You Lied

You Lied

From Tool's 2000 album Salival, 'You Lied' stands as a quintessential example of the band's progressive metal and alternative rock fusion. The track features the signature layered vocal harmonies and complex time signatures characteristic of the group's discography during this era. Lyrically, the song explores themes of betrayal and emotional manipulation, delivered with a raw intensity that defines their later work. As a recording from the early 2000s, it showcases the band's ability to blend technical proficiency with atmospheric soundscapes, cementing their reputation as innovators in the genre. The song remains a staple of their catalog, reflecting the band's continued evolution while maintaining the core identity established in previous albums like Aenima and Undertow.