@bbfreak9 Actually, no. The people on the soundboard probably put some reverb on his voice in that part, and you can see him singing very far away from the microphone, and getting closer.
Isn't it perfect how the crowd continues to sing the album version lyrics at 5:06, then Maynard comes back in and picks them up with a fade-in vocal pattern...makes the hairs on my neck stand up.
of all the live videos ive seen of Tool at concert, this has to be one of the best performances, imo. so rich. i consider myself to be so lucky to appreciate them the way i do.
you know who else had a middle initial that didnt stand for anything, president harry s. truman. The S. doesnt actually stand for anything its just s.
i didnt like it at first but in retrospect i think its kind of beautiful how the crowd sings the album version of i dont mind and the maynard kicks in perfectly right after, my god this is an awesome version kudos for sharing this one!
@ThirdEyeDilated I've been listening to H. all day. I re-read the lyrics over & over again and started crying. How I can relate so much with these lyrics I'll never know...
i like how when i saw tool they had the same stage setup, different stage and effects but the same spotlights maynard in the dark behind them, very cool
venomous voice tempts me drains me believes me but leaves me cold and empty drags me down like some sweet gravity
considerately killing me
yeah i heard it was about heroin, that idea has been around since I first heard this in 96 or whatever but I am happy to know that it is not because that allows the dominant image to become that of the serpent shedding its skin and being reborn which is infinitely better than addiction because its the essence of liberation right on
@rayneroseren that is amazing, do you know if it is more along the addiction power of heroin, or the journey on the drug itself? thanks for the insight.
@tooltj21 if I had to guess, i would say the journey being on the drug and maybe even the power it has over ones body. either way, just fantastic imagery.
@nedak I disagree. but whatever. it's not really important as I didn't write the song and Maynard has never given a definitive answer. I just enjoy it. :)
What I love about Tool's music is there is always a surface meaning, and then a deeper one hidden beneath double endendres. Many people have thought of this song as describing a heroin addiction, but also a recurring cycle of parental abuse and a father's fears of beating his own newborn son. Why can't more modern rock music be like this?
This has to be one of the absolute best songs they ever wrote and its a fucking shame they never play it anymore, but I guess they have their own reasons.
fuck just so you know this has nothing to do with beating a newborn son, god its him seeing his reflection in his girl or maybe even a mirror. addiction, heartbreak, take your pic. not beatin a baby, pushit talks about choking an infant but i think thats a metaphor for himself or someone who is acting like a baby. DOUCHEbag
@samsjd I've heard they've started writing on some new stuff, since it's Tool's 20 year anniversary (I think), although it could just be some rumor, but there's a video of Danny Carey mentioning it in a sneaky monkey way though, so I don't know really, they tend to keep out of media's reach when it comes to things like that : )
But it would be swell if they actually did, since, well... Tool is THE greatest after all :P
definitely a dark song that will shed some light on a lot of people's habits and lifestyles. This performance is beyond words, it expresses everything it should be and more.
@brwneyedgurl82 this is nothing like the live experience, this is why they don't like people taping shows cause people think they're getting the experience of being there even though actually being there is 100000000000000000000000000x better
@freshpickedoranges Well of course you're right, I've seen them live 3 times, (about to be 4 on June 25!!!!!!!!!). i guess I was just saying that out of the thousands of live Tool videos on here, these are head and shoulders above most of them(except for the Huntingtonst vids of course). Of course nothing will ever compare to actually seeing them in person, but since they don't exactly tour a lot watching these is all I have to tide me over until I do have the honor of seeing them live.
at 5:06 when maynard didnt come in i thought huh? then when he did come in i swear every single hair stood up on my body. I'm just glad Tool is around, so I don't have to listen to un-sss un-sss un-sss or some crappy pop singer. Rock on Tool
5:06 - 5:31 Sends chills up my spine every single time I listen to it. Shame this isn't how they did the album version. Just completely eerie, and amazing.
@Halbgottt-Yes-when he did that I seriously felt a surge of electricity go up my back. But that's the beauty of their live shows-their albums are of course genius, and I could listen to any one of their songs over and over and they never get old, but they always put a little unique twist on things when they play live-part of what makes them the most amazing live experience I've ever had.
Isn't it perfect how the crowd continues to sing the album version lyrics at 5:06, then Maynard comes back in and picks them up with a fade-in vocal pattern...makes the hairs on my neck stand up.
Maynard doesn't make all of the changes dumbass. How many times does he have to say over the years that he is only 1/4 of a working unit called Tool... With over a million fans like you, I'm not surprised that they stay away from interviews.
The changes he made singing the song genius. Those are changes are they not? I'm fully aware he's not the only one that makes the decisions. Do I have to be so literal in my comment? Ok, the changes Maynard and 'everyone' made ok? Happy now? =D
@itypewithmykneecaps oh i couldn't agree more music as a whole i am really worried about all the good bands are now either gone or about to go Tool included. and after they depart us i fear we will be left with a bunch of talentless fools. as long as shows like american idol exist there is no hope for the future of music. i count the days until it is canceled
I believe, according to toolshed, it is about not being able to get away from someone who is dragging you down. It seems to be presented from the viewpoint of the devil on one shoulder with the angel on the other tempting you. H. is said to stand either for "half full" or "half empty"
I highly recommend that you look up "The Hero's Journey," and "Monomyth" if you want to see the highest level of meaning encoded in this song / album.
Yep I'm on it, it's basically just a forum you have to pay a one off charge for, and it costs different amounts depending what merch you want with it. If you go to the toolarmy site and click through as if you are going to sign up it will show you the different price packages. The forum is quite good and you get to find out tour info and stuff first. Give me a shout if you ever sign up! :)
the song is only half about drugs , his sons middle name is H. that cant be coenidence also in the song he says " THERE both totaly void of hate" so hes talking about more then one thing or person.
Maynard said this song was about a friend of his that led him in the wrong direction and down a dark path, for his friends own selfish reasons. His friend made him beleive that his intentions were good but they were for his own selfish reasons.
I highly recommend that you look up, "The Hero's Journey," or "monomyth" if you're interested in seeing the highest level of interpretation encoded in this song.
When you love something, you want it and devote lots and time energy to it. However, there is some kind of obstacle blocking you from actually achieving or getting the thing you love. You realize that the obstacle is impossible to overcome. But you desire the "thing" so much that you "don't mind", even though you really do. Obsessing over the thing you love but can't have destroys your motivation for other more realistic things... considerately killing you.
good analogy! but to be honest i saw it a different way. i guess thats what tool's about; its open to interpretation
i thought of it in terms of america. the snake he speaks of is looking for celestial advances; a selfish government. a government which forms a system thats ways lead you to act a certain way, a way that leads the government to punish you later- using the justice of the american judicial system
I was just reading some comments from people and i'm seeing negative comments about other people's interpretations of the song. I think that is really funny considering I think Maynard would be one of the first people to welcome differing opinions about what the song is about. After all that is why they didn't list the lyrics in their CD artwork and books in the first place. Let's keep it positive. To keep it simple, Analyzing good, useless criticizing not good. There is no right answer here.
I agree with you 100%, there is so much bullshit that people write on comments that has nothing to do with what the video is actually about, great vid, great band, that's my opinion, and that's what the comments should be about, not race or politics, but what we feel like is worth the time out of our precious lives to watch
AMENto that. Anyway i think this song has more then one meaning , im sure manyard would want it to mean what ever u connect it with in your life. i get the feeling hes that typ of guy };)
Maynard is in my opinion, the best rock singer by far, finally got to see him live on mothers day 2yrs ago and when he sang wings for marie, he said this ones for you mom, and man I tell you with the laser show and everything, it's a once in a lifetime experience
Yet another youtuber giving praise to the best part of the song..."I...I...I...I...I...I...I don't mind!!" Lucky bastard gettin 2 see him ad lib like that live, it gives me absolute chills everytime i watch it. Awesome video man :)
Yeah, this song the live version even more so is just plain eerie. Would be pretty awesome if Tool did a sort of Salival like thing and put abunch of live performances together.
This version gave me chills
marklarnw 1 week ago
two thumbs up.
filthya55h0l3 1 month ago
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RedBubblyCheese 1 month ago
This show was amazing!
Cooleddie12 1 month ago
Is it just me or does it sound like the 'I DONT MIND' part was pre recorded?
bbfreak9 1 month ago
@bbfreak9 Actually, no. The people on the soundboard probably put some reverb on his voice in that part, and you can see him singing very far away from the microphone, and getting closer.
Pretty smart.
IdiotActionFilms 1 month ago
This is definitely one of Maynards showcase songs. While certain songs emphasize other members, this performance really emphasizes his vocals...
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Isn't it perfect how the crowd continues to sing the album version lyrics at 5:06, then Maynard comes back in and picks them up with a fade-in vocal pattern...makes the hairs on my neck stand up.
cdeez555 2 months ago
THIS SONG IS ABOUT HIM HAVING A HORRIBLE CASE OF THE HERSHEY SQUIRTS.
DONKEYASSMASTER1 3 months ago
@DONKEYASSMASTER1 lol what?
tollio1234 3 months ago
DAMN... the way Maynard gradually fades in with the "i...i...i...I..I DON'T MIND!!!!!!" Amazing... if I was there, I probably would have died
YoutoobHatesRyan 3 months ago
I don't mind.
theamerican 3 months ago
seriously..half of these views are mine. He sings so beautiful in this song
Sargatha 4 months ago
I just love those last guitar plucks after 6:30. That final harmony chord between the guitar & bass in this song is so pretty.
nembutals 4 months ago
"5:20 NO NO, NO NO NO. This is MY SONG!" - Maynard
ProjectCarTV 5 months ago
@ProjectCarTV Hahahahahaha... Would have been epic if he gave everyone the "no no" finger then proceeded to rock their faces off with his scream
joeblack6 1 month ago
This performance makes me cry like a child. Goddamn beautiful.
SouthernBasterd 6 months ago
of all the live videos ive seen of Tool at concert, this has to be one of the best performances, imo. so rich. i consider myself to be so lucky to appreciate them the way i do.
chibixaileen 6 months ago
wow, he really doesn't give a shit!
neolwyn 7 months ago
Fucking Superb
VoodooKush 7 months ago
Fuck me. I know this song for years and sill get shivers at 5:17
finlan9 7 months ago
Bloody hell. That is incredible.
pies9393 7 months ago
Holy Fuck O.o live is better then studio in my opinion, 5:06 was fucking insane
LGee89 7 months ago
It must feel really awesome to express yourself, the way MJK does. The scream at 5:25 is how i'm feeling right now in my life.
augustnegative 8 months ago
My two favorite tool songs are this and pushit. I can never decide - not that I feel I have to - but this vid makes a strong case for H.
No other band packs the emotional punch of Tool. When was the last time a metal band brought a tear to your eye?
schneider418 8 months ago
@schneider418 your so fucking right man, no other band does it
julianb92 8 months ago
The best live footage i've seen of tool.
Cribleet 8 months ago
you know who else had a middle initial that didnt stand for anything, president harry s. truman. The S. doesnt actually stand for anything its just s.
jbosu21 8 months ago
usually into like buzzbands and shit, but tool is actually pretty damn good,
holysab7 9 months ago
i didnt like it at first but in retrospect i think its kind of beautiful how the crowd sings the album version of i dont mind and the maynard kicks in perfectly right after, my god this is an awesome version kudos for sharing this one!
jbosu21 9 months ago
scorpion...great vids. all of em
1atrum 9 months ago
goosebumbs all the way
b0atje 10 months ago
I love of chord progression from 4:40 to 4:49
anybody know that that is?
ForwardUntoDawnBand 10 months ago
If this doesn't bring a tear to your eye, you have no soul.
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foulassshit 4 months ago
@ThirdEyeDilated I've been listening to H. all day. I re-read the lyrics over & over again and started crying. How I can relate so much with these lyrics I'll never know...
TriadThree 3 months ago
i like how when i saw tool they had the same stage setup, different stage and effects but the same spotlights maynard in the dark behind them, very cool
Neverdweller 10 months ago
makes me feel like I don't mind
sixsixsixpounder 10 months ago
i, i, i, i I don't MIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIND
Juice8558 10 months ago 2
what I could've done to experience this concert
Sargatha 10 months ago
venomous voice tempts me drains me believes me but leaves me cold and empty drags me down like some sweet gravity
considerately killing me
yeah i heard it was about heroin, that idea has been around since I first heard this in 96 or whatever but I am happy to know that it is not because that allows the dominant image to become that of the serpent shedding its skin and being reborn which is infinitely better than addiction because its the essence of liberation right on
ChristianelHermano 11 months ago
@ChristianelHermano could be bout both
TaOpOcLmjk462 8 months ago
iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ,,,,,,...................
black2007tl 11 months ago
his voice is so powerful
SchecterDimondSeries 11 months ago
so fuckin raw
SchecterDimondSeries 11 months ago
BEST BAND.
46ntool2 1 year ago
12 people can fade away
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Does anyone know the meaning behind this song? I think it is one of the most beautifully Orchestrated songs I have ever heard.
21tooltj 1 year ago
Does anyone know the meaning behind this song? I think it is one of the most beautifully Orchestrated songs I have ever heard.
21tooltj 1 year ago
@21tooltj some believe it is a reference to heroin. the lyrics are fucking amazing
rayneroseren 11 months ago
@rayneroseren that is amazing, do you know if it is more along the addiction power of heroin, or the journey on the drug itself? thanks for the insight.
tooltj21 11 months ago
@tooltj21 if I had to guess, i would say the journey being on the drug and maybe even the power it has over ones body. either way, just fantastic imagery.
rayneroseren 11 months ago
@rayneroseren The song isn't about heroin, it's about (or has to do with) Maynard's son Devo H Keenan.
nedak 11 months ago
@rayneroseren The song isn't about heroin, it's about (or has to do with) Maynard's son Devo H Keenan.
nedak 11 months ago
@nedak I disagree. but whatever. it's not really important as I didn't write the song and Maynard has never given a definitive answer. I just enjoy it. :)
rayneroseren 11 months ago
@rayneroseren You don't have to disagree, but you're wrong. MJK said it himself that it's about his son Devo H Keenan.
nedak 11 months ago
@rayneroseren It's about his son, not heroin.
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kiriranxielo 1 year ago
5:20 ...chills every time. So powerful. So awesome.
BeliefsAreDangerous 1 year ago
Last night I dreamt that someone did a hip-hop cover of this song. I had to come and watch this video to clean out my brain...*shudder*
schneider418 1 year ago 2
fade away.
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kiriranxielo 1 year ago
ii iii II IIIII Coolest stage settup. Fits the music just right.
Pujabie 1 year ago
as far as musicians go these guys are incredible and live they dont miss a note I like how maynard always hides in the shadows
CellpanTV 1 year ago
What I love about Tool's music is there is always a surface meaning, and then a deeper one hidden beneath double endendres. Many people have thought of this song as describing a heroin addiction, but also a recurring cycle of parental abuse and a father's fears of beating his own newborn son. Why can't more modern rock music be like this?
This has to be one of the absolute best songs they ever wrote and its a fucking shame they never play it anymore, but I guess they have their own reasons.
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fuck just so you know this has nothing to do with beating a newborn son, god its him seeing his reflection in his girl or maybe even a mirror. addiction, heartbreak, take your pic. not beatin a baby, pushit talks about choking an infant but i think thats a metaphor for himself or someone who is acting like a baby. DOUCHEbag
foulassshit 4 months ago
I could have cried then.. I should have cried then ;)
Zitroneengel 1 year ago
Have any of you guys heard about them recording any new stuff?
samsjd 1 year ago
@samsjd I've heard they've started writing on some new stuff, since it's Tool's 20 year anniversary (I think), although it could just be some rumor, but there's a video of Danny Carey mentioning it in a sneaky monkey way though, so I don't know really, they tend to keep out of media's reach when it comes to things like that : )
But it would be swell if they actually did, since, well... Tool is THE greatest after all :P
XxAlmsivixX 1 year ago
11 people need 2 be taken off this earth!
zstire 1 year ago
definitely a dark song that will shed some light on a lot of people's habits and lifestyles. This performance is beyond words, it expresses everything it should be and more.
Mzler1387 1 year ago
GREATNESS!!!!! I DON'T MIIIIIINNNNNNNNNDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD!!!!
black2007tl 1 year ago
Such amazing energy
Oscgren8de 1 year ago
I wish the quality was better.
Cell phone vids blow.
FattyArbuckle1981 1 year ago
I've never seen H live or seen of a video of it, so I was unaware of that crowd-interaction bit. It blew me away.
neelshiv 1 year ago
Im seein Tool for the 1st time on the 25th!!! Cant wait! God I hope they play this!
nolson4062 1 year ago
Hey thanks for all your Tool videos-these are amazing-camerawork and sound close to perfect. Really encapsulates the live experience.
brwneyedgurl82 1 year ago
@brwneyedgurl82 this is nothing like the live experience, this is why they don't like people taping shows cause people think they're getting the experience of being there even though actually being there is 100000000000000000000000000x better
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@freshpickedoranges Well of course you're right, I've seen them live 3 times, (about to be 4 on June 25!!!!!!!!!). i guess I was just saying that out of the thousands of live Tool videos on here, these are head and shoulders above most of them(except for the Huntingtonst vids of course). Of course nothing will ever compare to actually seeing them in person, but since they don't exactly tour a lot watching these is all I have to tide me over until I do have the honor of seeing them live.
brwneyedgurl82 1 year ago
at 5:06 when maynard didnt come in i thought huh? then when he did come in i swear every single hair stood up on my body. I'm just glad Tool is around, so I don't have to listen to un-sss un-sss un-sss or some crappy pop singer. Rock on Tool
cheesesteak93 1 year ago 2
5:06 - 5:31 Sends chills up my spine every single time I listen to it. Shame this isn't how they did the album version. Just completely eerie, and amazing.
Halbgottt 1 year ago
@Halbgottt-Yes-when he did that I seriously felt a surge of electricity go up my back. But that's the beauty of their live shows-their albums are of course genius, and I could listen to any one of their songs over and over and they never get old, but they always put a little unique twist on things when they play live-part of what makes them the most amazing live experience I've ever had.
brwneyedgurl82 1 year ago
oh my fucking god... i was at this show. it was fantastic. thank you!
VodkaVengeance420 1 year ago
I think the guitar at 4:30 to 4:50 could work as a snake charmer for those cobras in asia. Fucking awesome song
kgb31346 2 years ago
Isn't it perfect how the crowd continues to sing the album version lyrics at 5:06, then Maynard comes back in and picks them up with a fade-in vocal pattern...makes the hairs on my neck stand up.
orbas88 2 years ago 88
@orbas88 EXACTLY
PaulTwiceProductions 1 year ago
@orbas88 amazing
buzzpuppet 1 year ago
@orbas88 tell me about it, on that 5:06, i just keep playing it over and over, it just reminds you that everyone has a soul
0uterHeaven0 1 year ago 2
@orbas88 I have the exact same reaction every time I hear that part.
aj121879 1 year ago
@orbas88 shave ur neck much??
pi45 11 months ago
@orbas88 Not to mention it's one of the most powerful parts of any Tool song with the meaning and acceptance of the lyrics.
rebukeasitis 8 months ago
@orbas88 It just did that exactly thing to me right now!
artha5 6 months ago
H is much better live and the changes Maynard made are brilliant.
sirenrose666 2 years ago 4
Maynard doesn't make all of the changes dumbass. How many times does he have to say over the years that he is only 1/4 of a working unit called Tool... With over a million fans like you, I'm not surprised that they stay away from interviews.
Apenisand2eyes 2 years ago
The changes he made singing the song genius. Those are changes are they not? I'm fully aware he's not the only one that makes the decisions. Do I have to be so literal in my comment? Ok, the changes Maynard and 'everyone' made ok? Happy now? =D
sirenrose666 2 years ago 5
come on, he's the only one "tru" tool fan out there.
specialdefect00 2 years ago
Thank you. I thought I was the only person that had that point sunk in their brain. Bunch of retards on here
GhastlyKupo 2 years ago
cool out dude
kgb31346 2 years ago
5:06 I have been looking for this version for so long.
SlinkytheBison 2 years ago 2
LOOKIN TO TURN MY PISS TO WINE
lumixins 2 years ago
I dont mind :]
u4939 2 years ago
danny carey rocks. that drumming is perfect.
Toolshed76 2 years ago 2
this just wipes the floor with about 100% of the stuff thats out right now
itypewithmykneecaps 2 years ago 71
@itypewithmykneecaps oh i couldn't agree more music as a whole i am really worried about all the good bands are now either gone or about to go Tool included. and after they depart us i fear we will be left with a bunch of talentless fools. as long as shows like american idol exist there is no hope for the future of music. i count the days until it is canceled
crappy1 1 year ago
@itypewithmykneecaps Thanks... I filmed this. Checked my page for a few new videos.
CreativePixElation 1 year ago
bup bup
z3r044 2 years ago
great upload scorpion. I love this song.
jasemac88 2 years ago
Considerately killing me
nembutals 2 years ago 3
cada cancion de TOOL como esta una de mis preferidas me traen memorias...sin discucion para mi la mejor banda verdadera de musica con vibra...
drahciRpr 2 years ago 2
I've always thought of this one as a love song of sorts
bojanks15 2 years ago
H is indescribable
Lucabarzini 2 years ago
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Back when Tool were actually good and not has-beens.
23house23 2 years ago
better then a never was like you.
daweadil 2 years ago
True.
23house23 2 years ago
This song is about his son, isn't it? His son's name is Devo H. Keenan, supposedly.
relaxeder88 2 years ago 2
I believe, according to toolshed, it is about not being able to get away from someone who is dragging you down. It seems to be presented from the viewpoint of the devil on one shoulder with the angel on the other tempting you. H. is said to stand either for "half full" or "half empty"
shtungles 2 years ago
one of the best songs they ever wrote...
samus1421 2 years ago 3
I highly recommend that you look up "The Hero's Journey," and "Monomyth" if you want to see the highest level of meaning encoded in this song / album.
LadyHawkeByDay22 2 years ago
fucking awesome!!!!! I just dont hear shit like this anymore.
eelwj 2 years ago 3
i i i i i I DONT MIND!!!!!!!!!!!
WeAreEternal1223 2 years ago 3
This songs like a drug. i listen to it over and over, yet i cant get my original goosebumps
1surferchick 2 years ago
get goosebumps everytime
xyritheon 2 years ago
me too :)
purplesarah87 2 years ago 2
especially the part around 5:20 when he starts saying "hey... hey..... i dont mind". i just love the way that sounds. so much energy.
xyritheon 2 years ago 4
Indeedy! My favourite part too :D
Are you on toolarmy by any chance?
purplesarah87 2 years ago
no, im afraid not. are you? what exactly does a membership offer anyway?
xyritheon 2 years ago
Yep I'm on it, it's basically just a forum you have to pay a one off charge for, and it costs different amounts depending what merch you want with it. If you go to the toolarmy site and click through as if you are going to sign up it will show you the different price packages. The forum is quite good and you get to find out tour info and stuff first. Give me a shout if you ever sign up! :)
purplesarah87 2 years ago
Love the Ouroboros visual
chloroxjello 2 years ago
People tend to think Tool songs will be about something because they can relate to it.
Best fucking tool song ever though.
Halbgottt 2 years ago 4
I Don't Mind! That part was awesome.
patbuck2 2 years ago
This song is about whatever you want it to be about. Hence the band name TOOL... to be used as a tool
fuzhead 2 years ago 3
The song is about overcoming someone (or something) that sucks the life out of you.
navyseal646 2 years ago 2
the song is only half about drugs , his sons middle name is H. that cant be coenidence also in the song he says " THERE both totaly void of hate" so hes talking about more then one thing or person.
Squisheeman513 3 years ago
That comment would have made more sense if you had used the correct form of "they're."
Airik115 3 years ago
LOL true
Squisheeman513 3 years ago
lol, thanks for not being an ass about me saying that. =P
Airik115 3 years ago
THIS SONG IS ABOUT DRUGS
undertoes 3 years ago
no. however the meaning of this song could be from the perspective of a drug.
claywood313 3 years ago
Basically it's a song about manipulation, but like you guys I interpret it into what it means to me.
shawnhuskers 3 years ago
Maynard said this song was about a friend of his that led him in the wrong direction and down a dark path, for his friends own selfish reasons. His friend made him beleive that his intentions were good but they were for his own selfish reasons.
shawnhuskers 3 years ago
I highly recommend that you look up, "The Hero's Journey," or "monomyth" if you're interested in seeing the highest level of interpretation encoded in this song.
LadyHawkeByDay22 3 years ago
hrm?
daweadil 3 years ago
mmm awesome performance of a great song!
bendrix7 3 years ago
exactly squishie, my boy... exactly... =0)
RedRoom209 3 years ago
What a bunch of amazing musicians.
LiquidEye 3 years ago
Gave me chills!
InvaderChrissy 3 years ago
me too!
mrdylanja 3 years ago
Really powerful moment and acceptance at 5:18
rebukeasitis 3 years ago 2
When you love something, you want it and devote lots and time energy to it. However, there is some kind of obstacle blocking you from actually achieving or getting the thing you love. You realize that the obstacle is impossible to overcome. But you desire the "thing" so much that you "don't mind", even though you really do. Obsessing over the thing you love but can't have destroys your motivation for other more realistic things... considerately killing you.
IMO
I dont wanna be too specific
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musicman1783 3 years ago
I feel enlightened. I never really understood exactly what the song meant.
Halbgottt 3 years ago
good analogy! but to be honest i saw it a different way. i guess thats what tool's about; its open to interpretation
i thought of it in terms of america. the snake he speaks of is looking for celestial advances; a selfish government. a government which forms a system thats ways lead you to act a certain way, a way that leads the government to punish you later- using the justice of the american judicial system
???- "considerately killing me"
just another analogy, once again. great clip!
Normandytheband 3 years ago
that was powerfull dude shit :)
ced120 3 years ago
awesome
patcha80 3 years ago
5:18 i got chills
drumbum9252 3 years ago
I was just reading some comments from people and i'm seeing negative comments about other people's interpretations of the song. I think that is really funny considering I think Maynard would be one of the first people to welcome differing opinions about what the song is about. After all that is why they didn't list the lyrics in their CD artwork and books in the first place. Let's keep it positive. To keep it simple, Analyzing good, useless criticizing not good. There is no right answer here.
aj121879 3 years ago 4
I agree with you 100%, there is so much bullshit that people write on comments that has nothing to do with what the video is actually about, great vid, great band, that's my opinion, and that's what the comments should be about, not race or politics, but what we feel like is worth the time out of our precious lives to watch
shawnhuskers 3 years ago
AMENto that. Anyway i think this song has more then one meaning , im sure manyard would want it to mean what ever u connect it with in your life. i get the feeling hes that typ of guy };)
Squisheeman513 3 years ago
Maynard is in my opinion, the best rock singer by far, finally got to see him live on mothers day 2yrs ago and when he sang wings for marie, he said this ones for you mom, and man I tell you with the laser show and everything, it's a once in a lifetime experience
shawnhuskers 3 years ago
yeah maynard and freddy merc
dascatigno 3 years ago
If you absolutely had to chose though, would you pick maynard or merc ?
shawnhuskers 3 years ago
I like maynard more but I think they're equally talented.
dascatigno 3 years ago
5:00 to 5:30, amazing.
SofterTako 3 years ago
Yet another youtuber giving praise to the best part of the song..."I...I...I...I...I...I...I don't mind!!" Lucky bastard gettin 2 see him ad lib like that live, it gives me absolute chills everytime i watch it. Awesome video man :)
PhillipMilne23 3 years ago
Yeah, this song the live version even more so is just plain eerie. Would be pretty awesome if Tool did a sort of Salival like thing and put abunch of live performances together.
Cheers.
Halbgottt 3 years ago
the crowd chanting "i don't mind" gave me chills just now..
paradoxpersonified 3 years ago 2
WOW
proctorsurf420 3 years ago 2
I am too connected to you
To slip away, fade away
Days away I still feel you
Touching me, changing me
Considerately killing me
ibexr88 3 years ago 3
one of the best songs ever made
gray786 3 years ago 5
I gave this one 5 stars too.
daweadil 3 years ago 2