Forty Six & 2

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About Forty Six & 2

"Forty Six & 2" is a song by the American progressive metal band Tool. It was released as the fourth single from their second major record release Ænima in 1996 and received radio airplay.


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1996
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My shadow's shedding skin and
I've been picking Scabs again
I'm down, digging through my old muscles
Looking for a clue
I've been crawling on my belly
Clearing out what could've been
I've been wallowing in my own confused
And insecure Delusions
For a piece to cross me over
Or a word to guide me in
I wanna feel the changes coming down
I wanna know what I've been hiding

In my shadow
My shadow
Change is coming through my shadow
In my shadow
Shedding skin
I've been picking
My scabs again

I've been crawling on my belly
Clearing out what could've been
I've been wallowing in my own chaotic
And insecure delusions
I wanna feel the change consume me
Feel the outside turning in
I wanna feel the metamorphosis and
Cleansing I've endured within
In my shadow
My shadow
Change is coming, now is my time
Listen to my muscle memory
Contemplate what I've been clinging to
Forty-six and two ahead of me

I choose to live and to
Grow, take and give and to
Move, learn and love and to
Cry, kill and die and to
Be paranoid and to
Lie, hate and fear and to
Do what it takes to move through
I choose to live and to
Lie, kill and give and to
Die, learn and love and to
Do what it takes to step through
See my shadow changing
Stretching up and over me
Soften this old armor
Hoping I can clear the way
By stepping through my shadow
Coming out the other side
Step into the shadow
Stretching up and over me

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Tool is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1990, the group's line-up includes drummer Danny Carey, bassist Justin Chancellor, guitarist Adam Jones, and vocalist Maynard James Keenan. more »

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Written by: Adam Jones, Daniel Carey, Justin Gunner Chancellor, Maynard James Keenan

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10 facts about this song

Album Details
"Forty Six & 2" is a song by American progressive rock band Tool. It is the fifth track from their second studio album, Ænima, which was released in 1996.
Song Meaning
The track title, "Forty Six & 2", refers to an idea from Jungian psychology about reaching a state of evolution at which a person has 48 chromosomes rather than the usual 46. The idea was proposed by Dr. Carl Jung and inspired by the work of Drunvalo Melchizedek.
Band Member Contributions
The song was written by band members Danny Carey, Justin Chancellor, Adam Jones, and Maynard James Keenan.
Complexity and Presentation
"Forty Six & 2" is one of Tool's longer tracks, running for 6 minutes and 2 seconds. It's known for its complex and layered sound, catchy bassline, and powerful, emotional vocals.
Drumming Excellence
Drummer Danny Carey utilized complex polyrhythms and a double bass drum setup to maximize the impact of the song's percussive elements.
Chart Performance
Although "Forty Six & 2" was not released as a single, it remains one of the band's most popular songs. It frequently features in their live sets and is a fan favorite.
Inspiring Cover Versions
The song gained renewed attention in 2013 when a cover performed by a bunch of school children under the direction of music teacher Aaron O'Keefe went viral on YouTube.
Spiritual Concepts
The song explores concepts such as shadow and ego death in its lyrics, reflecting the band's interest in philosophy, spirituality, and personal growth.
Recognition
"Forty Six & 2" is recognized as a great example of the band's musical prowess and depth of lyrical content, solidifying their reputation as one of the defining progressive rock bands of their generation.
Use in Media
The song was featured in the television show "Paranormal State," further expanding its reach to a broader audience.

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