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[@daviddelollis245]

I'm just going to throw this out there...As man who has been a Rush fan for over forty five years going through life, you are the woman we always wanted in life.... A woman who really gets it about Rush. Please take this as the complement it is meant to be.

[@TheRushlimbo1969]

Preach

[@stevelennox8575]

Ditto

[@williamadkins2170]

Since 77 for me

[@aaroninwinamacpsn5589]

When we feel control is beyond our grasp, we get scared which in turn makes us angry. As a caregiver for my parents I became angry when each one passed. I did what I could but couldn't control death. I still wonder if I could have done more and the anger returns. I'm now at a place where I accept that I tried my best to do all in my power over those fourteen years. But you can tell this was written when those emotions were still raw.

[@lisaharrison1031]

Another RUSH chick here. I was 16 when Caress Of Steel was released and I heard the Fountain Of Lamneth and I was hooked. I am now 66 and I still listen to them EVERYDAY. My husband and I went to almost 30 RUSH shows together throughout the years. I can’t imagine being married to a man that doesn’t love RUSH as much as I do. We’re a perfect fit and have been married for over 36 years!!!! RUSH CHICKS ROCK!!!! 🤘🎶💜😊

[@Alberto_1965_BR]

"Suddenly, you were gone From all the lives you left your mark upon" Rest in Power, Neil. Sadly gone too soon

[@lindaward5376]

Yes, Robbie Whelan, whom Neil wrote this song about, wasn't just a sound engineer who worked closely with them on Permanent Waves, Moving Pictures, and Signals; he was also a close friend to all three band members, who taught Neil how to cross-country ski, and the two of them would often ski to work in the studio together. Whenever Neil did lyrical breakdowns of GUP in interviews, he'd often skip it because the memories of Robbie's sudden passing in a car accident were too raw and too painful, but here's what Alex had to say about him: "This guy was so together, it was amazing. He really knew everything that was going on there; he was a wonderful person who loved life to the fullest." I have always appreciated how accurately Geddys voice reflected the feelings that Neil was struggling to express in his lyrics, and here, he perfectly captured the shock and anger of suddenly losing such a close friend and colleague. Have a beautiful evening, and Rush on! 🎤 🎹 🎸 🥁 🎸 🐐 🐐 🐐

[@paulwilkinson8308]

Thanks for sharing. I’ve been a fan since their debut album and never knew that.

[@FatToFitAfterFifty-vy8dy]

Thanks for the back story. This is, of course, a touching song. Personalizing it is appreciated. Very powerful. Very deep. I feel your presence. I feel the way you would

[@ChrisLegner-qp1yh]

Thanks for the well written background.

[@lionoftwo]

damn i didn't know that :/ thank you

[@hemispheresamusements7484]

He was hands down the best at what he did. It showed in those three albums.

[@drumsybatabamboom8022]

Rip Robbie Whelan. Engineer at Le Studio who died in a car wreck.

[@danielyohannes2281]

Next month will be 22 years since my wife and I lost our first son to a brain aneurism. No symptoms. No warning. It feels like 22 minutes ago. I've been angry for 22 years. I FEEL it. Trust me.

[@brettmarlar4154]

I would say that this song would very accurately depict the angry stage of the grieving process. Awesome analysis!! Alex's chrodal soloing, I feel, is greatly overlooked. One of the things that makes him the underrated guitar virtuoso that he is.

[@afbill4219]

When I became a Rush fan, as a teenager in the 80s, the biggest thing that people stated as to why they didn't like Rush was Geddy's voice. It's amazing to me that years later people are actually saying that they like his voice. To me it's a testament to how good they really are. People are now realizing that Rush was something special.

[@lionoftwo]

I always loved Ged's voice...but I started to reallllllly love it in the 80's...dude can sing...what a talented guy...reading his auto rn...I love Rush...since 84 i think when i was a youngin'

[@kelvinmann1058]

This one tears us all up Red, it was like Neil wrote about how we would all react to his passing years before it happened, while writing about his feelings for the loss of his friend 💔 😢 😭

[@toddashton9696]

Afterimage gets me every time. Its especially evident in Neil's performance, you can see the emotional strain and how Geddy sings NOOO! at the end.. Great reaction.

[@gregcormier2379]

This song makes you appreciate loved ones and how when they pass they leave their mark on us both spiritually and emotionally. Take time to love those around you and cherish every moment of every day !

[@texassendero4901]

I have always felt anger because I couldn't do anything to prevent it ❤❤ And some at the medical establishment for not know what the left hand is doing from the right 😠😠😠😠Red you have such an awesome way of handling these songs that drag out your past and your emotions you are not only beautiful but the strongest woman I have ever seen that's why I adore you❤❤❤#reaction #rush #rushreaction #geddylee #alexlifeson #neilpeart #redheadedneighbor #bestreactor #redsarmy #beautifulfuncountrygirl #heartofgoldwithmetalinhersoul #bestbadjokes #36K

[@EchoesDaBear]

Great reaction my lady! This was the very song that came to mind on hearing of Neil's passing. That first line is what was written in the liner notes of their Different Stages Live release in tribute to Neil's wife and daughter's passing - there is sadness & heartache attached to this track...but it's such great piece - it absolutely rocks! RIP Robbie Whelan (for whom this was written), Neil, Jackie & Selena... "Suddenly you were gone...of all the lives you left your mark upon..."

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

Your second sentence, ditto! And GUP was my first listen after his passing.

[@ChronicExcessiveManliness]

The depth, the humanity, the sincerity and genuineness, plus the obvious musical talent...best band, ever.

[@schafn]

I know this is a heavy song but...these old videos always make me chuckle just a little because this was such a transitionary time for the band. They were transitioning from the kids they were in the 70's to the successful adult musicians of the 80's. They were also still struggling with the new video era and the choices that medium forced on artists. Neil was still super fit because this was the heart of his bicycling days. He had cut his hair and trimmed the mustache. He looks so clean cut in this era. Alex was sporting the Flock of Seagulls hair style. I don't think I need to say any more about that. Geddy had the nicely feathered hair that we 80's kids all strived for. He was also so, so very earnest in the videos from this period. All the band was. This was before they kind of said, "This video crap isn't our bag. Let's just be ourselves instead of what this annoying director is telling us to do". That's obviously not a direct quote but I think it captures the thoughts of the guys when they looked back at this time.

[@michaelbriefs9764]

Redhead, thank you for helping me get through one of the worst days of my life. Bless you.

[@barrycooke5693]

Just thank you. My afterimage lives on, even though she's gone.

[@KevinDobson-k3q]

Love this Rush song ❤❤❤

[@Derideo]

Rush is life personified.

[@TheJosep70]

I had never noticed this, but after Ged says 'I feel the way you would' in the chorus, Alex's guitar seems to scream the same thing.

[@freefall8243]

This album was my introduction to Rush. I’ve played it thousands of times. It hit me in the sweet spot as an angry, thoughtful teen, understanding that some things can’t be understood. Between the Wheels was my favorite track, but I honestly never skipped any track while listening to Grace Under Pressure. ❤️

[@adam872]

My introduction as well and what you wrote almost word for word was my experience too.

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

Grace Under Pressure was the first Rush album I listened to after Neil's passing. This particular song had popped into my mind.

[@DavidLueck]

Top 20 Rush song for me...i cry every damn time i listen to it...pretty good barometer as to quality of the song! Thanks for the reminder to listen to this more often 😅

[@mattmid7012]

💕 What a great song. So many songs with a sad subject matter have that upbeat fun sound to them. I often wonder if it's a subconscious thing when writing it or deliberate.

[@neuralmassman]

Best neighbour ever! Hi from Montreal, love your reactions ! Big Rush, Dream Theater, Genesis etc fan. 💅

[@redheadedneighbor]

Wow, thank you

[@robchehowski4281]

These lyrics went through my head when I first heard about Neil's passing. Wrecked me.

[@MikesVegas]

I didn’t care for GRACE UNDER PRESSURE when it was released, but I can’t get enough of it now ! 😎

[@williamadkins2170]

Bless you Redheaded neighbor. With a sudden unexpected loss there are many emotions.

[@patrickmcevoy5080]

The sounds on this album were a real departure for Rush. Some fans list it as one of their least favorites, but I put it towards the top. Alex especially was experimenting with fantastic new textures, and doing solos that were based around chords as much as single lines. Wonderful stuff on every level here.

[@ChrisLegner-qp1yh]

An outstanding track. And a very underrated album in Rush's discography. Beautiful reaction.

[@peartfaldo]

This was the first tour i saw them on. It was $14.50. The CD is in my car right now. Between the Wheels is a must listen from this album. Peace;-)

[@tylerbailey9329]

My dad has had motor neuron disease for the past year, so it's basically guaranteed curtains at some point. More and more I've come to appreciate the raw heart wrenching beauty and sincere expression of grief in this song, even if my own grief is preemptive. This track speaks directly to my soul right now, even more than most Rush songs.

[@ricosuave6373]

Red.. I love Rush.. ❤️ Your amazing for finally snapping out of your old funk! 😂 I wanna be your neighbor now for loving Rush! 😊

[@JasonSmith-jr7jh]

I want to be her Hired Hand.

[@philipesterle6409]

A song of profound grief...and to think...he wrote this several years before losing his daughter and wife in a short time span. Neil's novel "Ghost Rider" recalls that time.

[@williamadkins2170]

My wife passed very suddenly at home in 2015. I've been a RUSH fan since 77

[@douglaskelly6147]

My first wife passed in 2005 suddenly as well. Took me years to want to listen to this song again. Prayers friend and wishing you well on your healing 🙏🏽❤️‍🩹

[@leemcintyre3943]

The whole acidic vibe of this album resonated with me. I lost my father a few days before the release. It had the artistry that we shared and the angst that I needed. Keep up the good work!

[@michaelschroeck2254]

I think we all collectively gave you a great big hug.

[@paulwilkinson8308]

I hear the songs that I’ve listened to almost daily since they were released, yet your reaction makes them even more powerful. Like re-discovering them again. Thanks Red❤❤❤

[@dalemcmillan7231]

More great Rush!!❤ 🇨🇦 Sending Rush vibes from Canada 🇨🇦 Been a huge fan since l saw them in a club here in Ontario Canada in early 1974 with original drummer John Rutsey 🇨🇦

[@philstone3859]

Your raw emotions are perfectly fine. You are sincere, that’s what makes you a great RUSH fan and excellent reactor. 🙂

[@jamesp2719]

Such emotions and they way Neil just bows his head at the end is so touching, goosebumps every time, your best reaction

[@debbieplato5107]

There is such anguish in Geddy's voice. This is a very powerful tribute.

[@hemispheresamusements7484]

I absolutely love and cherish this song. Just another masterpiece

[@eventhorizon2218]

Everything RUSH did was a masterpiece. They never conformed to the corrupt system, and made their own path. I miss them so much.

[@mightyV444]

I love your authenticity and encourage you to not try to suppress genuine feelings! Obviously this song triggered something within you that had been waiting to come to the surface, and the way to let that go is through crying. This process also is called 'Purging', and I've been doing a ton of it myself, since my Spiritual Awakening nine years ago. The latest time only this morning, and fittingly, when I had to think of a good friend who'd passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the end of last year. My username actually is the nickname he'd given me 😊

[@charlesm7065]

Awesome choice, this is fabulous, thanks for playing and thanks to whoever suggested it 👍

[@raskolqqq]

You are thoughtful and have a beautiful soul. Thanks for sharing your time with us.

[@stephenbracka2270]

Greetings from San Diego's resident Rushoholic. "Afterimage" is from the 10th Rush studio album GRACE UNDER PRESSURE from 1984 which contains songs with sad and dark tones. GUP is the first album after Rush parted company with Terry Brown who was their co producer from rhe beginning. Thus, what we have here is the start of another of the numerous phases of their career. Neil looked at the finish the way he usually did when the lights and camera stayed on him. He also may have helped Marlborough's bottom line since he smoked up to a point then quit for years and then was sneaking cigarettes toward the end of his life. I'll take this opportunity to send a shout out to the producer of the video. The insert cuts of the Victorian Era scenes were filmed separately. I have counted 5 cameras given the number of cuts on the band running the song through. One is just filming Neil from the left and that camera is also slightly behind him on that side in a separate cut. There must have been 3 separate camera dollies on a semicircular track wrapping around the front ofAlex and Geddy. That track may have displaced Geddy's keyboards. Did you notice how you never saw those keys and bass pedals that are so much a part of the sound in this song? His bass guitar isn't a part and it wasn't slung over his shoulder. I hope he wasn't pantpmiming the keys! There was a dolly cam on him and 2 on Alex for his solo. The 3rd dolly cam must've been on an elevating platform and craned down on Neil from above. It's a great shot that comes as Geddy finishes the 2nd chorus and "Afterimage" goes into a short breakdown. And, of course, there's that single extended cut going from the start and that camera tracks the guys one at a time while pushing in and pulling away and simultaneously changing focus and panning. Notice how the shot doesn't cut until Geddy almost finishes the 1st chorus with the camera pushed close to his face. On an unrelated note, back when Rush were touring in support of GUP I was visiting family in New York City and happened to be walking past Radio City Music Hall one day when their tour was setting up for their show that night, but the marquis also told me the show was sold out. Anyway, I had to keep going out of Manhattan and get back to Queens. Okay, Red. I've typed enough. Stay classy...

[@stevenschembri1288]

Can you say the word "Masterpiece"? That's what this song is. Magnificent!

[@pablozee6359]

This really is kind of a unique video where they deliberately chose not to mask their emotions. The anger and grief are felt through the intensity of their playing and on their faces, not just in the lyrics. Powerful song.

[@danjmcs]

Whew... definitely one that has that extra meaning since the loss of The Professor - "Suddenly - You were gone, From all the lives You left your mark upon". That opening set of lyrics always takes me back to the day we heard about the loss of Neil and the shock... not seeing it coming at all and how long it came to terms with the loss. The wonderful Rush podcast family I found during the covid period with the "Something for Nothing" podcast guys and guests and how it let me know it wasn't just me taking the loss so hard and having to work through it.

[@eldonb402]

First listening to this song at fourteen, I didn't realize forty years on, the song would move me in a different way.

[@mdu2112]

Absolutely an all-time favourite of mine. 🎉🔥🔥🔥😎❤️🇨🇦

[@edwardfuerst1143]

It's okay, me too.

[@mikeholmes5308]

Agree on the tone, Red, there's anger there. And it's impactful, yes.

[@Humb7757]

What more to say!! Thanks Neil !! So emotional song! 😢

[@offroadhusky]

Keeping grace under all that pressure

[@jasonbeallie5535]

My mother died in 2019. This song always reminds me of her.

[@sarastromseth-troy3323]

interesting that you mention seeing the anger as well as the sadness expressed on their faces and through their music; I noticed that, as well, when I recently came across this video (as a fairly new Rush fan). That said, this song is so powerful and raw. One of my favorites from their so-called 'synth era.'

[@WillyAffentranger-jb1oi]

You look soooooo nice with your suit in blue, because you know i've learnd fashion for three years in ibach-schwyz, switzerland, the headquater of victorinox knives, founded 1897 in ibach with 10 people. Actually there work more then 1100 employers in ibach. It's swiss made, because over 80 procent are made in switzerland.

[@lionoftwo]

Something about the 6:00 mark onward that gets me...the synth part is haunting...almost depressing (as the song is) One of may fav Rush songs.

[@wsbmikey]

This is now one of my favs...

[@trenken]

In their live album different stages, they quotes these first couple lines in the album artwork after neils wife and daughter died.

[@offroadhusky]

Rush moves all is so many brilliant ways.

[@mightyV444]

And regarding this song: No, not a _really_ old one but from '84. And it actually was the second Rush song I'd ever heard! 😀 Together with the rest of the 'Grace Under Pressure' album, in '89 and on which it is song #2. And already its opener, 'Distant Early Warning', had me hooked on them. And also for life, as it would turn out 😊 And in _my_ opinion, Geddy's voice had been at its absolute peak on this album and the one that followed ('Power Windows') 😍 I've never been massively keen on young Geddy's ultra-high vocals, to be honest 😅

[@KimDuty-i8e]

I swear Neil could see into the future.

[@claudiorancagua]

al final del video, da la impresion que baja su cabeza muy emocionado

[@billwoods9302]

When you stopped to look at Neil, you could probably see why Geddy and Alex called him the professor. It had nothing to do with his literacy or intelligence, but was a reference to how much he looked like the professor on the old TV show Gilligan's Island. This is the era where Neil shaved his moustache and got a haircut (except for the little ponytail), and the nickname totally makes sense.

[@Buasop]

You're right; Neil was still in the anger phase when he wrote it. I have no doubt.

[@adam872]

This is a favourite track of mine and one that over the last few years has taken on a whole new meaning. It's an incredibly powerful song, both musically and lyrically. We feel you bro.

[@philipwhigham7386]

You are right. In the psychology of grief, Dianne Kubler-Ross states there is denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. It is important that a person experience all 5 stages to truly complete the grieving process and be mentally healthy. Love your sincere emotional reactions.

[@michaelkeller6223]

I always interpreted Alex’s solo as showing some of these dimensions, particularly how grief can lie dormant just below the surface and then bubble up powerfully when triggered and when least expected. (The additional bars in the instrumental leading into the jagged chordal solo).

[@goldenretrieverdad]

Absolutely beautiful reaction! You get it pretty lady!

[@timmaytee]

Leave your mark on our lives Red.,,This one was from Grace Under pressure.

[@miguelbotelho2613]

Loved this whole album. This was the tour I saw my first Rush concert on. Actually this video was not shown on Much Music in Canada, or MTV , Amazing song though.

[@ZIG4ZAG20]

Same. First tour for me as well.🤘🖖✌️🎸🥁🎹🎤

[@robertsonwilliams8650]

The whole grace under pressure album is a great listen..

[@obiwanbenobi4943]

Yes, every album they made was part of their whole and a part of my soul (even if I'm not a mystical person).

[@paulweiss3818]

Yes, we have lost a treasure. Thank you for understanding.

[@philstone3859]

I’m usually faster to get to RUSH Wednesday, but stuff is going on you know? 🇺🇸 This is off of the Grace Under Pressure album. Good album and again different. It’s a nice snapshot of them and us at the time. I saw this tour of course and I really like the album cover art. Very unique time in RUSH history. It’s got The Body Electric, a song you have to do! It’s about a self aware robot who’s freaking out. Now imagine THAT as a RUSH song. 1001001……🤖!

[@johnord684]

Rush 1981 moving pictures tour Montreal...................The Trees / Xanadu ......live.The greatest Rush experience you will ever see ,and i saw it live(in Edinburgh Scotland ) i was 14 in 1981 when i saw this ,it changed my life,and i saw them in 79 on the spheres tour when i was 11,but this,wow.

[@philf4086]

Yep, this is a good one. From a rather dark album overall. Top 10 Rush for me....

[@MARSHOMEWORLD]

That was rough. I haven't thought about this song and so very long and seeing it all these years later and thinking about all my friends who've passed let alone The Genius of Neil Peart who's not with us anymore that was rough

[@joesixpack8305]

It wasn't a little bit angry. It was a lotta bit angry. Of course, anger is a very big part of losing someone and it's written all over Neil's face and in his words. He doesn't sugar coat anything. He's angry. Very angry. We've all felt this way. Reminds me of The Pass when he spent a verse telling us what we don't want to hear (again, no sugar coating)... No hero in your tragedy No daring in your escape No salutes for your surrender Nothing noble in your fate Neil was a master at writing what others are afraid to write about. It's important so that we don't feel alone in our thoughts.

[@obiwanbenobi4943]

This song fits GUP so well too beyond all the other comments here about the song and the lyrics.

[@hughcdavies]

I find it difficult to listen to this track and the entire Grace under Pressure album as it coincided with my own father's death. Suddenly he was gone. Nearly 40 years later I still dream/have nightmares about what I could of done for him. But the world was a very different place then.

[@texassendero4901]

prayers

[@edgarpacifico3421]

This song is amazing!

[@KimDuty-i8e]

It’s ok to cry. Let it out.

[@umbluegray1]

Rush and Star Trek in 1 channel! And from a woman, no less! Can't get much better than this.

[@danielmoeller8457]

There is a reason why Rush is such a "cult", loved band. Especially for men (yes, we love women that love them too!) Us men are not supposed to show feelings but Rush was always a soundtrack to life, everyones life. They let us know we were ok, and not weird. They were about issues we all went and are going through and let us know we were not alone. They were about relatable stuff that would give you a chill, a feeling that they were talking directly to you. A good writer does not write to the world, that writer writes to one person and by doing that, they can open up fully and honestly. To the reader or listeners, it is personal. I never knew that some of the best writers, would write to their sister, or their parents, or their best friend, telling them a story, a sorrow or a feeling. Neil got that, he may have not been writing it to you, but as a human, you relate immediately to him. And their playing adds so much to that, it is feeling, it is heart, and is totally relatable.

[@JRTrilling]

Wow never thought of Neil as the "Marlboro Man" before....hmmmm

[@patcandelora8496]

Yeah I know. Neil’s done that to me a time or two!

[@d-no9]

Consider yourself adopted, red. All my neighbors appear to be Breaking Bad alums and lost their hair. And their teeth.

[@afbill4219]

I've said this before, Neil said that his approch to songwriting was to make personal things feel universal and to make universal things feel personal. There's not a Neil Peart Rush song that didn't have those qualities. He should be granted Poet Laureate status

[@claudiorancagua]

neil al final del video agacha su cabeza y se emociona, se dieron cuenta de ese detalle?

[@JimGreco-ek9nq]

Great review Miss Red, now since you're a country girl could you check out Morgan Wallen's new song Love Somebody...it's a really great song 💖

[@gregorymurray5121]

Oooh....consider "Entre Nous" from Snakes and Arrows live!

[@danieloconnor1005]

I would very much like to see your reaction to rush song nobody's hero

[@Jonno2summit]

Neil writing lyrics about himself without knowing it.

[@michaelschroeck2254]

It’s always crazy to me that two of the best songs in this album, Geddy doesn’t even touch a bass!

[@royferntorp]

This song was in a a cartoon series

[@timothywolfe3891]

My uncle died in 1998. I couldn't listen to this song for 3 years.

[@bobryczak6018]

Good evening Redhead. Can you please react to any available light in the near future. Thanks i am sure you would enjoy it.

[@progvinyl9021]

About a freind of the band who died

[@donovanemery597]

Robbie Whelan. He was an engineer.

[@TreysLosingItRapidly]

♥️😎