Half the World
Rush
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Half the world hates What half the world does every day Half the world waits While half gets on with it anyway Half the world lives Half the world makes Half the world gives While the other half takes Half the world is Half the world was Half the world thinks While the other half does Half the world talks With half a mind on what they say Half the world walks With half a mind to run away Half the world lies Half the world learns Half the world flies As half the world turns Half the world cries Half the world laughs Half the world tries To be the other half Half of us divided Like a torn-up photograph, Half of us are Trying To reach the other half Half the world cares While half the world is wasting the day Half the world shares While half the world is stealing away
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Written by: Alex Zivojinovich, Gary Lee Weinrib, Neil Elwood Peart
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
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12 facts about this song
Band Composition"Half the World" was released by the Canadian rock band "Rush," well-known for its members Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart.
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Album Inclusion"Half the World" is part of Rush's 16th studio album called "Test for Echo," which was released in 1996.
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Music Composition"Half the World" was composed by all three band members - Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Half the World" were written by band member and drummer Neil Peart.
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GenreThe style of “Half the World” is in line with Rush's classic progressive rock sound, blending powerful guitar riffs with intricate rhythmic patterns.
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Chart Performance"Half the World" peaked at number six on the US Billboard Mainstream Rock Track chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Half the World" features footage from various performances of the song during the "Test for Echo" tour.
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Live Performances"Half the World" has been performed live by the band many times since its release, but it was dropped from setlists following the band's 1996-1997 "Test for Echo" tour.
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ThemeThe lyrics of "Half the World" depict diverse global perspectives, showcasing the dichotomies present in society, like the difference between the East and West, or rural and urban areas.
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ReceptionDespite its moderate chart success and being dropped from live performances, "Half the World" remains a fan favorite due to its emblematic lyrical themes and classic Rush musical composition.
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Format"Half the World" was released as a CD single, and the song also appeared on the 2003 Rush compilation album "The Spirit of Radio: Greatest Hits 1974-1987".
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Inclusive MessageThe song is often acclaimed for its message promoting unity and understanding amidst a divided world.
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