In my humble opinion, Reflection is tool's masterpiece. Along with all the others...

it's actually baffling to me why reflection doesn't get more attention. I've been listening to these guys for 25 years, and i truly believe that reflection is their best song. the layers, complexity, and the profound depth of the lyrics blow me away every single time i hear it. thank you for making this video and exposing more people to its brilliance.

reflection is such a beautiful trip every time. probably my favorite song in the world.

This is the song (Reflections specifically) that originally got me into Tool. When I was a young lad (19/20yo) I was round at a small house party getting high as fuck. At some point someone put on Lateralus and I remember sitting on the couch, totally spacing out, and this haunting "before I pine away...." was playing and I was totally absorbed by it. I asked my friend the following day what we had been listening to, and that's how I found out about Tool. I bought Lateralus and listened to it endlessly for weeks. Then went on to get the rest of their albums. As an aside note, Tool are the only band that I own their entire catalogue on physical CD. Including a bootleg CD recorded at a gig in Glasgow. Fucking amazing band! And now I get great enjoyment watching other people discover and hear my favourite songs for the first time.

One cannot put Reflection into words and do it justice. The absolute pinnacle of human expression, musical or otherwise. It is perfection.

It's as if everyone else is playing music in two dimensions and tool is playing in four. It's just not comparable.

Well... that was just mind blowing. There's not many bands out there that can leave you speechless after a listen. Thank you for this one.

I appreciate Jim's reaction to Tool music; he's authentic, genuine and intellectual. Refreshing to witness someone truly enjoy and respect a great band!

Reflection is probably my favourite Tool song. Pound for pound.

The Patient

Hypnotic and cerebral. Next level these Tool guys are.

It's amazing how complex tool can make 4/4 in Reflection

Lateralus and 10000 days are perfect sublime albums without a mediocre moment

The transition between the end of disposition and the beginning of reflection is phenomenally mind bending

Reflection changes how my spirit feels, headphones are a must.

Reflection hits me the hardest, yet I’m not in pain.

I listened to this driving into a storm in Florida, it was the thunder during disposition and reflection and then I hit the heavy rain and lighting when triad it was spiritual event.

Seeing them live is a spiritual experience. It was for me anyway.

The tool army breakin everyone out of prison keep it up. peace

This album could be released 200 years from now and still sound fresh.

Right off the bat- “More than the sum of its parts.” Spot on.

Back in my day it was Pink Floyd. I’m so grateful that tool came along to carry on and build on the original music I loved so much

As others have said…Reflection. I just come back to that song over and over and over and over and over and over and over again. There’s just something about it that doesn’t let go. I fear it will never let go. It’s got me. My favorite song of all time.

Hands down the greatest artists ever.....

Damn Jim I was sure I understood most of the meanings behind a lot of tool songs, but every video of yours I come away with some new possibilities I hadn't thought of. Nicely done as always, cheers sir 🍻

Jim thank you for posting this with synced speed, it makes a ton of difference and yes I watched it again, because why not :) For your next Tool reaction whenever it may be - Please do "Parabol + Parabola" And for the Not-Tool Reaction - Please do "Blind Guardian - Nightfall"

The Holy Trinity again? Sure, why not...

Reflection ALWAYS gives me chills 😍

Once again, I'm glad you enjoyed this Jim. Your interpretation of the song is fascinating. Even after all these years these songs still give me goosebumps.

Really good review!! it's always good to watch someone appreciate this music (some people just get bored), please you must hear "Third Eye"

Crucify the ego refers to the sensation one gets from a very intense hallucinogenic trip. Total loss of ego, or shattering the ego is best described as a total loss of visual connection with reality. The senses cease to function in the normal way. Merging with space, other objects, or the universe. The loss of reality becomes so severe that it defies explanation. It’s an incredible feeling. Helps make sense of the world and your perception of it.

The only thing you can say about this "songs" is, that it is a masterpiece of modern art. Nothing less than that. The feelings you go through this songs when you listen deep is not explainable. You have to experience it for yourself.

I think Triad is Tools masterpiece of musical composition. It is personally my favorite tool song and the live versions are insane.

Wow! Glad you reuploaded, shows dedication to the crowd. Happily watched some of the highlights again to see it in real time. Thanks Jim!

I loved the eye contact when he realized that, yup - same song really.

Jim, the way you listen and react is much as I have myself, and it is a joy to see someone "get it". Reflection is one of my top 3 Tool pieces, and it is a true pleasure to see and hear your reaction. I know I'm not alone in this, either (as of this writing, the zero negative votes speaks to this). Welcome to the onion that is Tool.... layered to the core. Thank you for doing this.... all of this.

Awesome. Gotta do Third Eye, H, Parabol/Parabola

I just can’t stop listening to Reflection at the moment, it’s so good, the whole Holy Trinity is amazing, I love playing Triad on guitar, how Adam stands so still and plays this shit is amazing and so composed

Reflection is such a sick song

Your TOOL reactions are beautiful!!!! It's nice to see someone else that really gets what TOOL is.

We can only hope the new tool album comes out. We have been waiting long enough. :( I subbed because of Tool aswell. Looking forward to more :)

Hello Jim, I came here because of Marillion and never had heard of Tool before hearing their songs on your channel. I love the variety of music genre you offer us the video for this song, somekind of tail moving along the music over the human head, this reminds me that music can affect all your body, brains muscles and bones and your psychic aura if you believe in such things I enjoyed watching the video as much as the music, sometimes music is much more than sound waves hitting your ear drums, the beating leaf and the colors helped me visualize the music, if you listen to this live with the drums sound reverberating on your bones, it must be a wonderful spiritual experience

Jim I get a kick out of your reactions. I’ve been a TOOL fan going on 25+ years now. Just turned 50 and it still gives me goosebumps. I’ve had the great pleasure of seeing them 5 times. Still the best shows I’ve ever seen. To really appreciate Tool you have to dedicate the time to listen to the album in it’s entirety. Start to finish. Keep up the great work you’re doing!

Staggeringly good! That sums it up!

Jim, you need to watch Danny's drum cam on Triad. It's mind blowing to see everything he is doing in that part.

Jim you’re a champion. Love your stuff

"Staggeringly good..."

Yay!! Way to redo at the correct speed. The GOAT of reactions here!!

I remember really getting this album for the first time. It was a few weeks after it came out. I had listened to it several times but I just couldn't "get" it. I finally sat down and really listened to it, and it DID put me into a trance. All my senses but my hearing were reduced to a minimum. I wasn't asleep I was just *there*. Floating and listening. And then "Faaip de Oiad" started and it is so freaky and weird. I was still in this trance state but it became a frantic nightmare. It builds and builds and ends with this really loud electronic ZAP! Snapped me right out of it like the band had kicked me right in the balls. Very unpleasant. I always felt they did that on purpose. Ha Ha you bastards. I get the joke.

Never realised Triad was triplets, just felt like fast 6/8 to me. That actually changes how the song feels.

I DO feel a lot better after your videos! And we can all just listen to the tracks anywhere else. But we are here for a reason. Thank you kindly good sir!

Dear Jim, so nice to see you flying away on the magic carpet of TOOL...put on your Seat-Belt next Time.

I would say that disposition softens you up - reflection tears you apart - and then triad puts you back together again.

"trance-inducing" is spot-on.

I watched them play this whole set live and it sounded almost identical. Amazing!

Watching this again 2 years later. This is Tool at their very best! Miss your tool reactions...phenomenal!!

so pissed this video is gone now its just a live version... used to listen to this version all the time

I found you through your tool reactions. I subbed because I love that you truly listen to the music and seem to be open minded with everything you listen to. Thank you!

"That is inseperable. That is one piece of music. You cannot listen to the individual parts...It's like...picking out a song from a Pink Floyd album and listening to it in isolation. You can't." Now you know how all of us feel watching you pick apart the masterpiece that is Lateralus! Really appreciate the content, keep it up! If you haven't listened to Tool by the album in your spare time, make sure you do that. Cheers!

Listening to this with you, I realised it would fit perfectly in a Godfrey Reggio/Ron Fricke movie.

Always a great reaction and review. "Right In Two" should definitely be on your radar, good sir.

Was that great or what? It's magic music. They are on another plane. They are their own genre. Great reaction. Thanks. 😄👌

This just seems to take you on a journey. It’s amazing how articulate this band is. Everyone gets something different from listening to Tool. You really can’t explain it and you can’t put a finger on it. No one will ever reach their sound.

Thanks Jim! what about Parabol/Parabola next time?

When I saw TOOL at Red Rocks, Morrison CO in the late 90s that interlude between Reflection and Triad went on for at least 5 min. People were freaking out and it was just awesome. That was the show that blew me away with Pushit.

Best song for Tool

Its on the album just how it is. Its listed Disposition/Reflection/Triad. 20 min piece. Great video, im going to enjoy your reaction as a genuine music fan and not just order you to listen to whatever band while glossing over the video.

Imagine having sound waves get you high and stab your ego instead of requiring you to crucify it yourself..... welp. You just did. Feels fucking great, don't it? Lol. Tool army for life.

This time last year I would've said this is tools trinity. With the new album I can't say that for certain

Reflection is probably my favourite tool song, I'm sure it's not technically their best, but the mood it brings out in me it's next to none. BTW no offence but you remind me of Stewart Pearson from In the Thick of It

THE HOLY TRINITY

Comment redux- A song/songs for the tribal heat & soul! Love your reaction Jim!!

Who are the 3 people with no feelings? How can anyone give a thumbs down to the music or Jim’s reaction? 🤦‍♂️ SMGDH

Tool! Fantastic! Thank you for the reaction!

Drugs make me feel like I'm on Tool.

The most authentic music reaction channel on youtube.

Adam using synth bass pedals an old technology that still sounds great 👍🏻💯😎

“That is more than the sum of its parts... I know don’t what to say about it... I’m struggling with the right words for this” We feel the exact same way Jim. We were all completely blown away hearing this masterpiece(s) for the first time.

Triad is walking the path

Tool is absolutely stunning and the Heavy Weight Champions of the Universe

That's right, I'm a subscriber because of TOOL.

Duhkh mein dub jaana - Pine away.

No better way to start a lazy sunday than a nice coffee and Tool!

THANK YOU!! Btw, little bit of trivia, all the "unexpected sounds" and samples are triggered by Adam the guitarist. He has an Access Virus B synth attached to a Roland PK-5 foot pedal that he uses to trigger all the weird sounds live while he's playing everything else. He has really good concentration to say the least.

Reflection - Greatest song ever made

Subbed for tool I caught the first tool video you did, excellent, as were all so far! My next fave band is Reverend Horton Heat, I have never seen anyone react to them.

Bang on reaction Jim. Great channel. Divna stop 👊🏼

I re-watched the whole thing again. These songs are amazing no matter what speed you upload them at. :)

A true timeless work of art.

Am I overthinking (overanalyzing) this or does Disposition work as a haiku? Mention this to me Mention something, anything Watch the weather change

Watch the drum cam view of Danny Carey playing Triad live. Wow. Very impressive.

In one of your earlier reviews you listened to Aenima and said that Maynard is really, really angry. You then said something to the effect of "c'mon it's not that bad". I think in some respects you misread what Maynard is saying but that is really ok because 1) it was your first lesson and 2) Maynard/Tool is about thinking for your self. What I would say is that in Aenima he says words to the effect of "don't call me apathetic, try to read in between the lines." To me, reading in between the lines is kinda where Reflection comes in. Tool is musically dark and can deal with dark topics but it is actually very hopeful to me. Re-read that last stanza in the lyrics. The whole thing is important but the end is "Bringing out our hope and reason". Which is what I desire. Gotta run. Always enjoy your Tool reactions.

Great reaction! Hope you do some more Opeth also soon!

love your reactions and your appreciation for tool dude! keep doing what you do!

I love how, at first, TOOL reduces you to monosyllabic reactions. "WOW!" 😁 Keep them coming, sir. I truly enjoy witnessing another musician 'experiencing', TOOL. I'll leave the suggestions to others and just eagerly await your next experience. Cheers

This is my favorite transcendental song by this incredible mind-blowing band. The second I heard TOOL for the very first time, I almost yelled to my friend playing, "WHO IS THAT?" - circa 1991.

Good work Jim. I'm here for Tool. Parabol/Parabola.

Parabol/Parabola is a must mate, ultimate fave. Was worthy enough of a tatt for me lol!

I think "Reflection" is a reference to a challenge. A promise of the best efforts of four musicians, moreso than normal. I think this song is a battle of weaponized talent first summoned and conquered alone, and then reflected outwards towards each other. These guys are unreal.