Ghost of a Chance

Rush

About Ghost of a Chance

"Ghost of a Chance" is a song by the Canadian rock band Rush released as the third single from their 1991 album Roll the Bones. The single peaked at No. 2 on the U. S. Album Rocks Track chart. The lyrics focus on finding love, and as its strength over any other force. Although the song was a radio hit at the time of its release, it has rarely been performed live. It was most recently featured on the 2008 leg of the Snakes & Arrows Tour.


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1991
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Like a million little doorways
All the choices we made
All the stages we passed through
All the roles we played 

For so many different directions
Our separate paths might have turned
With every door that we opened
Every bridge that we burned 

Somehow we find each other
Through all that masquerade
Somehow we found each other
Somehow we have stayed
In a state of grace

I don't believe in destiny
Or the guiding hand of fate
I don't believe in forever
Or love as a mystical state 

I don't believe in the stars or the planets
Or angels watching from above
But I believe there's a ghost of a chance
We can find someone to love
And make it last
And make it last

Like a million little crossroads
Through the back streets of youth
Each time we turn a new corner
A tiny moment of truth 

So many different connections
Our separate paths might have made
With every door that we opened
Every game we played 

Somehow we find each other
Through all that masquerade
Somehow we found each other
Somehow we have stayed
In a state of grace

I don't believe in destiny
Or the guiding hand of fate
I don't believe in forever
Or love as a mystical state 

I don't believe in the stars or the planets
Or angels watching from above
But I believe there's a ghost of a chance
We can find someone to love
And make it last
And make it last
And make it last

I believe there's a ghost of a chance
I believe there's a ghost of a chance
We can find someone to love
And make it last
I believe there's a ghost of a chance
And make it last
I believe there's a ghost of a chance

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Rush

Rush is a Canadian rock band formed in August 1968, in the Willowdale neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario. The band is composed of bassist, keyboardist, and lead vocalist Geddy Lee, guitarist and backing vocalist Alex Lifeson, and drummer, percussionist and lyricist Neil Peart. The band and its membership went through a number of re-configurations between 1968 and 1974, achieving their iconic lineup when Peart replaced original drummer John Rutsey in July 1974, two weeks before the group's first United States tour. Rutsey's departure stemmed primarily from health concerns regarding his diabetes. In 2015 the band played their final show due to Peart's declining health. more »

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Written by: Neil Peart, Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Ghost of a Chance" is a song by Rush, a Canadian rock band formed in August 1968. This song was a part of the band's 14th studio album, “Roll the Bones,” which was released in 1991.
Lyric Composition
Lyrically, "Ghost of a Chance" is notable for its exploration of love, fate, and the existence of luck. In an interview, drummer Neil Peart mentioned that the song is about the "inevitable element of randomness" that characterizes every person's life.
Music Video
A music video was released to promote "Ghost of a Chance." It was compiled from a variety of live performances during the band’s Roll the Bones tour, creating an engaging visual document of the band's tour.
Song Theme
The song encapsulates a uniting theme of love in the band's work, where it portrays love as something that prevails even amidst the chaos of life and not just a simple 'brain chemistry'.
Album Reception
The album "Roll the Bones" was a commercial success not just within Canada, but internationally as well. It climbed to the #3 position on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States.
Members Contribution
Rush consists of Geddy Lee on bass and vocals, Alex Lifeson on guitars, and Neil Peart on drums and percussions. All contributed significantly to the song and the album.
Unique Style
"Ghost of a Chance" showcases the band's unique style, combining elements of prog-rock with a more mainstream rock sound.
Critical Review
Critics have praised "Ghost of a Chance" for its philosophical lyrics and standout instrumentation, demonstrating the band's renowned technical proficiency.
Band Philosophy
In "Ghost of a Chance," Rush continues its long-standing philosophy of using music to ask the big questions. It's a trait that has endeared them to many fans.
Musical Influence
Even though Rush officially retired in 2018, songs like "Ghost of a Chance" remain influential, continuing to inspire and motivate rock musicians.

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