Tool - Parabol/Parabola (reaction)
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I can understand why you feel like everyone and their dog is reacting to Tool...but that's simply because it's true...but there is a reason for it. Tool sets many precedents and benchmarks. They are worth the analysis. I hope you don't stop listening to Tool songs you haven't heard yet....We are here for you and your experience and thoughts. And there is much more to hear my friend. Don't let the seemingly over-saturated community dictate your song choice, listen to what moves you, and Tool most certainly seems to do that for you. Much love to you my friend. At the very least, New Tool album drops in 2019!!
And on that note you come at your tool listens from a very different angle. You're not new to the genre, and you analyse the songs as a listener and a fan, rather than an "expert". Keep it up, every time I see a tool video of yours I end up listening to that album for a week. Oh, I'll chuck a song recommendation in here too; I not long ago stumbled across a band called Traverser. I'd say checkout the song Redshift, but honestly both albums are really strong. Definitely a prog influence but with some really nice hooks and really talented musicians.
I was about to write something supportive, but Bricktowne said it better than I would have. I echo those sentiments. We can all listen and discuss Tool songs on our own, but we come here to share this with YOU. Sharing in your experiences deepen our appreciation, for what that's worth. Thank you for all you do.
Only thing i would like to addis that jim is right. There are a shit tonne of tool reactions. But most are so fake its really obvious
He isn't just listening and saying "wow", either. That's why I love watching him. He's interested in the music theory behind it. Probably the most authentic music reactor on UA-cam.
We know the difference between someone who is genuinely reacting to, and appreciating the music, and those who have jumped on the bandwagon. I've peeked at a couple, and I'll never go back to watch more. So you'd better not stop. Especially since you haven't reacted to Right In Two!
Please keep reacting to TOOL! Your reactions are waaaaay better than the others.
Agreed
You really seem to get exactly what Mallard has to say.
opino lo mismo, saludos desde arg!
Because others have no reaction at all. They are just listening and make funny fake faces etc. for views. Jim really reacted like real person.
All reactions to Tool are equal. Don’t compare prerequisites. Enjoy the rabbit hole they never recover from, yet makes them whole anew?
Tool is a Pandora's box you can't simply close
☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️
Couldn’t have put it in a better way
Jim, don't abandon Tool please :) I bet everyone looks forward to seeing your reaction of "Right in Two"
To see his transformation as the song progresses is awesome
Yes.... I started as a caterpillar and turned into a moth!
@@JimNewstead it was great, I grew wings and flew flew far far away haha
Also, I think everyone is reacting to Tool because......they’re bloody amazing and the masses are just starting to realise it.
Olly Hudson Amen!
Exactly, they never got true radio attention so they never got the notoriety but in 10-20 years it will be commonly accepted that Tool was the Floyd of the Millenial generation.
They are doing Tool reactions because they get views/likes for it. UA-cam is a numbers game.
Olly Hudson "The masses" will never realize that. sorry.
I saw tool live in the sun dome. Tampa Florida 1999
Not a parody. They’re just an amazing rock band. I’ve never been bored with them from their EP Opiate onward.
The reason so many people are doing tool reactions it's because tool fans are reliving our experience the first time we got it. It is truly amazing to see peoples reaction to something I have known since the 90s
What's bananas to me is that every human being in the world with access to american music under age 35 wasn't wildly addicted to Tool for the last 20 years.
React on :)
Jim, I sincerely understand your consternation about doing TOOL reacts videos on a platform "awash" with like content. As a TOOL fanatic of 25 + YEARS - I truly look forward to your reaction/reviews of TOOL's music....primarily because it is clearly obvious that you understand musical theory and have a musicians ear. I don't know why the vicarious validation of one's own musical passion is so appealing, but please don't stop. I love how much you space them out. It feels like an actual treat when you release a new TOOL vid. I watch all your other stuff as well, but as an OLD SCHOOL TOOL HEAD, love yr TOOL reacts. The others are garbage
"Metaphysical" is perhaps the word you were seeking? It's how I describe Tool to people who reach themselves to describe what they've heard and, typically, they smile and simply say, "Yes".
I was saddened by your intro but once Parabola hit the instant smile that appeared on your face tells me your hooked. Lol. As far as all the YT TOOL reaction videos, the more that are put out there the more people get a chance to discover TOOL.
You better keep reacting to Tool. I watch these Tool reactions , to self reflect . It’s mentally healing to experience Tool for the frist time again, through someone else’s ears. Don’t stop.
I think the reason why tool is becoming so popular in the reaction videos area, is because the band has quite a unique sound, but more importantly the band has sort of a Cult Following, and the fans ( like me ) really like seeing other people discover tool, and actively search for people reacting to tool and watch a lot of those videos :D
Don't worry too much about what other people are doing. You seem to enjoy your Tool journey, and we enjoy your reactions. So no worries, just do you!
Don't worry, Jim. You're probably the only reactor where I watch every video, and the only one I actually care about listening to Tool because you actually understand music. But mainly because you're a true prog head like myself...
Check out KING KTF. He's every bit as tuned in, and highly energetic. Preston FTW
It's because you reacted to a video on tool, that a lot of us came to subscribe to you from, and the UA-cam algorithm works in both directions. Because so much of your traffic came via tool reactions, you are seeing it through your feed. I subscribe to many tool reactors, and always have to look, never get it recommended.
People do reactions to TOOL mostly due to their popularity. Tool fans are rabid by nature and will follow a channel simply because of the videos. There is a reason behind this. Being a TOOL fan since the late 80’s, I’ve grown through their music. I stood in line at midnight in the freezing cold snow to buy Lateralus. We take great pleasure it watching someone experience them for the first time. It brings us back to when we first experienced a song. Tool was always downplayed by the radio industry because of their long songs. They never broke from the format of a song being a movement and not a 3 minute promo. They have a new album coming out soon. I plan on being that old fart in line at midnight waiting for the drop. Keep enjoying their music my friend. No matter how many times you listen to it, you always pick up on something new.
I went to a concert in Camden NJ in 2001. At the end of the concert the audience was asked to take all the positive feelings, energy and emotions of this experience, and use it to do something positive. To use it to grow and learn.
You're hands down the best Tool (and music in general) reviewer I watch. You understand the music, which goes over 90% of the reaction people's heads.
More like 98%
Truth
Mazzini11 I was gonna say 90% seems pretty low haha
@@SteveCarlisle77 I was being nice =)
True that my friend! And Hello Once more!
Always makes my day better when Jim listens to Tool...this is going to be good.
I started watching Tool reactions because I haven't been able to experience a Tool song for the first time since 2006, so watching other people do it is almost just as fun.
I love how you broke down the Parabola and the Parabol (parable). Beautifully said.
The masses have spoken. Even myself who caught them supporting RATM in 93 then back again in 94 in Newcastle, they were one of a number of bands i was into. Roll forward and I enjoyed more than ever rediscovering TOOL through reaction videos. You and a handful of others give a good take. Other channels are doing a lot of everything. Do your own thing and thats being you. Tool videos are popular for many reason, lets just all celebrate a once in a life time band. 4 members all master at their craft.
They actually do have a video for this song. It is one of their coolest music videos in my opinion.
Nothing wrong with taking a deep dive into Tool if you enjoy them. As long as your reactions are genuine. People watch to see your reaction because they respect your opinion.
And... I'd be let down if you stop doing these before you get to Third Eye :) Because it's a song that is rare as far as reactions to Tool songs go.
Jim, you HAVE to keep reacting to Tool. Watching a raphead or metal head react to Tool is one thing, but your perspective is something else entirely, and I for one would feel the loss. Please don't stop!
Of course you are going to listen to more Tool, Jim.
We should all recognize that what is happening now is really special. This is a band that have not released anything in 12 years, and are having an enormous resurgence in interest.
I have been a fan since the 90's and it is amazing and heartwarming to experience this. They were completely unique back then and more people seem to really "get it" this time around.
This is as you say, spiritual healing music. Not in a cheesy way, but a real existentialist one that hits people in both the head and the heart.
All this interest will probably result in Tool going to #1 all over the world once again when the new album drops and open up progressive psychedelic rock to new generations. Maybe even "correcting" the musical landscape a bit, just to be a conplete music snob arse.
Love your reactions man, you really have your own corner of the reaction market and resonate with adult musicians like myself. :)
Please don't stop !!! Whenever you are on UA-cam, people are genuinely happy and interested in (your reaction) to tool... I don't really know because I'm not in the same position as you, but all I can say is block out all those haters and assholes because I enjoy your content , and I know that there must be other that feel the same. Thanks again for your videos.
I think, probably, by the time you are a quarter of the way through Tool's discography, most other reactors will have exhausted their own interest in Tool's most well known tracks. Immediately after having seen your reaction to The Grudge, I suspected you would deeply appreciate the entire discography. Having watched a number of reactions by other UA-camrs, I can scantily say anything of the sort about them.
👏👏👏👏👏 I say again.. 👏👏👏👏👏 .. Tool deserve reviews by music fans with above average intelligence, and now they have one 😁🙏
I’m impressed with your interpretation of Maynard’s lyrics. Probably the most intelligent description I’ve heard. And now that you mention it I’m completely bummed that they didn’t do a parabola with the musical structure. What a great idea you had.
Per Genius: About “Parabola”
A “parabola” is a U-shaped curve in a quadratic function. “Parabola” is a play on the title of the introduction section, titled “Parabol,” which is a play on the word “parable,” or a story with an intended moral lesson. Parables form the foundation for all modern major religions.
“Parabola” is a celebration of life, the “holy experience” of birth, and the unlikely opportunity that we all share to be temporarily conscious of each other and the world around us. This song focuses on the realization through our bodily experience that others share the same limitations and desires as we do, and we will all eventually fade back into nothingness, as we were before our births. This realization “of our own mortality” urges us to treasure the life we have, use it to the best of our ability, and ignore base, unnecessary, unfulfuillable desires that detract from the richness of our experience of life.
You seem to really get into the music genuinely, you're rocking out with us not just sitting there and blankly watching the video, please dont stop.doing tool
Don't worry about being another Tool reactor, personally I do listen to almost all of the channels that react to Tool. BUT you absolutely provide a unique perspective on their music in comparison, so please continue the great videos. Cheers!
Once your experience TOOL, all other music doesn’t sound the same!🤙🤘
Jim don’t worry about what everyone else is doing. We watch you because we enjoy your unique perspective. As long as your reactions remain genuine you’ll be separated from the pack.
Your reactions aren't meaningless.... some people's are, but I get genuinely excited for yours. Please don't stop. Can't wait to watch this vid.
Jim, I've watched a majority of your Tool reactions, and I love them. I know others have mentioned it, but I really appreciate it how you wait until the end to give your comments. I would certainly be interested in seeing you react to some of their stuff from earlier albums like Opiate and Undertow. Very different sound and style. Keep up the great work!
Another great Tool song to react to would be H. from the Aenima album. But looking forward to whatever Tool song you react to next!
Jim, I just want to thank you for your videos, especially your reactions to tool. They've been my favorite band for the past 15 years, but I wasn't able to listen to them for some time. My husband committed suicide this February, and tool was his favorite as well. It was too painful to listen to them, but singlehandedly, you are the reason I am able to enjoy them again. I stumbled upon your channel and was moved by your response to them. So from the bottom of my heart, than you for bringing some joy back in to my life. You'll never know how much it means to me. Sincerely, Dal.
There is nothing I can say that cannot sound trite, clichéd or superficial. I am so, so sorry to hear your story Dal. I can't possibly claim that I set out to help you, or indeed anyone else for that matter, but I feel humbled that as an indirect consequence of me listening to music, I've brought some light and joy back into your life. Take care my friend xxx
PLEASE don't stop!
Yes, there are a ton of Tool reactors, but most are... lacking.
I can see and FEEL your appreciation and understanding of WHY Tool is great, and it's fun to watch.
Tool is awesome, and so are your vids. Carry on, please... and maybe Branch out to some Perfect Circle and Puscifer?
You and King KTF are great with your Tool reaction videos - both genuine and entertaining.
This analysis won you a subscriber, sir. Finally, someone who gets the general meaning of these lyrics and the finer points too (definition of parabola and parable aka parabol).
I’ve been listening to Tool for many years. They are still ‘discoverable’ even for die hard fans. Your reactions, Jim, reopens the door to hearing it all again with new ears. For those who haven’t much experience with Tool, you are providing the gateway drug. Spiral out Jim, keep going!
I see your passion and it's fantastic to see your reactions!
Justin on the bass is amazing on this track.....
Don't stop doing tool Jim. I will always watch your tool videos. I don't watch any other reaction channels so don't worry about what other people are doing. You enjoy it, we enjoy it. 👍
Don't stop! The reason I love when your reactions come up is because 1.) You're actually musically intelligent, you understand meters, rhythms, polyrhythms, crossrhythms, etc. and 2.) You pay attention to the lyrics and music, and you have the critical thinking ability to interpret them to a deeper level, something these "HipHop heads" completely fail. They are liking the music to join a trend, it is VERY apparent you are not jumping on a train, but appreciating the actual beauty that is there. The reason so many youtubers are jumping on the Tool react train is because the fan base wants other people to enjoy the real beauty in the songs, nobody wants people to like the band because it's a lot of views. You are an example of someone who we want to be reacting to, if you stopped it would be really really negative for those who are likeminded to me.
Well my gosh, you took the words out of my mouth
Perfectly said & to add to that
I just think you should do you, regardless. Tool or any song you choose to listen & record the reaction from that particular or any orher band I enjoy. I recommend Mars Volta (for a change) or King Crimson (if you haven't heard them yet). Other Tool songs to see you react to would be Prison Song or 4° from the Undertow album. Cheers!
This is my favorite tool song of all time
P.S. I wouldn’t worry about what everyone one else is reacting too, if you enjoy Tool and we enjoy Tool then I don’t think you should set any rules! 😘 Just be free!
Liked how you practically started prayng during parabol. Beacouse thats what i belive this Song is, a prayer, to our self, to our Life!
Jim, i'm little late to the party, but you sir are most sane and santient music reactor ever. It's a shame that you got a thought that you can be a parody to anyone. Because anyone a parody to you. They just do funny faces, you now. And you are the one that really understands
the music and the lirycs.
This song means so much to me. Involves the death of my best friends. 10,000 Days. I recommend that you discover the reason for this title. Myself, I had quit listening to this, or any Tool for a year. Would cry too much...the memories are less painful anymore. Peace
Jim, the fact is that I come to this channel to hear your honest reaction/opinion. And the reason I gravitate to your channel is because I respect your open mindedness, honesty, humour, and keen musical knowledge. Jim + Tool is too good of a combo. Just keep doing what you do at your own pace brother✌️
Also regarding your "Trick", they did something very similar. The guitar descends and ascends the same scale, and the ending of Parabola, the very last 5 seconds, are how the very first 5 seconds of Parabol start. The last minute of Parabola is the same guitar notes and riffs as the beginning of Parabol, except with a lot of distortion and more punch, signifying an elevated and more forceful ending to the parabola.
Eh, don’t let the trends dictate what you do/do not listen to. Yes, there are seemingly HUNDREDS of people reacting to Tool songs; but as a Tool fan of 20+ years, I enjoy yours so much more because you have a genuine understanding and appreciation of good music.
Jim, there is no reason to stop.
Next - Tool - Eon Blue Apocalypse/The Patient, another (underrated) masterpiece.
I like the fact you let every tool song play through. I love that you did the whole fear and oculum album good job
The parabola structure that you describe they could have done was done already in the song Mantra as an intro to Schism on the same album
The song itself is a parable
A short story with a moral message
Loved the video
Thanks for the great reaction Jim! I hope you continue to explore their catalogue. It is fun to watch a true music lover discover and appreciate the depth of Tool.
Don't mind them Jim. We know the genuine ones like you are very few. As long as you enjoy them rest do not matter.
Nice job.. I did laugh at "mallard" though. Will Maynard be reincarnated as a duck? Also the kookaburras at home broke in for a cameo at 10:00 and it worked in well, glad I've trained the wildlife to appreciate tool... Cheers mate
They recently released their catalog on streaming services. This is why people are rediscovering and discovering the Genius of Tool. Awesome to watch
heyo jim back again, on one of ur older videos... man isn't it just like, when you're in the right mood, you just gotta be thankful that we, collectively, arcing backwards, came up with tool ^_^
for me, shallowly i guess, this song talks about how a connection with another elevates you. . i like to think it's an ode to that feeling i get when i'm holding my girl during a difficult moment
The reason Tool is so engaging and cerebral and thus popular is that they are able to blend emotion and spirituality with a touch of humor in a way that leaves the interpretation open-ended and requires the listener to form their own concepts of where the music takes them. It's a brilliant formula and these four guys have been one of the few groups to really master it.
Jim .U are not another Tool reactor, u are "experiencing" TooL whit friends ;) keep going!
Don't let other people influence your actions. If you want to live react to Tool, do it. Your fans will enjoy it regardless. If you don't want to, then don't. You know you'll absolutely enjoy it, so don't let other's mess with your own experience. /endrant
Jim, keep up with the tool vids. Don't give up just because others are doing too much of it. Ps.. There is an officially made video for these two tracks
I won't lie.. I watch pretty much only your tool videos.... but you're the only person I've been watching tool videos. top quality. love it. don't know what else to say. you're very genuine.
I can't tell you quite how much I hate fucking zombies reacting to tool. I want the real deal man. that's what you've been doing.
Each person on here has their own way of reacting to different music. You have been and continue to react to whatever do you want however you want. Intern you will attract those that enjoy the way you react.
Thanks Jim! I always appreciate your point of view!
Please don’t stop reacting to TOOL. You have a much better understanding and appreciation for their music than those other channels
I love his reactions he actually listens and doesn’t pause every other second!!!!
I am pretty sure the lyrics are written after the bulk of the music is figured out, so it might have been hard to go back and actually fit the parabola concept into the actual structure of the song. For songs like Lateralus it was just the lyrical phrasing that followed the pattern so easier to do post music. Dont stop making Tool videos. Spiral out, keep going.
You aren't just another Tool reactor. I generally only watch the ones that dissect the song, and it generally takes someone who at least has a passing knowledge of music theory.
I don't want to watch someone just listening to Tool. It almost makes me jealous that you get to experience this stuff for the first time, and are interested in what's going on.
Long story short: please keep doing Tool. Your input is genuine and not full of hyperbole with clickbait thumbnails. You're interested in the music theory. That's hard to find.
I understand you not wanting to be a "Tool" channel, however, the music is beyond great, the lyrics are meaningful, and insightful. Admit how much you like the band and enjoy privately. Spiral out!!
Just embrace Tool and dive in.
Screw the optics. You're the best Tool reactor by far. You understand the musical ability, forethought and genius of the music itself
Stick with the way you do the tool vids, every few weeks is good. I enjoy your reactions to them more than the others. You are the one that got me hooked on tool reactions. I value your opinion. Youre now part of the TOOL ARMY, theres no getting out of it 😈
Actually U have to pay to join Tool Army lol
Not a lot of people who do reactions attempt Tempest and you did and I think you got it
It's because TOOL is probably the best, and people want to see how other people react to it. Got to give people what they want if you are to be relevant in the music reaction video world.
You make the most genuine reactions. No overreacting, just quietly contemplating the music and I love it
Keep on keeping on Mr Jim, there are some good reviewers but ignorant of the music they play, keep it real Mr Jim 👍👍👍
Don't feel bad about it. You are one of the better reactors. Yes, you are justified to an extent, but just continue to do what you do. I know I enjoy it. The important thing is that you stay genuine.
Tool impacts my soul
Watching people reacting to the songs that I love the most is the closest I can get to enjoying these songs for the very first time all over again. Vicarious (reference intended ; ) virginal enjoyment of such great tracks like Parabol/Parabola. Great reaction, keep up the good work and don't worry about what everyone else is doing. ; )
There is a Music video for this song and its amazing, highly recommend it.
I get why maybe you wouldn't want to do more Tool reactions, but I think they are your best. I see a difference in your feelings that only Tool can bring out. The amazement, the joy, the look on your face that you have just been blown away... again. You're so genuine. Please don't let other people dictate what to listen and react to. Just enjoy and be mesmorized by some of the greatest musicians ever!
TOOL EULOGY this song is about there dislike of Ron L Hubbard founder of scientology or the song H which is about how the birth of his son has changed his life for the better both are amazing trust me
Perhaps there is a glut of Tool reactors, or maybe it's simply UA-cam algorithms at work, but many are rather lack luster. Quality over quantity. Many reactors appear to go for the clicks and views rather than having the journey take them there; many also appear to be way out of their wheelhouse as well. Imagine predominately listening to one genre of music your entire life (say, Hip-Hop), barely being exposed to another, then listening to something constructed completely different (say, Heavy Metal)... how would you respond if thrown into the deep end of a genre before acclimating to the shallow end? Tool's complexity can be overwhelming to the point one may not even realize what they are hearing (I know from experiencing this myself). I hope you choose to continue reacting to Tool.
Yeah, don't overdo it. Tool contain complexity, sure, but compared to a lot of metal bands they also employ a surprising amount of restraint, so it only takes a good listener one or two times to really get into the tracks. Anyone can appreciate them if they're reasonably patient with the lengthier songs. Tool really could throw the kitchen sink in with their recordings if they wanted to, but thankfully they don't!!
Please don't stop the Tool reactions! You're one of the fee that actually try to dissect the lyrics and understand the musical aspect of them too. But if you do stop I hope you take the time to listen to them on your own time. They're my favorite band and I just want as many people as possible to love them the way I do.
Finally someone doing reaction with decent headphones and actually understand music. My fav tool experience.
Keep doing Tool. You reaction/analysis is some of the best.
I just subscribed to your channel. I'm sorry I didn't do that earlier but I did it now because I don't want you to quit reacting to Tool. Like other people already said your reactions are better than those of other reactors. I always have a smile on my face when I see a new Tool video of yours in my recommendations. Please don't stop reacting to Tool. We are "only" a bit more than 2000 people but I'm sure none of us want to miss your great Tool videos.
No don't stop! You react and we will listen
The music video for this song is definitely worth checking out.
You're just another Tool reactor like Tool is just another band. You're a cut above and I look forward to your reactions. In fact, I've listened to this song hundreds of times and I never put together the meaning of the titles Parabol/Parabola, so you taught me something today. Keep going! I think you'd love Third Eye.
I understand what you mean, Jim but damn that's hard to resist with masterpieces like this out there...LOL. I wonder if due to UA-cam, Tool's popularity when their new album finally drops will be greater than it was before. Keep up the good work!
Please don’t stop! You stand out from the others! Down to earth, kind, genuine and honest. My kind of channel! Please don’t stop
Jim,
Sure, the internet is awash with people “reacting” to tool videos, but I would like to submit that your videos on Tool, and other bands fill a different part of the spectrum.
Your videos come from a place of command and knowledge of music and musicianship that other videos don’t capture. Every other “reaction” video is like watching a personality react, in character, to thing they don’t quite get, but know is cool and a hot topic and worth a ton of views.
Watching your videos is like introducing a fellow musician to something you love, knowing that they will appreciate the little things, and then getting them to show you why they love other music that you may not have heard.
Keep going, and keep doing videos about whatever music comes across your desk. It’s enjoyable, and unique, and while you may not be the most promoted UA-cam music reviewer, remember that your point of view is appreciated.
Definitely give it another listen by yourself, it's an uplifting message.
TOOL have always been perceptive. Their music and lyrics have a unique take.
Their first EP cover was a spanner in the shape of a dick and early songs like Bottom, Stinkfist, Prison Sex, Sober through to Ænema drew attention to very human emotions. 10,000 days had psychedelic artwork by Alex Grey with 3D glasses and songs like Reflection, Parabola, Lateralus and Wings for Marie made up later albums. That highlights their transformative shift in focus to the spiritual quite well! They produce a mix with Vicarious and the like now.
The instrumentals got longer to be more contemplative (I think?) but they've always nailed the overall character for each song. I don't know if it's because Mallard writes lyrics on top of completed instrumentals to get a feel but it works.