Therapist Reacts to Opiate - Tool

[@ExUSSailor]

The title "Opiate" is in reference to the Marx quote, "Religion is the opiate of the masses".

[@hunglikeahamster3248]

Funny how Marx just wanted to become the new opiate of the masses. Apparently it's pretty easy to do if you're a demagogue wannabe. You just diss the older demagogues but try not to immediately be obvious about your intentions to be the new drug, the new demagogue, with the way to think, the way to be - the new therapy that will fix you and everyone else as long as you believe and follow everything we tell you. (cough)

[@abeal5188]

Thank you for educating the educated

[@hunglikeahamster3248]

@@ExUSSailor Gee. My comment disappeared. Didn't know YT influencers had that much INFLUENCE. :/

[@Tsureiki]

@@hunglikeahamster3248 this happens a lot to me (i dont comment anything too egregious really). i really dislike the youtube comment filter, you must've said a word that triggered it. i get why youtubers use it to moderate but man it sucks.

[@hunglikeahamster3248]

@@Tsureiki I had no idea this was even a thing. Overly Woke Gemini is now in control or what? Yeah, I certainly said nothing whatsoever that should or would have offended some AI's PG sensibilities or tolerances to the remove it level. I just criticized this particular whole reaction thing itself here. Might've been a bit cold, but it was civil and even a bit indirect, honestly. And last I knew, PG7 opinions were allowable things to have anyway. I've said all kinds o' worse non-PG7 things elsewhere on YT in places where, you know, a lot of people would just be like that. And are. In a good expletive-loose way. 😂 And none of that ever gets flagged and removed. So that's gone and who knows why or how, I suppose. Looked like it had made it there. And then a bit later, poof. Not anymore. Oh well... Not sure what I learned here, but, something, that's for sure. 🤣 Might depend on whether or not those that put up YT content are able remove any specific comments they wish to on their content. And if not, then I fully retract the implications of my influencers remark and apologize. But not for the stuff that disappeared. 🤣

[@carbon1479]

Please hit 'Right In Two'. It's one of their best lyrically.

[@jakefromstatefarm1405]

yes yes yes

[@shannontreiber1070]

Wish I could like this 100 times. Amazing lyrics-and song.

[@carbon1479]

@@WastedHalo and the guitar transition that sounds like machine gun from a helicopter.

[@TheStygianKing]

Agreed

[@half_loaf402]

Probably my favorite song of all time

[@silverfischdotnet]

Next time my wife says she can't decide what to have for dinner, I'm just going respond with "choices always were a problem for you"

[@benkyle76]

I mean she’ll take that much better than if you say “you’re deaf and dumb and blind and born to follow” 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Gabriel_Moline]

Wow. It must be so difficult for you… you want a teat or a tear to suck on you pile of garbage!🌿🌸

[@zackj1561]

Well I just tried "Letting me lay my holy hand up, hand upon you" with my wife and she still said she was too tired. I don't think Tool lyrics really help with the ladies.

[@TiKallisti]

Rest in peace, my friend! I barely got to know you...

[@AlbertHoffman-mb6tv]

😂 fudge man why didn't I think about that

[@JPjaybird]

Back when secret tracks existed…. Good ol days.

[@ThirdEye...]

True!

[@ajlorello]

Let the rabbits wear glasses!

[@flipclone]

@@ajlorello it was daylight when you woke up in your ditch

[@thetool5562]

@@flipclone That made blue be your color

[@justinthornton9064]

"I had a friend....thought he was a firetruck......pissed on my laz e booooooyyyyyyy"

[@christopherwelsh7008]

Best facial expressions of any reactor out there. Thanks for doing this little gem.

[@ThirdEye...]

We’re getting more and more into Tool’s Therapy, keep it up… there’s more to explore and don’t stop, we like , we need that…

[@danrudnick5252]

The second part isn't a second part. It was a secret track on the tape/CD.

[@AL13NM]

And the vinyl.

[@frankrizzo6404]

Yes..like salival

[@frankrizzo6404]

Salival also

[@ninepinknails]

No analysis needed for secret track. That’s Maynard carried away and left unchecked humour

[@richardplant2424]

Watching a serious person trying to make sense of the end was amazing... 😂

[@alexramirez118]

Right? Her logical mind can't decipher it 😂

[@richardplant2424]

@@alexramirez118 😂

[@AlbertHoffman-mb6tv]

​​@@alexramirez118 I've been watching every video of her since yesterday and when you say logical you are completely correct she is taking every single song at that fact.. she's got a step back take a breather forget what she knows meditate re-listen.. of course It could take years. But at first glance I really love her interpretations.. but she's got a whole life ahead of her

[@gbogey2661]

"JUDITH" by Perfect Circle. Young angry Maynard dealing with his mother and the church.

[@eyespyyourspy1328]

Yes she needs to go into the whole Maynard experience

[@ckeller1981]

APC is a fun hole to dive into. Then off to Puscifer

[@Deadle100]

Watching you discover all these tool songs is almost like I'm hearing them again for the first time! Great content

[@PepeAtreides-s3b]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen anyone dance to this song before I’ve seen people rock back and forth in the fetal position but never any dance moves You Go Therapist Lady

[@marcwright8395]

7:20 ' Blind me with your light now' , is such a great metaphor for giving up control blindly without critically thinking about the message you're following , one of my favorites saying is ' Its fine to open your eyes to the light, just don't be blinded by it' Its similar to the movie Dogma, where a fallen angel uses the story of the Walrus and the Carpenter from Alice in Wonderland to parallel Western and Eastern religions and how they Devour the masses

[@Parabolaosa]

Your reactions are some of the best in KZbin in my opinion because you don't stop the song 20 different times and your unique ability to provide psychological analysis. Tool must be a treasure trove for you.

[@jokaburns1380]

Reflection and Descending! Both songs that save people from the brink of suicide! But how and why is a matter I'd love to see discussed with your awesome analysis (and face reactions!)

[@thomascolling6330]

If you do Reflection, you have to do all three of Disposition / Reflection / Triad. Which are great.

[@XathexX]

The gaping lotus experiment is the end of the EP. All Tool albums have stranges experimental tracks (most at the end). I think they are there to leave you with a feeling of "what the heck did I just hear?" This one seems to balance the very heavy tone from the previous track with a lighter one. They do consider the album experience.

[@very_jenny]

Immediately got me with the "don't do drugs"! I haven't thought of this song being about drugs in, decades. I love a first listen!

[@clescell6587]

Religion is the opiate of the masses.

[@medhead964]

Still waiting patiently for "The Patient" off Lateralus. "Eulogy" is another good one.

[@khasin100]

I agree

[@brandonoldenburg4642]

I keep asking for pushit, great fit for the channel

[@bendykirk]

I gotta say, I love the Goth Stevie Nicks outfit. You are certainly rocking it!

[@randallrandall4297]

The confusion on your face when Gaping Lotus started and then throughout cracked me up so much. I didn't know I needed that but it made my day. I wouldn't analyze it as much as the rest of their work though, much like Rosetta Stoned, this is just Maynard dicking around over Tool instrumentals.

[@TPJN777]

Wow the satire and sarcasm in this track is great. I totally forgot it existed

[@matejoh]

First song by Tool in heard. The taboo of (g)rape being mentioned is completely the pivotal point of the abdication you mentioned. "Give up your choices until I no longer permit you to have a choice". Brutal, poignant imagery. New to your channel, btw! Loving your reactions and thoughtful feedback!

[@lawrencefine5020]

This is the very first song I ever heard from Tool. Got me hooked bigtime. I love the angry Maynard.

[@basharaasabeh3487]

Free Palestine💪

[@lawrencefine5020]

@@basharaasabeh3487 🍉🍉🍉🍉🍉

[@billybarr5029]

Angry Maynard says some wild shit and I'm always down for it, lol

[@franciscojavierramirezhern8588]

I love this song and it meaning, there are so many people vulnerable in need and I found really important to speak about this taboo topic. People suffering abuse in the search of finding help that alleviate their pain. Tool is speaking about how abusers are using the "help" to accomplish their abuse, please be careful out there. Thanks for this content Taylor and channel, you are helping a lot of people in pain right here, like a safe place for us.

[@game_4_growth]

I had no idea how much I need to hear this right now. Thank you 🙏💓

[@ArrowTheCrowing]

Taylor, you are LiFE, fam. Also, the whole Opiate EP is fire. Thank you for being on this earth, and making life a little better.

[@tadunn3]

Since you listened to 10,000 Days you need to finish out the trilogy of songs about his mother. Jimmy (Tool) and Judith (A Perfect Circle) Great reaction and I like your interpretations and different perspectives you bring to Tool songs. I have heard vocal coaches reactions, fan reactions, etc. etc. but never a therapist.

[@medhead964]

The Gaping Lotus Experience is just them messing around in the studio. Just a jam they added as an Easter Egg at the end of the EP. You need to understand that Maynard is a huge troll, and even though his lyrics are legit, they're still human and were still having fun when they first started out. I mean the name alone should explain it's just them messing around, like the songs "Disgustipated", and "Maynard's Dick". Just them making noise and improvising lyrics.

[@thetool5562]

exactly 💯

[@ramborimbaud2470]

“ROSETTA STONED” by TOOL NEXT PLEASE

[@DMKali]

Oh yeah! Most definitely!!! 🙌🏽

[@hunterfitch5951]

I don't understand why people recommend this song to Tool reactors... you need a PHD in Tool to even understand it.

[@claytonkennedy4187]

Rosetta Stoned is certainly the most contrasting of the other songs you have listened to. I wonder what life lessons could be taken from this fever dream of a tune hehehe. Although a feeling of building dread of shouldering world-impacting decisions is a kind of hero complex. I suppose that could be interesting. It’s really cool to discover your channel, and to feel emotional connecting and encouragement! ❤

[@Qliphirot]

First of all this song should be at the end of a recommendation list and last It's supposed to be listen together with Lipan Conjuring and Lost Keys.

[@hunterfitch5951]

@@Qliphirot This

[@abeal5188]

5:46 You need to review Jung. In your profession you can’t afford to have the “ick” about anything. Only way to know what’s in the shadow is to explore it, understand it, allow it to pass through you, and then only you will remain. Just because it’s an atrocity doesn’t excuse a flinch. Moreover it demands an understanding.

[@snarkyguy2657]

These days, when they perform this live, he'll usually replace the first instance with "We both want - to take you to dinner..."

[@Deplorable_Garbage]

He talked about damn McChicken's in Louisville 😂

[@cryocian7214]

I've love to see "Right in Two" or "Descending", both very emotional songs with fantastic lyrics.

[@Ratmoonapper]

You definitely got this one! Thank you so much! Lipan Conjuring/Lost Keys/Rosetta Stoned when you can.

[@hdgehog6]

It's amazing that they have double or extra-layering in their meanings for their lyrics. This is a prime example of the duality of religion as an opiate.

[@SteveReddington]

Taylor< I LOVE all your reactions! Thank you! And spiral out! You are a beautiful person!

[@graymain]

I rejected religion at a young age , never looked back. Any mistakes i made were by me , no one else to blame. TOOL are a unique band , brilliant in my humble opinion !

[@shannontreiber1070]

Speaking of too many choices, read Kierkegaard. He speaks about how this creates havoc for humans. Like with your kids-don’t ask them what they want for dinner…give them TWO choices, no more.

[@Lionheart_Cowboy]

One of the next Tool songs I recommend "Invincible", "Culling voices" or "Descending"

[@robertwatson7788]

You don’t need to read between the lines, no hidden message. The lyrics are perfectly clear.

[@Belly_Beane]

Somehow I never heard this song until about a year ago while watching music reactions on YT, and now it’s one of my faves of theirs!

[@Brosati68]

The second one is soo much better I love that they took their old style song and incorporated their new style

[@very_jenny]

I gotta keep the respect strong for the first version but I agree I love how they changed it musically.

[@shannontreiber1070]

What. NOT nearly as good. This one is better BECAUSE it’s raw. I love every tool song-literally-except Opiate 2.

[@Brosati68]

@@shannontreiber1070 it’s okay to be wrong 😂

[@jaymoon8244]

u should definitely someday make reaction on track Bottom from their album Undertow. That's an amazing heavy hitting song

[@jakefromstatefarm1405]

i second this

[@bradical7772]

Here , here The best heavy hitting Tool song hands down. Plus it’s good for a therapist.

[@joealvarez8733]

Finally, someone hits this song on a reactions channel i watch and recommended it on...thank you Queen 👸...now if you can only do the rest of this EP, please 🙏 ❤️ 😀

[@TC-by3il]

As much as Tool grew and evolved, there is something so visceral about the early albums.

[@Tekkadan-IBO]

Jimmy would be a great song for a therapist to review. Theres a lot of therapy in that song, its maynard dealing with the trauma of being 11 and leaving his mother to go live with his father as his mother decided it was best for him as he shouldnt have to tend to her, and should actually be able to be a kid. Lyrically its one of the most beautiful songs written. Till 1 and 1 are 1. 11.

[@Wreckageintow]

You REALLY need to tighten AAAALLLL of the screws on that mic stand/holder thing, asap! and thank you for loving tool!

[@iancollins65]

Your face during the last part is priceless.

[@zombierobotsheep]

the second part was more of a "skit", as lots of rappers used to make, for us weirdos. It was track # 69 on that album.

[@djmir4]

You really helped me dig a little deeper on this one. By the nature of when I discovered them I'm not AS familiar with the Opiate EP and always just had a surface level interpretation of this song. I appreciate the new perspective.

[@brandonjones1349]

Best reaction to this track ive seen yet! Well dun and ty! Slainte lass ☘️🇺🇲

[@wickman33]

H., Reflection, Right in Two, The Patient.

[@EZP33ZEE]

Even in the early 90's, Danny Carey was exceptional! And he's only gotten better!

[@hspayneiii]

I really enjoy your insight! Thank you for doing this! I suggest the artist 'A Perfect Circle'. It's another Maynard Keenan project. 'Judith' is an interesting song where it relates to his mother

[@holeshot26]

I love TOOL & this song, but i like the 2nd version more!

[@spottedzebra1402]

Haha, this song is the first thing that comes to mind when I’m flipping thru the channels and see tv evangelism

[@timwirasnik5878]

Remember, this is from their first EP!

[@reneelyons6836]

I learned about Carl Jung from the Tool song "46 and 2." ⚒T⚙⚙L⚒ 🖤🖤🖤

[@Alllineedisonemic]

I have never heard this before and have listened to Tool since before T ball days

[@truther4life]

Early Tool always SLAPS!!!!

[@briankingsley8744]

Relatively recently learned the term "religious trauma", and relatedly, that being with other people isn't meant to entail being afraid all the time and needing to disappear. It really hit when she was talking about how drugs talk to you cause that's not where my head was at, I know the small town preachers who sound just like that.

[@mtnwhale]

Who needs drugs, when we've got Tool!!!

[@DogmeatDied989]

When Opiate was recorded, “hidden tracks” were a thing. The Gaping Lotus Experience was a hidden track that started at 7:05, or ‘6 minutes and 66 seconds’. 666, get it? Anyway, they also had a hidden track on the Undertow album. In that case, after Flood ends (track 11?). The track count climbs per second until track 69(get it?). At which point, Disgustipated plays. THEN, when Disgustipated ends, a spoken word poem is heard over crickets. Aenima got a pass, but there is also a hidden track at the end of Lateralus.

[@jeremyankney1733]

My all time favorite album 🤩

[@sj205]

I've listened to this song an uncountable amount of times, and I think I just realized what that second part of the song is talking about! Maynard says "satan" and "I'm getting bored"... could this be a way to say "idle hands are the devils playground"??

[@movortep]

Deep cuts. Fucking wild. And insight on top of that. Side note: The faith that you have in that wooden dresser/whatevertherfuck is incalculable. You are a brave soul, in more ways than one. Love your reactions, hope you keep up better than those poor shelves.

[@justinofearth]

I feel like you have a tremendous amount of intuition, Taylor. I have been told the same many times in my life, and I feel like mine was gained through struggle and pain. I wonder if the same is true of you as well?

[@DarlleBullock]

He's not talking about drugs, tell the truth, he's talking about pedophilic preachers and preasts that destroy childrens lives like mine and now I'm a peer support specialist for child trauma, addiction and psychosis recovery💯

[@TalkingCongas]

Another killer video. Another killer outfit. 🔥

[@Anonymousones1]

Powerful song

[@LudusAurea]

A. Metaphor B. Words have multiple meanings.

[@Veritas-TheGoader]

“I've always thought religion was the opiate of the masses but Communism/Marxism was the methamphetamine of the masses” - JBP

[@karowolkenschaufler7659]

the second part has really strong "zittarday" vibes... like, george harrison when he got into his indian phase. and then the lyrics about fucking a sofa hit you...

[@BW9971]

I was 5 when this song came out. 😂 I am old now. 😂

[@kasperrieberg3495]

I was 19 when this song came out, talk about old 🫣😂

[@davidbailey6397]

You’ve listened to the music ,analyzed their music and videos ,now you need to see them live before they get too old. I’ve seen tons of bands going back to the early 80’s. Tool’s concerts are up there with Pink Floyd and Rush for me.

[@glenncoleman5356]

These songs have good potential for reaction and commentary: Rosetta Stoned Descending Fear Inoculum

[@DavrosVonSkaro]

I'd be interested in your analysis of Potions by Puscifer. I was rocking out to it for a while when a friend asked me why i listened to it since it described my life. Then I realized how heart beeaking the lyrics are.

[@aoischmidt]

I really think as a therapist, you'll very much appreciate Pushit...I won't spoil the subject of the song, but it would be really cool to hear a therapist's reaction and take on it.

[@toeyyy8412]

I believe she has done Pushit already but H. Would be a good one for her to dive into.

[@aoischmidt]

​@@toeyyy8412 can you link her Pushit reaction if she already did? I can't find it.

[@toeyyy8412]

@@aoischmidt I could not find the Link either sorry 😔 but I clearly remember her being shocked at the end of the song. I'm not sure how therapy would be applied for that song tbh. It's clearly about a suffocating relationship, it's disasterous outcome and it's fantasized ending. Good release for getting out your anger. Doesn't everyone want the ability to scream like Maynard? Maybe I'm mistaken and she didn't review 🤔🤷🏻‍♀️ I'm down for a second go at it 😃

[@PepeAtreides-s3b]

I think Maynard left the Therapists Lady’s throat wide open 5:09

[@jams_world81]

Young Maynard aka angry Maynard had a lot to say back then

[@gregrestrepo1433]

He had a lot of nothing to say, we'll miss him.

[@jams_world81]

@@gregrestrepo1433 haha 😆

[@toeyyy8412]

Angry Maynard is my Fav 🤬😂

[@damitcam]

This song about mental illness i wrote tonight was inspired by the song 7 Years by Lukas Graham. I hope it helps someone. Well, its a big big task, but everyday i get a little better. Sculpt the life i want out of the rubble that i rose from soon ill be sitting this spot with family at my back and i will not be lonely soon ill be here to shout out i fought my demons and i survived them. Once i was so scared that I, never got any words or hugs from anyone, that pain i thought would never go away and if it did what would i be then. All i saw was pain and felt like i kept falling, everyone told me just to start my journey climbing, when i asked for rope, nobody threw one. Once i hit the bottom i stayed there for a long long while, while everyone else moved past me. I had to grow down there so i could fight my demons. I dug a step then two and slowly things got better. Everyone has struggles that they carry and think they cant unburden but here i am today, im sitten at the park out with my family. Everything turned around and soon i started believing. I saw the good again and everyone was open. Though i never asked i always wondered, why you never threw a rope while i was fallen.

[@bjornrahm5195]

The most haunting song ever is Alice in chains Nutshell. As a 55 year old man I cant stop the tears welling up every time I hear it. So good and so sad. RIP Layne…

[@PsychedelicEvolution]

the second part of the song is a nod to The Doors

[@abeal5188]

2:25 That had to be the record company’s exact face when they heard it for the first time!😂😂😂 They thought they had a radio hit for like two straight minutes, only to have the roof brought down upon them!😂😂😂😂

[@88eyeguy]

This song was definitely a testament to the anger Maynard felt towards organized religion. That anger has matured, if not necessarily softened, since then. The points he makes remain valid, but he's grown into a slightly less combative way of communicating them.

[@Gideonite]

Please listened to Opiate Squared on here it’s different enough you might have a deeper meaning now they are older.

[@jakefromstatefarm1405]

yup yup

[@LumpyDumper13]

Rx- Theory of a deadman Cold- Evans blue Masterpiece- Motionless in white Popular Monster- Falling in Reverse Killers- Full Devil Jacket Just a few I would like to hear your thoughts on

[@williamclose6978]

I would recommend "the contrarian" from a perfect circle or "talk talk" for related themes to abdication.

[@timpindell8178]

Should have done the new version as well. It's interesting to listen to it in a different fashion

[@bluwatcher]

When you’re married isn’t it always your spouse choice Not your own

[@paganhorde4463]

If I may. Slipknot, tool, SOAD, they are absolutely great bands, but also surface level. Would be great to have a little deeper dive into less advertised metal bands. It would be easy for me to make dozens of suggestions, but im curious to see what you would come up with, without bias

[@scottmayo7545]

I'm abdicating with alcohol at 43, since college. Although I've made it and live a normal life, it's a problem only I like to carry the burden. I'm glad I saw this video because I've heard and interpreted the song a million times but your word "abdication" helped me point the mirror at myself in a different way and I appreciate that.

[@HeartSupport]

From JBrach: @scottmayo7545 It's amazing how sometimes piece of art can help us to see our situation in new eyes. I am so glad our video helped you gain understanding about yourself! Keep on that journey of self-discovery. I hope that your abdication from your life ends and you can take your life head-on!

[@HeartSupport]

From Riri: @scottmayo7545 Hi there, I'm sorry to hear that you are abdicating with alcohol for such a long time. It seems that it might be easier to just give in when we don't want to maybe be present, or when we are in a situation that we rather not think about it. Being under the influence of alcohol can give us an excuse to say that it was not fully ourselves in certain moments. But, in this way it's like we are running from what's inside us, and we rather not try to fix and heal ourselves because it can be scary. It might be a long journey but you can make it. If you really want it and are willing to fight for freeing yourself from this abdication, you can. And you don't have to carry this burden anymore. We are here if you ever feel like talking about anything. I wish you the best!

[@scottmayo7545]

@@HeartSupport Very kind. Thank you.

[@pauldavis2535]

You got it

[@ZacharysGamingExpOG]

the fact that the song makes you uncomfortable kinda puts you in those shoes

[@j.b.666]

Best snarl on the internet.

[@tb0ceh1]

Fair reading and always love your reactions; but I'd also suggest that the reading about abdicating self-efficacy removes culpability from those preying on that tendency towards abdication (especially when the ideology actively promotes adbication!)

[@markoszapatistakis498]

You can go to the holy trinity trip now and try Dispotion-Reflection-Triad now

[@compujohn96]

Has anyone else been able to catch what is on the video frames that flash during the last few @HeartSupport videos? I'm almost to the point of downloading the videos to find the frames in a video editor...lolz.

[@iancollins65]

We definitely all have “opiates” in our life. If it isn’t a drug specifically it’s something else that we allow ourselves to be addicted to. For many it’s social media and these little devices (one of which I am typing on at this exact moment…I know it’s one of my opiates) called smart phones. For many it’s exactly what Maynard was calling out, organized religion and the people who preach it and ask you to blindly follow.

[@johnthompson6374]

Agreed, Vote Fkrs! Peace/JT

[@PepeAtreides-s3b]

Jimmy needs to be next No excuses No Reasons No more avoiding it Jimmy