2112 [DVD]

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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 »


Year:
2006
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"The massive gray walls of the temples rise from the
Heart of every federation city. I have always been awed
By them, to think that every single facet of every life is
Regulated and directed from within.  Our books, our music,
Our work and play are all looked after by the benevolent
Wisdom of the priests"

We've taken care of everything
The words you hear the songs you sing
The pictures that give pleasure to your eyes
It's one for all and all for one
We work together common sons
Never need to wonder how or why 

We are the priests of the Temples of Syrinx
Our great computers fill the hallowed halls
We are the priests of the Temples of Syrinx
All the gifts of life are held within our walls 

Look around this world we made
Equality our stock in trade
Come and join the Brotherhood of Man
Oh what a nice contented world
Let the banners be unfurled
Hold the Red Star proudly high in hand 

We are the priests of the Temples of Syrinx
Our great computers fill the hallowed halls
We are the priests of the Temples of Syrinx
All the gifts of life are held within our walls

"Behind my beloved waterfall, in the little 
Room that was hidden beneath the cave, 
I found it. I brushed away the dust of the years, 
And picked it up, holding it reverently in
My hands. I had no idea what it might be, but it was
Beautiful" 

"I learned to lay my fingers across the wires, and to turn
The keys to make them sound differently. As I struck the
Wires with my other hand, I produced my first harmonious
Sounds, and soon my own music.  How different it could
Be from the music of the Temples,  I can't wait to tell the
Priests about it"

What can this strange device be?
When I touch it, it gives forth a sound
It's got wires that vibrate and give music
What can this thing be that I found? 

See how it sings like a sad heart
And joyously screams out its pain
Sounds that build high like a mountain
Or notes that fall gently like rain 

I can't wait to share this new wonder
The people will all see its light
Let them all make their own music
The priests praise my name on this night 

"In the sudden silence as I finished playing, I looked up
To a circle of grim, expressionless faces. Father Brown
Rose to his feet, and his somnolent voice echoed
Throughout the silent Temple Hall"

"Instead of the grateful joy that I expected, they were
Words of quiet rejection! Instead of praise, sullen
Dismissal. I watched in shock and horror as Father Brown
Ground my precious instrument to splinters beneath his
Feet"

I know it's most unusual
To come before you so
But I've found an ancient miracle
I thought that you should know 

Listen to my music
And hear what it can do
There's something here as strong as life
I know that it will reach you 

Yes, we know it's nothing new
It's just a waste of time
We have no need for ancient ways
The world is doing fine 

Another toy will help destroy
The elder race of man
Forget about your silly whim
It doesn't fit the plan 

I can't believe you're saying
These things just can't be true
Our world could use this beauty
Just think what we might do 

Listen to my music
And hear what it can do
There's something here as strong as life
I know that it will reach you 

Don't annoy us further
We have our work to do
Just think about the average
What use have they for you? 

Another toy will help destroy
The elder race of man
Forget about your silly whim
It doesn't fit the plan 

"I guess it was a dream, but even now it all seems so
Vivid to me. Clearly yet I see the beckoning hand of the
Oracle as he stood at the summit of the staircase"

"I see still the incredible beauty of the sculptured cities
And the pure spirit of man revealed in the lives and works
Of this world. I was overwhelmed by both wonder and
Understanding as I saw a completely different way to life,
A way that had been crushed by the federation long ago. I
Saw now how meaningless life had become with the loss
Of all these things"

I wandered home though the silent streets
And fell into a fitful sleep
Escape to realms beyond the night
Dream can't you show me the light? 

I stand atop a spiral stair
An oracle confronts me there
He leads me on light years away
Through astral nights, galactic days 

I see the works of gifted hands
That grace this strange and wondrous land
I see the hand of man arise
With hungry mind and open eyes 

They left the planet long ago
The elder race still learn and grow
Their power grows with purpose strong
To claim the home where they belong
Home, to tear the temples down, home, to change

"I have not left this cave for days now, it has become
My last refuge in my total despair. I have only the music of
The waterfall to comfort me now. I can no longer live
Under the control of the federation, but there is no other
Place to go. My last hope is that with my death I may pass
Into the world of my dream, and know peace at last"

The sleep is still in my eyes
The dream is still in my head
I heave a sigh and sadly smile
And lie a while in bed
I wish that it might come to pass
Not fade like all my dreams 

Just think of what my life might be
In a world like I have seen
I don't think I can carry on
Carry on this cold and empty life
Oh no, my spirits are low in the depths of despair
My lifeblood spills over

Attention all planets of the solar federation
Attention all planets of the solar federation
Attention all planets of the solar federation

We have assumed control
We have assumed control
We have assumed control

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Written by: Alex Zivojinovich, Gary Lee Weinrib, Neil Elwood Peart

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