Ænima (pronounced /ˈɑːnɪmə/) is the second full-length studio album by the progressive metal band Tool. It was released on October 1, 1996 in CD format and in vinyl format the week before. The album was recorded and cut at Ocean Way, Hollywood, California and The Hook, North Hollywood, California from 1995 to 1996. It was certified triple platinum by the RIAA on March 4, 2003.
The title Ænima, according to guitarist Adam Jones, is a combination of the words 'anima' (Latin for 'soul' associated the ideas of "life force" and a term often used by psychologist Carl Jung) and 'enema' the medical procedure. Another fan theory is that it relates to Ægypt, a novel recommended by the band to fans.
