Tool - Prison Sex - Reaction -

[@oneoverprime1608]

You nailed it. It's about the cycle of abuse and how it's passed on.

[@osirus2246]

Ehhh look deeper

[@osirus2246]

@Bryan Mack tool is riddled with sub meaning. Ex: laturalus is all based on numerology, ænama is all about transition. Undertow is about fear, unknowing, and self hate. He (Maynard) is not living out a fantasy, but realizing his demon's and expressing them before action.

[@Widdly_Wah]

This song wasn't written to condone the cycle of abuse but in Maynard's words he said he wrote it the way he with the hope of bringing out repressed memories in people because repressed memories are only destructive and bad things happen when they're not worked through properly usually results in the same behavior being repeated.

[@prophecygg5826]

I have seen countless Tool reaction videos of all kinds. Some people are musically inclined or professionals in some way. Some just people who love music. The Rappers react to. And so on. At the time of this message I haven't even watched the video yet. I just wanted to say Kudos to you both for doing this track. It's very deep and dark and meaningful but I almost never see this one reacted too or many from this album. It's usually Sober. Not that, that is a bad thing. I think the name really makes some people stay away from this one. Commend you for diving into this one than the same trending ones we all see everyone react to. Again, not a bad thing. Thumbs up from me on this one without even seeing the reaction yet.

[@Stefnmaddy]

Facts. Keep watching these guys. They are the shit and so for real. Love they’re reactions!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@michaelmcdermott209]

Tool is a band that strives to make you have a certain feeling when you experience their music. Its pretty obvious that Maynard has a lot of issues and its part of his therapy to write and perform these songs.

[@jasonbolin181]

Maynard is really gifted with his words. The media aka mtv believed this was pro molestation. Its not. It was to open our eyes that these things do happen to children all over the world. They stopped airing after three showings.

[@DawnDiggetyNoDoubt]

Gifted voice and mind

[@funkylion5806]

Great analysis! This song brought wisdom to me on a subject that is painful to learn about. I believe the wisdom has helped me with difficult situations in life. Bless you both. Bless all victims

[@LuckykidA]

It's a powerful message illustrating the cycle of abuse (sexual, physical, institutional, verbal, whatever...). It isn't necessarily about rape, nor does it necessarily involve Maynard or condone abusive behavior. It simply highlights that the cycle of abuse exists, is very REAL and to be aware of it. Tool has a unique way of delivering a message. Thanks for the reaction.

[@JoseRamos-bx2ud]

Horrifying

[@dennysparks3494]

Song I believe is about a repeated and forceful sexual abuse and he didnt break the cycle as he grew ended up repeating the actions to others

[@jodi2911]

You are correct about the song meaning. Glad you are able to understand the meaning deeply some people just assume it is about BDSM and crack jokes. It is an amazing song he made out of a horrible and humiliating experience rather than turn to repeating the cycle. Good review you guys👍

[@DawnDiggetyNoDoubt]

This man has one of the most powerful voices and minds i have ever found in music

[@vnnxyz1473]

Tool songs are trips made to teach , learn and make think ! PLus, they can have many meanings in one ; not always told in ''first person''...They are like punches in our faces, to wake us up! They make us use our brains; to reflect...

[@MilkHound]

This song ruined the word "precious" forever. It's a heavy song that everyone should hear once. Catching a glimpse into the psychology of a rapist is painful, but it helps you understand that violence doesn't just come from nowhere. It's a cycle and cycles can be stopped.

[@osirus2246]

Is a metaphor, Maynard was never raped, look deep

[@EiriUesugiKun]

10:27 - "sometimes your home is a prison" There. That is what this song is about.

[@ryanm776]

The blues in Tool for me is so sutly powerful!!! Looooove my Tool😆

[@fremot6]

This is the first time seeing your reaction video. I appreciate that you didn’t talk over the song. Pure reaction. Thank you

[@bioof4]

Probably my favorite tool song keep up the great work guys

[@jta1973]

🤘Dark song, dark lyrics, crushing riff. Great tune!🤘

[@whitejosh444]

Thanks for listening to this song and your breakdown

[@KillDozer44]

the bars in the back lmao

[@PongGod]

If you can look past the disturbing lyrics, this track really has some great music and vocals.

[@cjayhorton6356]

This is one of the most raw Tool songs. They are usually more discrete in their meanings, but the title of the song kind of hits you in the face with imagery before you even hear the song. I think that is the reason it was named accordingly. I heard this song many times before knowing the title and then many more before actually knowing the lyrics. Ya'll got hit with them all on your first playthrough and came out like champs ;P I think the song title is very important. When many people hear the term "Prison Sex" (or harsher), they write it off as something that happens to criminals in prison, almost justifying it, and don't empathize with the victims. I am glad ya'll reacted to this song, but like others have mentioned I wish it wouldn't have been your introduction to Tool. I promise you will really enjoy their other music =)

[@munkhammer1880]

They’ve done Tool songs before tho

[@cjayhorton6356]

@@munkhammer1880 oh, my bad.

[@dubbleplusgood]

An incredibly powerful and jarring song, Prison Sex, isn't for the faint of heart and it's better understood as part of the entire Tool album "Undertow". Took me awhile to figure out what it was all about and I heard it when it first came out in 1993. You understood the song right from the 1st (and likely only) time you've heard it. :)

[@yakgelder]

Beautiful insight and empathy. I ima buy that jug

[@dorjel7504]

I've listened to this song before, but I never knew what the lyrics meant until now....Thank you for taking the time to speak about this very sensitive and difficult topic.

[@brianmomgaudas1812]

Its a sickness and this song can help that kid out there to know there not alone

[@hoppy2829]

Most underrated tool song

[@tokesalotta1521]

I always took it as him talking about the person that did it to him, and how they probably went through the same thing. And that it was a family member, because he says flesh and blood can't be trusted. And that the person must've constantly told him how precious he looked

[@maverix474]

1) There was some weird extra drumming added to this track. 2) Your reactions throughout are freakin’ priceless. lol

[@annkennedy1672]

I love your PSA type message of caring at the end.Both of you👍RESPECT👍👍

[@johntyson]

Sitting here crying I’m laughing so hard as y’all going through this.

[@slantz49]

MAYNARD was molested by a family member .... and The CRAZY rumor mill equates this song to him continuing the abuse to others ...I. I tend to not believe that he did

[@wyledawg2]

Come around full circle, viscous cycle. The right person can break it.

[@Pelesfyre]

Jay u looked so uncomfortable tryin to get through that song. Lol

[@rockinbobokkin7831]

Hahaha. Oh boy. Not everyone is ready for that one. 😂

[@soakedbearrd]

One of the most rawest, honest and disturbing songs lyrically that was ever made. I remember hearing this song a few times, and I loved the groove. Then I read the lyrics and was floored. Thank God I’ve never been molested, but I’m an empathetic person and was able to feel the emotions behind it. “I’ve found some temporary sanity in this….”, hit me like a ton of bricks. The lust needed to do that to a child is demonic and a person must be possessed. And as a man who have used women before to “release”, only to gain my sanity afterwards and reject them, showed me a mirror. So as a man I know that insanity of being a puppet to your urges. I’m not proud of that and I’m no longer like that. But to do that to a child, and destroy that child’s life is beyond forgivable.

[@stevenphillips6127]

This reaction is priceless. 🤣

[@ophidicism]

I am so stoned, but I absolutely see how deep y'all go. I'm in.

[@velvetj9521]

Hi you Two! I know that I just commented, but I thought that you may want to check out the movie/documentary, 'What Haunts Us'. It focuses on the class of 1979, at The Porter Gaud School in Charleston. 6 of the male students, after continually suffering sexual abuse have committed suicide since suffering....This movie highlights just ONE incident of a Faculty member being empowered to abuse, by the higher ups in the 'system'. Be ready to cry... Luv ya both!

[@davehansen7213]

Great breakdown Nailed it!

[@davehansen7213]

TY

[@intussunt4278]

The lyricist, Maynard, says that this song was inspired by the fact that he noticed people manipulating the saying "do unto others" in an abusive way.

[@velvetj9521]

Hello you two! This song is obviously about the cycle of sexual abuse. Unfortunately it happens in SO many lives. Boys being abused is sometimes forgotten? Yes Prison is THE place for this happening constantly, and there is no end in sight for those victims : ( -> However, Maynard James Keenan (singer/songwriter) is also sending a message that the victims of the abuse don't necessarily need to continue the cycle. The abused don't HAVE TO become abusers! Tmi? I broke the cycle. The thought of harming a person in that way makes me physically ill, and I wouldn't want it any other way! Bless you both and Good Health to You!

[@m00d_fm]

Great reaction an analysis of a very uncomfortable song.

[@stevenshelley9345]

Happy New Year's ❤👍sippingtons 2021

[@JimGrantham-p6x]

Definitely about the cycle of abuse.

[@ashlynskipper7352]

I love when y'all do Tool and SOAD

[@whiskeyhombre97]

It’s a metaphor. Monsters are not born they are created

[@SatanDynastyKiller]

Steph n Jay, both of you are different class 👏 Your reactions are the best on KZbin, and you have the most genuine, thoughtful, sincere analysis when giving those reactions. Keep up the great work. Much success to you in 2021.

[@gabrielascencao8729]

You gotta have head phones to really appreciate the music

[@johnhenryhatfield5432]

TOOL doesn't make meaningless songs... It's refreshing that you understand the deeper meaning... I was never abused nor an abuser but, I know several very close friends that were

[@boodazen5746]

Happy New Year!!!!!

[@MichaelRojhay]

Happy New year...dig u2

[@brianmomgaudas1812]

I junped on to explain but it looks like people got it in comments

[@amandanicholson7444]

This is a different account I made. But I subscribed to you guys again. You're so adorable and Tool is the Best band there is. Lol

[@NOVALUXTarot]

This song addresses generational sexual abuse. Your right on the money.

[@jasong6967]

LOL, you know 😂

[@Carolina18-n6n]

Suggestions ....deer dance.....atwa....sistem of dawn

[@NealDamiano]

The song is about the cycle of child sexual abuse. Well the song is to bring awareness.

[@thetshawkeye1035]

I don't think Maynard ever talked about it but it is about the cycle of abuse.

[@badgermcinnes2383]

Tool has said from the outset that they want their music to be a catalyst for something positive with people. Despite the horrific topic matter that this song covers, it has influenced the two of you, in your brilliant reaction, to raise awareness and discuss openly of the subject of abuse. You have, in effect, used Tool's music to do something good...which is their intent.

[@alshurdom6917]

That could have been the singular most entertaining look of "effing white people!" I've ever enjoyed!!! This white man is soooooo following you! I am smiling from ear to ear! You two are the best!!

[@BronzDano]

They look so shocked and uncomfortable How about reacting to “Dance with the Devil” by Immortal Technique? It’s a pretty harrowing tale.

[@shqueeblesmckloofin7351]

Rough song to forget

[@sorethumb78]

As long as you can understand that this was Maynard's outlet for catharsis, and to speak about experiences during his childhood - you've got it. Essentially talk about it, and kill those feelings, or become the abuser. (...and also kind of have to give it out to the rest of his bandmates for supporting him in a way that facilitates bleeding out those really rough, disgusting emotions. I know I would have an incredibly hard time playing on a track that discussed such a dark topic.)

[@michiganjfrog366]

A product of abuse in "church".. A viscous circle.. Lots of anger..

[@StephanieLee48]

😞 very viscous

[@davewalker8953]

BREAK THE FUCKING CYCLE

[@XBludclahtX]

Maynard has the ability to switch between 1st, 2nd and 3rd person. It can be confusing to some. The way interpret it is he is not saying he will go on to molest himself but he is suggesting that the person that molested him was once molested themselves

[@walterveneau3733]

Moral of the story, Don't Rape!

[@TheAndreseao]

Jajajaja her face

[@perttiheinikko3780]

I don't know if those miracle bottles are available here in Finland or even if any God forsaken entity even delivers those bottles to this northern corner of Europe, but apart from that: 👍

[@marxman00]

Turn your mic off the echo is killing the song (use headphones)

[@MichaelRojhay]

I am a musician of 43 years but I can't think to smile while singing or writing this song. Breaking a 4rth wall is one thing but keep this song and lyrics private.

[@BLACKTOOTHGRIN2231]

Tool does NOT fuck around son.

[@thetshawkeye1035]

Its called Prison sex because you are a prisoner of this behavior

[@immortaltyger1569]

I love you two - but that was some twisted stuff to react to . . .

[@Gand-rt8sk]

Mastodon is next!!

[@thedawgfather5410]

The song is not too glorify this in any way. It's meant to draw attention to it in a very ugly way. It should shock you. It's meant to. It's an you act.

[@thedawgfather5410]

I'ts an ugly act and what you did by talking about it is exactly what the song is intended to do.

[@cirenotsluor9999]

I bet you'll be shocked by ... Cradle Of Filth- Her Ghost In The Fog

[@jackhandy7684]

not my shit either. love your reactions tho guys. happy new year

[@Varek.50]

Abuse, but by religion. Passing along religious belief from the parent to the child etc... "Got your hands bound and your head down and your eyes closed, you look so precious"... Think about that. That's on your knees, hands together, head down, eyes closed in prayer.

[@DaveTalkin]

Can you react to a couple billy strings songs?

[@that_guy0_0]

This song has the most disturbing video of theirs IMO.

[@shellygraham889]

Love tool, but disagree with the theory that it’s understandable and with some acceptable to do what has been done to an individual. I’ve had things happen to me and I would NEVER put that on another person!! I would think it’s murder in a way. It can destroy your want to live! Love you guys!

[@bryannorris7924]

I suggest you listen to vicarious by Tool

[@dertywhiteboy6892]

You don’t know because it’s above your thought process and it’s not talking about hos,cars and killing people

[@hellolo-q9q]

You gotta watch the real music video

[@frankmorris2603]

Haaaaaaaaah........pair a funny fuckers !! 😂😂😂😂😂 First part.....not so much the last bit. Serious shit.

[@chrismadaris2453]

No you don't know but it's an issue that should be addressed. It can happen at any time in your life and it's a vicious cycle

[@kirtb9784]

Tool has music ... but the lyrics makes it something else and I’m not into their dark. I’d have left this one alone.

[@nubzz]

It's probably about forcing religion onto children then them growing up to force it on their own. Keenan seems to be good at euphemisms see also: Stinkfist where he is using fisting as a way to describe how we seem to require more and more stimulation to appreciate life. He seemed pretty down on religion in the early albums and even a few APC songs.

[@gustavibrowzinbehrd3871]

You might be right. I was raised atheist and found myself raising my son with an atheistic framework.

[@Varek.50]

That is correct.

[@shanea-sr7942]

Very smart!!!

[@Wanderlust073]

“Shit, blood and cum on my hands” - trying to make it about anything other than what it’s so OBVIOUSLY about says nothing about the song and everything about your particular hang ups.

[@annkennedy1672]

The song and lyrics are uncomfortable, and get the point across. Very deep.

[@heathcliff8624]

Don't just call me a pessimist but try and read between the lines.

[@Kickinthescience]

React to Prince-Dolphin official music video

[@zeigbert1743]

I like the song but never paid attention to the lyrics. My reaction was like Jay's.

[@davidmccartney189]

Tool definitely isn’t the Band for the beginner

[@jdlives8992]

Lol. Uuuughhh. Ok.

[@aaroncole3941]

I see is as a metaphor for child indoctrination. More specifically religious indoctrination...

[@amandanicholson7444]

Maynard means a lot of different things with his lyrics but these are metaphorical and analogies.

[@williambennett2834]

How the hell does someone on comments think this is about forcing religion on someone just stupid damn stupid

[@dreadd90]

Ikr lol

[@ray_syst]

its about sex in prison. never go there. you do know.

[@joloj23]

Probably not the best song to hear for the first time hearing Tool.

[@stevenphillips6127]

First understated point of 2021. 🤣

[@chrisragona3945]

I think it's A direct stab at religion especially the Catholic church.

[@spleenstv5938]

Lol