions if you want.

[@johns.6966]

Again thank you for the honesty. Shit had me crying from laughter

[@Poemiserable]

There's really no hope for some people. 😅 You just ignored one of the greatest songs ever made.

[@eltravos99]

I love your genuine reaction. I also love the music.

[@brittbella6573]

I feel negatively influenced! I bang this song in my car but I can also empathize with where you coming from. Give Tool a chance!

[@michaelkey9549]

this is like my favorite tool song, and this is officially one of my favorite videos ever. you're a true hero sir

[@rslambert1]

That music is too evolved. Stick with something simple.