As someone who wore this CD out (literally) in the 90's I'm glad to see a young man hearing it for the first time and appreciating it.

As we all know….. “whatever TOOL song you are listening to is your favorite TOOL song….. until the next one comes on.” This is a band with NO bad songs. Spiral Out.

The drummer is Danny Carey. They call him, "The Octopus." If you watch the live drum cam version of 'Pneuma,' you will crap your brain out trying to analyze his drum skills.. So just enjoy the Majesty of Danny's drums. ❤️

"Learn To Swim" to me is a reference of Cali breaking off and descending into the Pacific.....he also said "See You in Arizona Bay".....The cover art on this CD was Lenticular Art and an inside piece of art was a map of the USA where it is complete when looking from one direction and the opposite direction Cali was no longer.

As mentioned "Learn to Swim" is a reference to an album by Bill Hicks who the band was close friends with. He was an absolute legend btw but that's another story. Hicks dreamed Arizona Bay would be created when LA broke off and fell into the ocean ridding the world of the disgusting cesspool that is LA.

They won a Grammy for this one

You're going to enjoy Tool brother. They have tons of metaphors, and each song means different things for different people at different times of life. They tell you how it is; but offer a much greater perspective even into the spiritual and more humane and vulnerable elements as well. In my opinion, they are second to none when it comes to encapsulating what it means to be a human.

what's insane is that this song was written 30 years ago when I was in high school and it is still as relevant and accurate today as it was when it came out.

"Arizona Bay" was the business name for an entertainment production company that the late comedian Bill Hicks planned to operate once he retired from doing stand-up comedy. Hicks and TOOL's vocalist, Maynard James Keenan, became close friends only a few years prior to Hicks' untimely death from an aggressive cancer. Maynard and Hicks had a shared contempt for LA and LA people. The concept of. "Arizona Bay" comes from a Hicks comedy bit where he rants about wanting California to just slide off into the ocean, thus creating a Pacific ocean coast line/bay for Arizona. Hicks actually opened a number of TOOL concerts prior to his death. The band and Hicks were in the beginning stages of planning ways to creatively work Hicks into parts of TOOL's live show when he fell ill. The entire Aenima album is a dedication to and a memorial of Hicks. There are a clips of Hicks speaking a couple times on the album and the CD art includes a painting of him in a lab coat. Every song on the album has a tie in to Hicks. Some are blatant references to him, others are really obscure and took me 15-20 years to realize, but Hicks is remembered in every track. Think for yourself. Question authority.

LA is Detroit with palm trees 😉🤷🏼‍♂️this came out in 96 & to see still have this effect on people especially young people (I’m 52) is heartwarming 🤤

Here we go…

This was 1996 in my freshman year of college listening to this in South Central L.A. made me beyond a outside.😅😅😅

This was the first song I ever heard by Tool. It came on the radio and everyone in my house stopped and listened to it. Got the album the next day and listened to it on repeat for DAYS! Been a fan ever since 🖤🖤🖤🖤

Great reaction to your new favorite band. The TOOL Army welcomes you. Keep your weapon out and belly in, pray for rain and tidal waves and Spiral Out my friend.

It’s been said many times, but with Tool, whatever song you’re listening to will be your favorite. (Until you hear the next one)

Love this reaction. Love your energy my man. Spiral out!

Got to do Right in two! Also the Danny Cary (Tool Drummer) Vick Firth live video.

You're right, "Mom" is a reference to mother nature

My rec. for the next 4: Pneuma (studio 1st, drum cam vid later), Jambi, The Grudge, Ticks & Leeches. They have tons of amazing compositions - these 4 are still the more accessible bangers. You can go more complex/psychedelic later ....

It's kinda cool that you have a friend guiding you through his picks and suggestion on the music videos. All on point, and since you're enjoying the music I think it was the right call. Loving the ride, can't wait to see your opinion on the vids, lol.

Btw, I subbed. I love your reactions, man. You really are getting Tool, and you make me feel like I'm hearing these again for the first time, lol. It's so cool to see someone new to Tool become a fan. They are my favorite band, but I see you have some others I like, too so I'll be checking 'em out. I'm definitely up for some old school Metallica. I was in my teens when they came out and I was totally there for it. I still love their first 5 albums and still listen to them.

The lights going out at the end was Fawesome! Keep spiraling out, we enjoy watching the journey! ✌🏽

Right on, that was a fun ride. Enjoy the videos. Spiral Out Keep Going.

Impressed by you brother. Love how you’re loving Tool. 🤘🏻

damn good reaction, watched from beginning to end. keep up the good work

I’ve been a Tool fan since the 90’s. They are gonna stick with you for life brother. Good luck going down this rabbit hole. It’s a fun one. ✌️

Another fire video my man! 🔥🙌🤘

🙌🔥 You got it!!! Tool sure educates while you listen to them! 💯

Thank you Xanny! ❤

You my friend are a wise old soul in a youthful body. Loved your reaction. ♥️🔥

Your reaction is my favorite on this song! Way to break down the lyrics! I love the bass line and drums on this! ✌️

OMG watching this made me smile so big - a young man hearing Tool for the first time is something really special

I'm from Michigan too, pontiac. I just subscribed. I live in Denver now though.

Great, great reaction video!

I love watching people experience Tool for the first time. I enjoy your reaction as much as you enjoy the experience.

i think you would enjoy Vicarious, keep up the great reactions!! looking forward to more!

Lol 44 seconds in and BAM! the Danny Carey effect hits hard. So glad you went down this Tool path man. Spiral Out! #ToolArmy

It makes me so happy to see someone loving the music that I love.

Lovin' the Tool reactions man, keep'em coming!! You are correct, "Mom" is referring to Mother Earth/Mother Nature😎😎 You still haven't listened to "Lateralus" so you might not understand this, but I'll still sign off with..... Spiral out!!🌀🌀🌀

That was an interesting effect with the timing of the lights going out. Vicarious will be good for ya next

Great 👍 reaction Xanny 🔥🤘💀

when i was growing up in the 70's and 80's there was a lot of speculation that a huge earthquake would cause Cali to fall off in the ocean leaving you with ocean front property in Arizona

Worried about the earbuds at the beginning of your journey. Glad to see you got some proper cans!

The whole album is great! I love Tool!

I gotta say… I actually loved the Outro filmed like that- very intimate, very honest feeling

Danny Carey, their drummer, is one of his kind. You might enjoy the drumcam video of their song Pneuma. It is mindblowing.

Loved every song on this album ❤️ 😊

Eres un crack. De verdad. Me alegro que te guste

"You learn something new everything you listen to them. Every time. " You're a smart kid! ❤ I can't wait to show this reaction to my 20 year old son, who has yet to realize the gift of Tool.

I love ur padzion!

I am seeing TOOL live in New Hampshire next month for the 6th time! It's a fantastic show!

Me encanta tu reacción. I like you reaccion.❤😊. Gracias

That light went out at the perfect moment!

i love your initial interpretations my dude . dont stop with this list. i see the guitar, you play?

FYI, that "Schism" video is one of their wilder ones, if I may recommend "Sober" to do first, maybe even a reaction to it.....also "Ænima" is my favorite song EVER, so thx for doing it

You will soon come to discover that your favorite Tool song is always the one you just listened to! Many Tool fans can and will say this.

I'm going to Tool in 2 days and came across your channel while I'm gearing up. Your reactions are awesome. Danny Carey is a rock drumming legend before his time. Maynard's lyrics are deep, Justin creates amazing bass beats and gosh darnit Adam is on point. F*ck all those insincere actresses

You get it!!!!

Crazy,insnt it?😂❤love it Bro ❤

Wow, that ending IS totally like a fire alarm sound! It’s also like the sound of chaos, earthquakes, and tidal waves while a fire alarm is going off 🔥

Hell yeah. Such a track

The lights going out was perfect.

LA, the city of lights. Fitting for the song. Lights out.

Spiral out, Keep going on your tool journey!

The light going out at the end was fitting.

Welcome to the 90s bro!

Lights going out at the end was pretty cool...made for some great lighting

Let's goooo!!!

Good idea 😊

I recommend trying out a song from their newest album. I recommend Pneuma or Descending. Can’t wait for the next Tool reaction. Spiral out 🌀

Yo Xanny. Welcome to the regime. Keep checking out Tool and you're about to be in the Tool Army. You're about to be on a trip brother. Much Love.

Mother Nature….. LA sinks and Arizona becomes the coast ! Love your reaction Bro. 🌀🌀🌀🌀👁🌀🌀🌀

Tool one of my Favorites❤

Can't wait for more Tool

Lead singer Maynard spent his formative years in Grand Rapids Michigan...city of my birth 😉 Loved your reaction fellow Michigander!

Thts Awesome😊🎉

I know you reacted to Pneuma and that you know who Danny is now. I just think it's cool that you picked up on his style and skill early on like this, so I figured I'd still leave a comment for old you, lol. Yeah man, he really is that good, and unique. He was almost 60 in that Pneuma video!

im loving how there is a resurgence of interest 30 years later

I want more tool reactions.... Tool gas the only album ive heard with all Great songs

Michigan represent! I'm in metro Detroit

"Its like a fire alarm" Best take ive ever heard for the end of this song

“The Patient” is their best…and I’ll die on that hill.🤟🏼

don't ever be scared....take a deep breath and GO!!!! Never let the moments pass you by, grab it while you're young before life gets behind you...♥

I listen to most genres …tool is my absolute favorite of all of them

TOOL ARMY!

Probably viewed this before ..and yes learn too swim .❤️🔨

Hey FYI, I'm from Michigan too and so is the lead singer of Tool.

Let’s be honest, black folks enjoying TOOL songs for the first time never disappoints! TOOL is so good and it’s such a joy to see someone with a different musical background get so into it. Maynard doesn’t pull any punches on this one! TOOL is heavily influenced by the psychologist Carl Jung. Check him out if you aren’t familiar. He’s a deep one. Spiral out, Dude!

None of Tool's announced shows are in the South, either. I remember thinking that they're skipping half the country. So I'm anticipating another tour relatively quickly, or maybe even a 2nd leg of the current tour.

This song is Enema not ah nee ma. They use the Greek AE so it might confuse, but the album is Aenima. This song Aenema. Happy listening.

The drummer is Dany Carey and he's a beast

wish there was a heart reaction for this one! a enema

tools energy blew the lights out, damn thats crazy no cap ??!!!

Adam Jones the guitarist. He does special effects in Hollywood movie aswell he did the clay animation for there videos..I have 3 favorite bands... Tool ,A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer 😅

Learn to swim is a direct refernce to Arizona Bay which is a reference to the late great comedian Bill Hicks who used to talk about Los Angeles being swallowed up by an earthquake & disappearing under the ocean to create Arizona Bay. Maynard is hoping for the same thing & is saying learn to swim because everyone in LA will need to learn to swim.

Maynard takes no prisoners lyrically. Aims at the throat and never misses

Mom's coming round" I figure mother nature to flush it all away

Maynard the singer is from Michigan. He moved there from Ohio when he was 11.

Guy had me at "whoever the drummer is". lol You will soon come to know who that drummer is no doubt. It's only a matter of time.

Pneuma and Lateralus are fire make sure to listen to the full versions dawg