The most touching song a son has ever written about his mother.

There's a whole cycle of songs dedicated to Maynard's relationship with his mother, who was paralyzed for 27 years (about 10,000 days) until she died. She never lost her faith in her god through it, and Maynard struggled with understanding how she could follow a god that would do that to her.

This is one of the best musical pieces mankind has ever achieved...

When my mom was in hospice soon to pass away from cancer, unconscious, I whispered the "You're the only one..." section of this song into her ear. She would have been 58 tomorrow.

One of the most powerful, beautiful, tearful songs

You're absolutely right Preston, Tool is on another level. I don't know why I didn't listen to more of them years ago but this song was breathtakingly beautiful. What an homage to his Mom, I'm over here sobbing like a baby and thinking of my Mom. This was the first time I've heard this song too and I'm just overwhelmed with emotion. I feel this song to my bones, talkin bout the funeral with phony family members actin like they give a shit, I can relate to that. Talking about how she was his light in this world, I've said that about my Mom a million times and how hard it was to see her in the cold fluorescent lights which I'm assuming was in the hospital, I can relate to that to since my Mom passed away in the hospital and I was right there with her and how she suffered so long in hell and now it was her time for her wings. Possibly things in her life or a prolonged illness, ughh this song really got to me. Sorry for the long comment but I just had to share what I was feeling.

I recommend headphones bruh. You can hear so much more. ❤👏👏👏

I get goosebumps at the same point you did man, even after hearing this song 100+ times

Most lyrical deep and intense band ever. You don’t get a Tool album for a song or 3. It’s one lone masterpiece.

Maaaaaan Tool is on a whole new level.

Who would love to take Preston to a Tool concert?!? You appreciate this shit. Thank you Preston. You feel it.

I think you're putting smiles on alot of people's faces and you may not even realize it bro, thank you for this channel, you got us keeping the faith out here!

Parabol/Parabola, It's long with them together but I promise you'll love it. Parabol is basically an extended intro for Parabola, gotta do them both together, it's basically 1 track.

I saw them perform this live and Maynard had to briefly exit the stage because he broke down crying. That is PURE emotional content, it doesn't get more real than that.

Maynard actually regretted releasing Wings for Marie 1 and 2. He said in an interview “I’ll never make that mistake again. It just took too much out of me - too much emotionally, mentally, physically - all those manifestations. Those songs were exploited and misconstrued, people were flippant and dismissive. I won’t be doing that anymore. And technically, ‘Wings’ is very difficult to pull off. If any one of us is off, it falls apart and makes that thing tragic, and that’s not a good song for me to have fall apart. It’s just too personal.” We should be thankful that he let us in that close to something that is extremely personal for him.

"you gotta appreciate Tool"... I keep commenting, but how can I not. Preston... My man, you get this shit.

This song is about his mother passing

Beautiful reaction. You were truly feeling that.

Tool is now streaming on every major platform, and yet I'm still here watching my mans Preston.

S Toy below was correct. This song is about his mom's passing and how she deserves her wings upon entering heaven. There's a great great great hold on bruhhhhhh song called Jimmy that is about when he was young and his mom first became ill. Check that out with lyrics, you and your viewers will love it

Tool - Pushit (Salival)

As a long time Tool fan it's really cool seeing someone discover them for the first time and start to realize why they have such a rabid fan base. They're just absolutely brilliant and It's awesome seeing you realize that one song at a time haha! Awesome channel man, really liking it.

I love watching people hear a tool song for the first time. It brings my heart joy

You are correct. TOOL is its own genre of music.

For me, this is the TOP Tool song. It's a masterpiece.

Tool is the greatest band of all time, I'm glad you like them so much. Listen to all of it in a row.

I appreciate the way you are discovering & realizing the greatness of Tool! It's like a spiritual awakening. The smartest & most original band I've ever heard.

The weight of that song and the subject matter is hard to describe. Actually I feel like it’s an injustice to call it a song. It’s a sonic work of art. These guys paint a scene with their music as well as anyone ever has.

Reaction Tool - Eulogy

I got it now we need a live stream TOOL album reaction. That would be awesome

These 2 songs, 1&2 have made me cry so many times.... Pure love drove these lyrics... Unmatchable when it comes to a song to a parent!

I've been a decade long Tool fan, yet I've not gone deep into their lyrics until watching your videos. Thanks for helping extend my love for this amazing band even more!

Yes, you should do a lyric video to 46 & 2... a video that also explains the meaning of the song.

Yes, please do a lyric video reaction to Forty Six & Two, The Pot, and Right in two!

I so much enjoy your Tool reactions. I wish you would redo all the Tool songs you have done but do them with the lyrics. I am able to relate to many of lyrics and the way they use instruments as both emotion/art/expression/etc... is like icing on the cake. I love most all music styles but Tool is my all time favorite.... you are right though, they are their on genre I feel. I love how they blend several genres with haunting lyrics and insanely unique ebb and flow. I used drugs very heavily during the 90s and then some .... Tool makes for a hell of a trip.

Dude loved his mom. Mom's name was "Judith" A Perfect Circle- Judith is another take on his mom. Angry at god for letting her suffer for 10,000 days.

Read his book " A Perfect Union of Contrary Things" it will give you an insight to the way he writes so deeply, and the meanings behind the emotion. It will add another level to these songs that seem deep enough on their own.

just subscribed man theres many more of tool songs you should check out. you actually are listening to the lyrics meaning unlike other people doing what you do keep it up brother

This is such a underrated song!!! This is easily my favorite tool song! Wings for Marie pt. 1 &2 listened together is something truly remarkable. Just the story behind it makes it all come together beautifully. 👌

definitely do a lyric video to 46+2, theres one that includes bits that explain the lyrics as well

The song prior to this would be by Maynard’s other band, A Perfect Circle, Judith. Maynard followed it up with Wings for Marie. Judith Marie being his mom. Although out of sequence, Judith is definitely worth a listen/reaction. Its intense and angry. A Perfect Circle has many incredibly GREAT songs.

Bruh!!! You learning! Tool is the truth!!! Check out A perfect circle ' counting bodies like sheep to the rhythm of the war drum.

I lost my wife to cancer a little over a year ago and this has been on very high rotation since. You can feel the sorrow in Maynard's lyrics and the way he sings them.

I think it's awesome that you are even giving Tool a chance! They are truly amazing! My wife and I have seen them live about 7 times.

Love your reactions Preston...so beautifully raw and genuine. Yes...you should do lyric videos for any you watched before doing the lyric videos. I think you’ll like Sober more knowing the lyrics. Thank you KTF Family! Peace!! (Your deadpan looks in the camera has me cracking up 😆 ) I knew you’d appreciate Tool...glad you like them.

Yeah...it's hard for me to listen to this song without having tears run down my face. I love it, but ever since my Mom passed a couple of years ago, it always leaves me teary-eyed now.

I’ve heard this song soooo many times and it always gives me goosebumps. Probably one of the most heartfelt songs ever written. Glad it GOT you too

Welcome to "Tool" bro! By far has been and will be my favorite!... Always! The meaning and poetic lyrics, NO band will ever match. They have their own uniqueness and flow that in my opinion meshes together perfectly in this band!! 👍 Look forward to watching more of your video reviews my friend!

This was Maynard's "Dear Momma"

To answer your question, the musicians work on the music together for about 5-10 years and then Maynard listens when they are done and writes all the lyrics based on how the music inspires him. He’s what’s known as a super genius.

Again I love how you get TOOL! They are in their own class, lyrically and musically. Love you reactions, especially TOOL.

I got to see Tool live when they went on tour for this album. My mom had passed a few years before and after this song the whole band just sat down on the stage. There were lighters held up over the whole arena and the silence was vibrating. My heart was outside my chest with tears streaming down my face. They are a phenomenal band recorded. They are on another plane of existence live.

TOOL-The Grudge, great reaction to a Masterpiece.

You still have a whole world of tool to explore. You've only just hit the surface.

I really love the fact that you are discovering and appreciating TOOL for the same reasons us fans appreciate and love them for. I know you're really being moved and a fan because it's a lot of the same reasons we (longtime fans) are moved too. And it's why I have never left their side. Love your videos man! You've got a lot of discovery ahead of you. I still find new things in their music to appreciate. Welcome to the army.

These songs helped me when my mom passed. I'm sure helped out a lot of other people too

Yes! Lyric video to 46 & 2!

maynard lets the band make the songs he calls them the "sounds" he writes lyrics once all the "sounds" are complete. and writes each songs lyrics specifically for that song. doesn't come in with any material before hearing the finished sounds. The Band meticulously builds these masterpieces, then Maynard takes em home! definetely watch the lyric video with explanation for 46 & 2. very informative.

One of the greatest love songs you'll ever hear. Anyone who loves their mother that much and that deeply is ok in my book eternally.

The lyrics in The Patient are the real deal. Another great video. I relive this experience every few months when I revisit my tool collection. Wings for Marie is one of the more powerful tracks. If youre down for another 11 minute song with a very long intro The reflection is amazing lyrically and musically.

My man. Probably my favorite song of all time. Check out the background of the lyrics and you'll appreciate the song even more! THIRD EYE!!

A perfect circle- Judith

Love it! Been a tool fan since '93. I'm going in 44 yrs this April. Love your show.

I'm a Black guy, and I fell in love with TOOL many years ago with the song " SOBER" (imagine that),after a nasty fight with my girlfriend at the time. I always liked rock music and was aware of TOOL, but honestly their music and videos scared me a the time. At the end of the day, TOOL is Man music, and it's nice to hear another man express his love for his late mother.

If you do another Tool song today, try something from Lateralus like The Grudge or Parabol/Parabola. Both incredible songs!

Most powerful song I've heard. Now you can listen to A Perfect Circle's song "Judith". The singer Maynard also sings for A Perfect Circle and "Judith" was also written about his mother. That song is quite a bit different though haha. Angry lyrics rather than sad and mournful.

Man, i am beyond jelious of you getting to hear these tracks for the first time. There's a reason way TOOL is my favorite rock band of all time. They are special. Musically, lyrically and just setting a mood. They make you feel.

Your videos are my FAVORITE!! Tool is the best ever. Love this song so much❤

You can’t compare em, as they say Tool is their own genre, nothing compares.......well maybe pink Floyd but that’s another story altogether.....

46 & 2 is a lyrical must but be prepared my friend.

This is my favourite TOOL song. Watching you talk about it saying it was like he was crying out and I think you said it reminded you of when your dad passed means he’s getting through to the listener in a powerful way. Thank you for doing these videos, Preston. I can tell how music affects you it’s refreshing to see people appreciate music for what it is. You’re right too, there’s no band out there like TOOL. They’re one of a kind

Song gets me every time, the emotions he must have been feeling whiles writing these lyrics.

What can top this song? Keep ging down the Tool rabbit hole, it just gets better.....

Yes do 46 & 2 however I recommend using the researching the meaning version with lyrics

They make the music, i.e., the rhythm, the guitar, the bass, the drums, and then the Maynard comes in and finds his grove with the sound. Simply magic. There really is no other way to explain TOOL besides the qualifier. It’s simply magic music. In all seriousness, these guys are the true professionals of any genre of music. One take guys. Live as perfect as production tracks. So perfect in every way, ninety nine percent of the time.

Love your videos man as with all Tool reactions, they make us all so happy to see our number of friends spiralling out of control :) Keep going.

TOOL Pushit (Salival version) and Reflection

If you do another Tool song, try out Aenima

You’re reactions to every great tool song makes me happy to be a fan. King tool!!

The 15 people who disliked this song/video/reaction have no soul. Tool is amazing and this song is something special. Combine a completely organic, genuine reaction, from a person who is just taking it all in for the first time, and you have a great video. Keep it up. I’ve watched your Tool reaction videos probably 10 times each in the last year or so.

Tool is the result of what happens when artists stick to their integrity and principles. Taking the time, effort, and passion required to craft Something Beautiful. Bad thing is that a lot of other bands are just going to sound terrible. the good thing is that you'll be able to listen to them for the rest of your life. Somehow their songs and lyrics have an ambiguous quality that allows then to achieve something truly unique. As I grow older I find that they mean something a little different to me each time, and I am able to find new inspiration from them.

Yes! Do a lyrical video for 46&2!!!!🤘🔥🔥🔥

First time seeing you. Love your reaction. As a pasty-white blue-skinned Scotsman to a black American rapper (I've yet to hear before your intro, sorry, but I will now check you out) I have no words... I've been a fan of Tool since the late 90s. They really are just head and shoulders above. It's exhausting as a fan to listen.

You freaking make me smile like crazy when you listen to Tool! Love it!

60k congratulations

Since you love Maynard's lyrics, you should definitely check out /react to his 2 other bands: A Perfect Circle & Puscifer! Jimmy (from Tool's Ænima album) was a song written about his mom while she was still alive, as well as Judith by A Perfect Circle. Wings For Marie & 10,000 Days (Wings pt.2) were written around the time of her passing (after 27 yrs in the Fire). Then, in Puscifer, he wrote another song about spreading her ashes over one of the slopes of his vineyard titled Horizons. He once stated that, "Now she can travel the world and meet new and exciting people everywhere she goes..." Love watching you make this journey bro, keep it going!!!

Preston, I think this may be my favorite reaction video I've seen you do. It is such an emotional song in the first place, and the way you kept going back to listen to the lyrics and then began to sing along with them.... you totally get it.

Wish I could see them play this live, part 1 and 2. Such great songs. So deep. Very underrated.

I'm the one who request this song , and thanks for this react bro . I love this song Is pretty deep song

You should really do a lyric video for Parabol/Parabola; or just the entire Lateralus album

Preston... I'm so jealous. To be able to hear Tool again for the first time would be heavenly. I'm glad you can appreciate the artistry! 'Reflection' should be on your list if you need some more profound poetry backed by mesmerizing melodies...

I can’t listen to Wings for Marie without crying. Those lyrics about his mother when she was dying are so powerful. My mother is a strong Christian woman and I could see these lyrics going towards her if something ever happened to her. They are powerful!

Push it... The only song that could possibly top it... Wings is a close 2nd for me... Thanks for doing it Pres...

Seeing you sing along filled my heart with joy bruh Tool - Rosetta Stoned. Not deep but a ride nonetheless.

10,000.00. Days! Phenomenal, R.I.P, you're HOME!💚💚💚💚

This is hands down, my favorite song by tool. All their music is generally a whole body experience, but this one ascends the others.

Ticks and leeches next. Its legendary

But you have to listen to tool H.

Wings always gets me teary eyed. You can feel the emotion.

I lost my father as well bro. This song always makes me tear up. It’s so beautiful.