Rush - Clockwork Angels Tour - The Garden

Recorded in Dallas during the Clockwork Angels Tour 2012 with the Clockwork Angels String Ensemble
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[@MattSmith-iq1ld]

I have talked to many Rush fans about this song. Fans of the 70's material. Fans of the 80's material. Fans of the band's entire catalog. ALL FANS I SPOKE WITH ARE IN AGREEMENT THAT 'THE GARDEN" IS ONE OF THE ABSOLUTE GREATEST SONGS THAT RUSH EVER WROTE.

[@HaraldLabout]

The whole album is a masterpiece.

[@victorbelleisoares2135]

Agreed

[@glennrager3684]

Gives me goosebumps, so it must be great.

[@Jllyrol311]

As long as you did your due diligence

[@apieceofdirt4681]

Yep. It sums up their entire career.

[@Rushyesgenesis]

The greatest final track of a final album of all time

[@TheVAGNETTO]

That was the last song Rush have ever written?!

[@birdofsong]

@@TheVAGNETTO Maybe. It was the last song on their last studio album. It is my ultimate favorite Rush song. I cry every time I hear it.

[@TheVAGNETTO]

@@birdofsong exactly! It feels like something, that sums up all the years of heard work! I'm in love with this song!

[@sgtpepper1138]

@@TheVAGNETTO I'm pretty sure I read it wasn't the last, but just last on the album. The best finale one could ask for.

[@tomgregg7486]

Don’t you mean the greatest track of all time ?

[@laborummeta1364]

In 2024 this song stays as one of the best songs of all times. RIP Neil. We are your garden.

[@pfeuer]

world is one before them and another after them

[@soilsrus]

This song takes on a whole different level of meaning with Neil’s passing. Rest In Peace, Neil.

[@colleenengelmann7896]

Irony, Bittersweet...The Last song, on The last album by Rush...Written by the Poet, Neil..."He Knew"...What a "Swan Song!"

[@malcspring448]

@@colleenengelmann7896 Totally agree Coleen.

[@wierwulf0]

Geddy and Alex found him in the middle of nowhere working in his father's shop and whisked him away on a lifetime's adventure and now it is just Geddy and Alex again.I am so glad I was able to go to this show.

[@muzicaempathica6479]

😭💔🥀🥁🥀💔😭

[@Ctaff63]

Jason Weigle totally agree with your words. I guess I’m not the only one who just about gets to Alex s solo and it gets blurry. Rest in Peace my friend

[@CaptainDeadeye_enderzombie_688]

This how to end a legacy. Not with a bombastic exit, but with a tear-jerking melody. Yes. I'm crying.

[@markdemell8056]

When the saints go marching in!

[@chriszelez7970]

I am right there too, you are so right on.

[@kellyvandamme9314]

Headlong flight is the final ado

[@paulcherry8742]

One goosebump covers my entire body!

The final bow of legends three. Yeah, I cried as well. The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect So hard to earn, so easily burned In the fullness of time A garden to nurture and protect

[@davidbarker77]

“The future disappears into memory, with only a moment between.” Who else writes like that? Absolutely incredible.

[@rosetownstumpcity]

@@vitalsigns2679 reminds me of lachesis and the measured thread

[@neldagarcia4042]

The moving arrow-tipped hand of the clock moves or flies and never stops. Time never stops, even while we dream. The hours tick away or slip away.

[@Ofinfinitejest]

Nobody else.

[@yourmindvstheworld5807]

Only our Professor

[@skttruel]

@@vitalsigns2679 no

[@lisalee84]

Geddy is singing these words. Alex is playing the tune. Neil went through hell on earth when his daughter and wife died. HE wrote these words. He knows stuff. And we know the heart of Neil is coming through on this, Rush's most beautiful tune. My God, I swear, no truer words were ever spoken. Thank you, Neil. We love you.

[@crusheverything4449]

Lisa Lee - Very nicely put, Lisa. I couldn’t agree more.

[@johnkeller9738]

All 3 have had crosses to bear, so to speak. A lot of integrity and meaning especially went into the finale of this album, which takes a very divergent song from the others and makes perfect closure to the theme of Clockwork Angels (and Rush ultimately to the end).

[@kiondarkshani7189]

Couldn’t have said it better...

[@Discrimination_is_not_a_right]

I like how over the course of their career, Neil's philosophy did a 180 from "Anthem" to "The Garden".

[@whenthemorningstarssangtogxrxs]

Bene ha elohim forevs

[@diegoferreira1303]

The last song from the last album... "The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect So hard to earn, so easily burned" Neil Peart, we will miss you... forever...

[@Guitarlife41]

Así es Diego 😥🙏

[@EIYH58]

¿ The Garden fué una premonición de una futura despedida...?

[@diegodz7510]

🇮🇹🇨🇦🖤🖤🖤

[@joseluizfernandesjunior3140]

Neil peart forever

[@danielmcalister7447]

Some argue of Led Zeppelin.

[@hhhAmbientElectronic]

And this is why Rush, in my opinion, is the greatest rock band of all time. The depth of emotion that they have explored with their music throughout their career is absolutely unparalleled.

[@mikebuc8847]

VERY much agree!

[@gregpeverill4242]

Unparalleled is an understatement, One of the best ive ever heard

[@KNish2112]

No argument here! :)

[@j.r.576]

Well stated and 100% accurate. They are the only band who has become part of who I am. None better than Rush.

[@perrysakellson4096]

100%❤

[@Dreamline78]

If this ends up being Rush's last song, chronologically speaking, it's one hell of a swan song.

[@sgtpepper1138]

I was just saying that to my wife.

[@Ed9870]

Great point. It looks to be the closer. What a classy exit.

[@michaeldover]

I have always thought the exact same thing.

[@av40229]

Seeing Rush perform live 30 times, being ask the question "What's your favorite album and Song" and never being able to answer till Clockwork Angels. This has to be my favorite album (even a clearer concept to the album versus Hemisphere and 2112) and The Garden, being a absolute masterpiece and their perfect song for Exiting Stage Left. Farewell My Kings !

[@petmycat2720]

I totally Agree...Enough said.

[@michaelrohan443]

The last song from the last studio album. Lyrics by Neil Peart. The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect. Rest in Peace, Neil.

[@alexmurphy5289]

I'm just Shattered from his passing.... He was such a legend.

[@SoCal780]

As am I. He was truly the best.

[@charlescastle5566]

When I heard of Niel's passing, this song always came to mind.

[@GEDDY37]

My dad passed away today, listening to The Garden, what an incredibly meaningful song, thanks NP for penning this song. Rush fan for 40 years

[@PaulFormentos]

"The Pass" saved me one time...lost my Dad 2021

[@richietownsend6737]

💙💙💙

[@stevegungel4533]

In honor of a legacy. In memory of a legend. "It's a measure of a life"

[@cartelesargentinos]

👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jhunt9233]

RIP Neil Peart: The magnificent garden you tended while here will be your legacy for eternity.

[@cookmoore3736]

Beautifully put.

[@alexnarrleigh6485]

LOVE IT

[@michellegonçalves7860]

RIP MY FRIEND 😔🌹

[@frankfossaceca9616]

J Hunt.!! The Most Beautiful Words I Ever Heard !!!

[@greenfoxboronetwork]

This is beautiful man !

[@Funsho97]

My Dad passed away one month ago today from covid pneumonia. He was so healthy and this has been a huge shock to me and I am having a very difficult time with this. This song helps me remember all of the things that my Dad did throughout his life, and how he influenced me so much. I had such a blessed life because of my Dad and I have to remain strong for my family. My Dad's "garden" was well nourished and I must stay strong and keep it growing. I miss my Dad immensely. Love you Dad.

[@puedocambiarhoy1022]

I am one in a billion that survived in the state I was and this is my soundtrack song from my book that I wrote about that , I know how much people suffered

[@markchristopher420]

💜🙏🙏🙏💜 I'm so sorry for your loss... my mom passed of Covid almost a year ago ✝️

[@jeoffwright2853]

Keep the FAITH

[@larrylangley9128]

You are truly blessed.

[@5thsgamingreplays518]

Likewise here , dad passed of kidney failure. This song just makes me think of him and ones passed. Do you think neil knew of his demise when this was written?

[@samsam18200]

I'll never forget where I was: in the car with my dad coming home from a short day-trip. The album had released the week before, but we didn't have time to listen to it and swore not to listen to it until we could listen together. The album was such an incredible, roasting jam, and then The Garden came on. That was one of the only five times (I'm 20 now) I've ever seen my dad cry. We didn't say anything, but we both knew that this song was a farewell, at least from the studio. Their last message to the fans was to cherish every moment we have because they won't last forever. Forever dwells in that moment, but that moment does not live forever. The only thing we can do is have hope for another day, another moment. I've been lucky to attend 5 concerts from the time I was 8 (Snakes and Arrows) until I was 15 (R40). All front row. 2 meet and greets. 1 time backstage. My dad absolutely abused the fact that I was a cute little 8-year old that knew RUSH lyrics to get some backstage passes when the roadies were setting up at Kansas City on the Snakes tour, and I'm so grateful for it. Neil gave Lorne his sticks from the first set and told him to give them to me. All. five. times. Neil recognized me as I grew up, or just appreciated a kid air-drumming his heart out. We still have those beaten up sticks, and they are priceless to us. No amount of money in the world could ever make us sell those sticks. To Geddy and Alex: Thank you for your music. It truly has impacted people on a deep, personal level, and we will always be forever grateful for it. We all wish Neil could still be here, but we know how close he was to you guys, and we could never come close to imagining the pain that you are probably going through and have gone through over the last few years. Wishing you both the best health and love. Thank you.

[@j.d.7208]

Great story bro they touched millions of live way more than just a group of musicians RIP Professor Peart 💔

[@samsam18200]

@@j.d.7208 Definitely. I won't ever forget my memories with them, and their music will always be with me till I die. I will make my kids and grandkids listen to RUSH. This is music that has and will continue to transcend generations.

[@j.d.7208]

@@samsam18200 I hear something this great deserves to be passed on

[@j.d.7208]

@Jerome Lund definitely

[@JF-kv1gm]

Wow, you were definitely blessed. But then, we have all be definitely blessed too to have been receptive to their music and words over the years. And to all be part of this beautiful, supportive, loving global Rush family.

[@lgd1974]

*6 Rush songs whose lyrics of Neil Peart move me to tears* *Afterimage* - Written about the death of Robbie Whelan, the sound engineer for the Permanent Waves album. The lyric that gets me: _Suddenly, you were gone From all the lives you left your mark upon_ *Red Sector A* - Written about the atrocity of Geddy's parents in Nazi concentration camps. The lyric that gets me: _I hear the sound of gunfire at the prison gate Are the liberators here, do I hope or do I fear? For my father and my brother, it's too late But I must help my mother stand up straight_ *Losing It* - Written about those who've had a talent or skill, and have lost it...leaving them heartbroken. The lyric that gets me: _Thirty years ago, how the words would flow With passion and precision But now his mind is dark and dulled By sickness and indecision And he stares out the kitchen door Where the sun will rise no more_ *Nobody's Hero* - Written about the death of a gay friend to either Neil or Geddy(unsure), and of the death of girl who grew up in Geddy's childhood neighborhood. The lyric that gets me: _As the years went by, we drifted apart When I heard that he was gone I felt a shadow cross my heart But he's nobody's...Hero_ *Ghost Rider*- Written about Neil's travels trying to overcome the sudden deaths of his daughter and first wife. The lyric that gets me: _Pack up all those phantoms Shoulder that invisible load Keep on riding north and west Haunting that wilderness road Like a ghost rider_ *The Garden* - Neil's swan song.The last song, of the last album Rush ever recorded. The lyric that gets me: _The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect So hard to earn, so easily burned In the fullness of time A garden to nurture and protect_ I am devastated by the loss of a musician whose lyrics have been with me since I was 13. I am now 45, and in tears. #RIPNeilPeart #neilpeart #Rush

[@michaelcutcher8592]

Such an incredible post!

[@mikedixon9742]

My brother passed 3 months ago .he had a seizure in his sleep.. he was 51. The words on the prayer card at his wake were the lyrics to After Image

[@lgd1974]

@@mikedixon9742 My condolences to you and your family.

[@michaelcutcher8592]

@@mikedixon9742 deeply sorry for your loss.

[@pryzmcat]

I'm feeling ya, my first time hearing Rush was around the end of 1975. The following December I received 2112 as a birthday gift from my big brother. Fan ever since. Saw them many times. Right to the end. Lets Rush on and make ole Pratt proud

[@stevecarmody9655]

This was the song my Daughter chose for the Father Daughter dance at her wedding. I was lucky enough to share Rush with my kids live!

[@shawnaldrich7868]

awesome storyI have loved my 3 brothers since 77,got my son hooked on RUSH.Greatest band ever.Great choice for the father daughter dance

[@batman1169]

Long song! Great song! She could have picked 2112 😳😂

[@bobnola7321]

I to selected this song for my daughter's weddening. When she heard it she cried but said no and told her that it is her day.

[@wizardcoolio]

I went to the Clockwork Angels tour in Denver with my family when I was a kid, my dad is the biggest Rush fan and I'm so glad that of all bands, he showed me this one.

[@lovetogolf4184]

Beautiful..Rush gets your soul This song makes my tear up it's so brilliant.

[@HaloNinja009]

Neil Peart just passed away. I don't know why, but this was the first song that came to mind when I heard the news. RIP Neil, thank you for everything.

[@149CreepingDeath08]

Because this was his goodbye song

[@muzicaempathica6479]

😭💔🥀🥁🥀💔😭

[@GlennTillema]

Me too.

[@Oneironaut9]

Same here and although I couldn't imagine there being a greater Rush fan, I have listened to this album the least, however I am now digesting it well after his passing.

[@25newrush]

It's like he wrote his own eulogy

[@roberthamel3241]

Alex: let me just walk on over to the piano and play this moving passage right before my insanely beautiful guitar solo.

[@VoodooCrab]

He is the epitome of a rock star.

[@gibson617ajg]

Alex's solo is heartbreaking....

[@zackstump5425]

And of yeah, I play piano, You mean no one knew that, you all thought I played was just guitar

[@bakerinthehouse5346]

He doesn't get enough recognition !

[@yyz125]

What humble beasts of musicians..

[@fireguye4]

Played this at my mothers memorial. The song took on a whole new meaning. Our earth is 5 billion years old and we were lucky enough to have experienced the greatest band of all time. Thank you Alex,Neil, and Geddy.

[@KP-my1ud]

5 billion? you sad sack of ... caklum.

[@PaulFormentos]

not just them, but Yes, Stones, Who etc. How lucky we are

[@joeypescado7300]

That’s an amazing way to think about the time we live in

[@Deathshuck]

Is anyone else astounded by the fact that they're able to make such inspired music after *40 years* ? I mean, not a single percent of this comes off like a washed-up nostalgia act, but rather it seems like they're at their peak playing-wise? How do they do it? This band is the real deal.

[@MrPineappleman93]

I love Jack Blacks metaphor of "rocket sauce": /watch?v=tArAhISEr_A

[@chiefbrody75]

They sure are. Of course, alot of us knew they were the real deal 30 years ago. Simply amazing. As I say all the time, there will NEVER be another group like them.

[@mailboy7897]

Deathshuck The way they do it (in addition to lots of practice and dedication) is by living clean and taking care of themselves. They didn't get caught up in the whole sex and drugs part of the music business. Sure, they probably experimented with drugs in their younger days (Geddy jokingly referred to drug use during the 70's in an interview once.....not sure if he was really serious), but they certainly never became addicts (like Ozzy Osbourne or the guys in Aerosmith).

[@mailboy7897]

chiefbrody75 Never another group like them (cause they are unique for sure), but there are others who are just as good. Are you familiar with Dream Theater???

[@chiefbrody75]

Nope. Just saying there will never be another Rush. The music, chemistry, integrity. Period.

[@anglocollins8499]

This guitar solo…my God. Alex’s phrasing and melody is unmatched. Absolutely stunning!

[@caravann26]

The soaring guitar that Alex has always done

[@lovetogolf4184]

I know! He's the best at it..Pure genius

[@lovetogolf4184]

Grabs you with the first 3 notes!!!!!

[@anthonysaponaro6318]

truth! still trying to figure out how it is able to do what it does to me , I am waiting to see if it does it this time 2 months later . . . .

[@StevenL_999]

Agreed, brilliant, masterful and incredibly powerful.

[@jim6025]

Alex on the piano and then an absolutely awesome guitar solo. This is RUSH’s Stairway to Heaven.

[@victormoreno554]

So beautifully put!

[@rushman6526]

Omg exactly what I was thinking!!!

[@derekk2732]

except they didn't steal the opening riff from a band that opened for them

[@malcspring448]

Alex's solo is brimming with emotion. One of his very best ever.

[@adnoHis1]

Impressive, soulful, moving guitar solo.

[@mikekiss648]

Absolutely agree!!!

[@777sicilia]

Malc Spring Agree100% ...of all his solos this one really speaks to u. His tone on that LP and the way he uses the tremolo is incredible.

[@anthonysaponaro6318]

Incredibly !!

[@johnkerr1957]

What an amazing performance

[@pedrohenriquesantos4556]

RIP Neil, the man who converted pain into art.

[@andy431431]

Very much like VanGogh

[@TheMrMused]

Here we are in the middle of October, 2023. I simply cannot make it through this track without coming to tears. Probably now more than ever.

[@lisalee84]

I'm gutted. I'm sobbing in my kitchen. I know you all are, too. Neil, thank you for all the words. But if they taught us anything, why are we here? because we're here. Roll the bones. Take a chance. Do good. LIVE while you're alive. Love while you're here. Do good where you can. Now is the time to turn the tide Now is the time to fight Let us not go gently To the endless winter night Now is the time to make the time While hope is still in sight Let us not go gently To the endless winter night

[@JF-kv1gm]

It's searingly painful isn't it? I "came back" to Rush about 6 or 7 years ago having had a long absence. Neil's death has really toppled me, maybe because I was only just beginning to get back on track after losing my brother at the end of November. This song is so much more than a song. It's the most beautifully worded spiritual teaching, direct and frank but tender and encouraging. Hey, we're on this one-way journey. Life is so precious and not to be wasted because it will conclude, that is the only certainty. Yesterday is gone, tomorrow will soon become yesterday, all we have is the here and now.

[@j.d.7208]

Me too absolutely floored this crushed me what an amazing man who touched millions of people RIP Professor Peart 🙏🤟

[@elausente21]

So true... I have watched this innumerable times and never fails to move me. Hard to watch through misty eyes

[@johnkerr1957]

My mother suddenly passed in early March 2020. To lose Neil & then my Mum within 2 weeks was devastating. Its October 2020 & I've only been able to watch this clip again. What an amazing performance - it is amazing

[@trailvapour]

Almost 12 months on from Neil's passing,and still cannot play this track without breaking down😪

[@Rubbernecker]

Maybe it's the 3 or 4 well-deserved glasses of The Macallan I've had tonight, maybe its seeing The Professor sitting behind his kit, maybe its the memory of the dozens and dozens of concerts I was fortunate enough to see, maybe it's a combination of them all. This video brings me to tears. If you're a true Rush fan, you'll get it; and to you, I say: Aren't we lucky?

[@babaoriley3549]

You were very lucky. Roll the bones.....

[@ericpeterson7512]

Yes brother. We were and are so lucky. I sit here at five in the morning with my Fender Jazz bass playing and singing my way through this masterpiece, and the priceless memories come flooding back. Here’s a raised glass of The Macallan to you mon frere!

[@robertbernard651]

Same here brother, the depth of all they've done cumulative hits in this one song, Alex's solo at 4:33 breaks my soul open to absolute bliss....

[@charlesbroomfield9832]

ABSOLUTELY

[@stevenbelow2502]

Even if you aren’t a “true Rush fan” and never even attended a concert you can appreciate this song for its beauty, it’s emotion, its message, and the fact that it was Rush’s swan song. What a way finish your songwriting. Fantastic in every way.

[@gerardmcquade5974]

Every time I watch this there is tears in my eyes and I am 62 years old an old rush fanatic

[@rockhard2654]

they're the best band in the world always have been

[@gregholman2431]

They were certainly one of the most skilled and talented (prog) rock bands of all time, surely.

[@andrew121064]

❤️❤️❤️

[@petecruz8086]

My dad had died right around the time this album came out. He always used to say "it is what it is".This song both crushed me and saved me. Helped me to understand it. Helped me to get through it. Maybe it will help again. RIP Neil. The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect, and we have so much of both for you...

[@baneverything5580]

In this one of many possible worlds, All for the best or some bizarre test? It is what it is and whatever, Time is still the infinite jest The arrow flies when you dream, The hours tick away, The cells tick away The Watchmaker keeps to his schemes, The hours tick away, they tick away The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect, So hard to earn so easily burned The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect, So hard to earn so easily burned In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect In the rise and the set of the sun, 'Til the stars go spinning, Spinning 'round the night Oh, it is what it is, and forever Each moment a memory in flight The arrow flies while you breathe, The hours tick away, The cells tick away, The Watchmaker has time up his sleeve, The hours tick away, they tick away The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect, So hard to earn so easily burned In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect (It's a measure of a life) The treasure of a life is a measure of love and respect, The way you live, the gifts that you give In the fullness of time, It's the only return that you expect The future disappears into memory With only a moment between. Forever dwells in that moment, Hope is what remains to be seen. Forever dwells in that moment, Hope is what remains to be seen. In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect (It's a measure of a life) In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect (It's a measure of a life) In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect (It's a measure of a life) In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect (It's a measure of a life) (It's a measure of a life) (It's a measure of a life) (It's a measure of a life)

[@jeffhouston9217]

I hope you're doing better, I know the loss of a loved one, especially a parent very well.

[@petecruz8086]

@@jeffhouston9217 thanks so much for the kind words.

[@OneOfFourLucasMains]

I cry every time I hear this song. RIP Neil Peart, the greatest drummer to ever exist.

[@tomtrana3449]

This lyric! I think Neil Peart already knew his diagnosis at this point!

[@TheSiscoKid2112]

Anyone who says Rush is weak after Moving Pictures needs to listen to Clockwork Angels.

[@FusicPool]

Or signals and grace under pressure. I don't get how moving pictures fans don't like those albums

[@craigmanning742]

Correct Clockwork Angels could be their Best. Love 'The Garden' but in a sense hated it because I knew is was a 'swan song'. Sigh.

[@chnl2commentisdumb]

They say that b/c the prior songs are from the good times in their youth, so they "seem" better. I can see that.

[@abrooke7711]

Anyone who describes RUSH as weak in any fashion, is not a True Fan.

[@7777Scion]

SIGNALS sucks. GUP has about 4 good songs. They didn't get their act together again until COUNTERPARTS.

[@reynaldopadilla186]

This was his last gift, his last song... Just a beautiful life lesson. Thanks for everything, dear Neil Peart ❤

[@robertpurdon7161]

You have to give the band credit. They never lost touch with themselves or their friendship over 40 years of hard work, hard times, good times, tragedy, recovery. I was at R40 in Toronto lining up to get my concert T before the show and another fan asked me if I was sad. I said no, I wasn't. He said but this is going to be their last tour. I said yes, and I am not sad, I am grateful that they gave us 40 years of their lives, produced some of the best music and very happy that they are going out at the top of their game, on their terms, without ever selling out.

[@andrewpowell1734]

My father died yesterday. This brought tears to my eyes and some comfort to me. I hope Geddy, Alex, and Neil see this and know they touched somebody.

[@Desertbearsangel]

+Andrew Powell i'm sorry man.... Cheers to your dad!

[@kevinsell5289]

+Lora Rumble I miss my parents everyday...they were my garden of life and I pray that they continue to live in your heart, soul and mind forever.....I see them in my kids and that is such a treasure.

[@mbr7156]

may his memory be a blessing

[@Meekimotosyoutubechannel]

My Mom and I watched this dvd on repeat, led zeppelin song remains the same dvd, and titanic.. , as she was dying of brain cancer that stemmed from lung cancer last year, .. had her home instead of hospice.. with her brain malfunctioning, she said.. Neil Peart is my buddy. Great now my waterworks are going.. I feel for you Andrew Powell. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@colleenengelmann7896]

So sorry...been there myself...KNOW that your father is at peace, in good company! Prayers and Love for you all

[@alexschef5112]

On November 17th my grandfather passed away. He was a strong man who loved giving gifts to people because he could and didn't need a reason. He was also very passionate about both the garden he grew, and his family. We came to realize that we, his family, happened to be another garden that he raised, nurtured, and protected. He taught us that about love and respect. And the week before he passed away from liver cancer, all I could do was listen to this song, seeing the arrow fly with each breath he painfully took. Needless to say, we had this played at his funeral. It described him to a T, and I am so thankful that RUSH wrote such a beautiful song. Now if I could only listen to it without crying and thinking of my grandpa, I'd be pretty ok. n-n;

[@Jelsick]

+Danii Schef Been there done that. How fleeting life is. I remember an old Christmas movie starring Albert Finney as Scrooge. In it the Ghost of Christmas present says, "The key is to do as much as you can with the time that you have."

[@bechtel35]

+Danii Schef I was born on nov 17th. as one life passes, another has the chance to experience the mystery and gift that is life, as we float ever forward to the future. I'm not playing down your loss. Saying goodbye for the last time is heartbreaking. I'm glad the 3 of us share the same taste in great music! Instead of crying, you should feel happy that a song can bring back memories of him. Celebrate it. I never met either of my grandparents. They were taken by cancer before i could meet them.

[@markdemell5139]

made me cry first time I heard it,great tune.

[@johnfowler5248]

bechtel35 I think it is okay to cry and let out your emotion. I am 49 now and saw Rush 62 times and I feel that the older I get the more I cry but it's happy tears and great memories that bring on the floodgates of emotions. it's just your body's way of releasing feelings.

[@johnfowler5248]

Danii Schef I am so sorry for your loss but I want you to know that that is the best thing I have read for a long time. you've got me crying my eyes out I can hardly say this but thank you for sharing that you have yourself a great day.

[@markandersen5187]

Had to finish my Rush playlist with watching this tonight...all hail the Holy Triumvirate on this sad anniversary...peace to all Rush fans, as well as Geddy and Alex🤘

[@mikegallaghan7595]

I had a mental breakdown just over a year ago during my recovery whenever I felt the demons rising I would play this song and peace would descend. Thank you RUSH you music helped me regain my sanity.

[@garyscandle]

Hey Mike I hope and pray that your doing better these days. I myself lean on god and these guy's they are the best people i know god bless 🙏✝️♥️

[@johnnersinger5075]

Hop all is well with you.

[@IAMTTomSawyer]

Im still crying, we gonna really, really miss you Neil.....

[@montereyexpresswash1231]

me too

[@johnhancock9249]

Yep it’s like loosing a best friend

[@JohnkMaxwell]

I am a fan since the late 70's. This is the first time that they made me cry. RIP to the Professor

[@10dennis10]

This is the song that Rush have been moving toward for 40 years. A song of such stunning quality, depth and resonance. So long to all that prog, sci-fi and fantasy stuff. This is the heart and the essence of it all. Sadly, it's also a heartbreaking swan song. Every songwriter wishes they could write a song this good. Every band aspires to this exalted level. Long live Rush.

[@normarteau2611]

Very well said Dennis

[@muzicaempathica6479]

💔🖤🥀🥁🥀🖤💔 Beautiful, man🥀 Was thinking the same....🥀🥁🥀

[@shanewilson398]

I’ve just discovered rush. I’m a 54 yo Aussie. While I have diverse musical tastes, hard rock/heavy metal has always been my thing. I was always aware of rush. I liked Tom Sawyer and spirit of radio, but never really got into them more than that. Bored one night I watched the lighted stage on Netflix and really enjoyed it. I like music focos, so nothing special. The Neil Peart died. I was in Santiago, Chile, in a shopping mall, killing time, and came across red barchetta, liked it, and bought moving pictures that night. Witch hunt grabbed me. The drum fills, so musical, but like the sound of rolling thunder. It was the lyrics that got me, though. Then came limelight, the one about the camera... then I bought 2112... great songs, but lessons got me. Then permanent waves... entre nous and the song after it.... wow. Then I bought hemispheres.... the trees.... villa strangiato..., and now this.. I know I’ll by this album tonight. I know I’ll by all of them eventually. I love rugby league, a violent game. I box ( not good, but I’ll mix it up). I’m not afraid to say I’m was crying during this song. Like so many that I’ve heard, it resonates deeply with me. This guy was a genius. They were geniuses. I love kiss. I love black sabbath, but I know believe that this band was the greatest band of all time. Longevity, body of work, skill and general awesomeness... I’m just glad I found them.

[@blue-tb2fd]

I watched the Time Stand Still documentary recently... hard not to get choked up towards the end

[@shanewilson398]

blue just bought farewell to kings today.

[@ilikeonlygraphite]

Thats so cool brother. And to think of the millions of people that may never hear a Rush song their entire life! Astounding and sad. Being a Canadian, Rush has been a big part of my life. I'm happy for your discovery! 😊 H song

[@weeniehutjunior]

I love this song so much. So emotional!!

[@ShempDavidNiven]

Amazing how many Rush fans, from every walk of life and every continent, immediately went to _this_ song upon hearing the sad news. To mourn, but also to understand. Amazing - but hardly a coincidence. RIP......

[@jj-xt1yz]

As their last ever published song, it's absolutely heartbreaking Alex is living the guitar solo in every fibre of his being Genius

[@winstonlane708]

Preach

[@johnkem2630]

The ultimate final culmination of the Lyrical Genius of Neil Peart and the Musical Writing Creativity of Geddy Lee & Alex Lifeson and their Instrument playing ability. Neil's lyrics were ironically or by divine intervention fitting for what would become of his own life and the future of the band.

[@GuyDossett]

This was the first song I could think of, upon hearing of the passing of Neil. RIP Professor.

[@TheRakuman]

I am convinced that Neil knew while writing this song that he had cancer. The lyrics are telling. It’s placement as the last song on the last album further convinces me of this. The fact they retired again further has me convinced. He needed to spend what remaining time he might have with his family. I may be wrong. I don’t know. What I do know is that he is sorely missed. I have not ever been so affected by the loss of a celebrity life. His writing and his playing have meant an incredible amount to me. Such talent and with humility. He just wanted to be the best. He was. Rest In Peace Neil. You achieved such greatness. You deserve the rest now.

[@PaulFormentos]

Harrison knew on his final album as well

[@alexraya8753]

I'm sitting here in tears listening to this. Neil Peart was such an inspiration, and the driving force behind the band. I saw them live 21 times, and am so sorrowful that I'll never get to see him again.

[@shawnaldrich7868]

Thank GOD they left us with a library of music,each different in their own way.So glad they didnt or couldnt go on without Neil.21 times is so unreal you are truly blessed my friend

[@bapt_andthebasses]

And I never and will never see them live

[@MetalPersonJ]

Anyone else feel this song is Geddy's best vocal performance?

[@johnnycameron3201]

Its definetely one of his best. I also think this live version of the spirit of radio is a great vocal performance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3vTe2p8nL2ja6c

[@anthonysaponaro6318]

It just may be ! There are so many damn layers to the sadness this song transmits through it Geddy's vocal performance is just one and you may be right , I have say back saying to myself . . . wow! absolutely amazing in so many ways . . . . .How is it a song that was written so long ago, a song I have heard and let grow on me for quite a time now is still able to make me have to hide my face so nobody can see I am friggin balling again!! Every -Single -Time I listen to it and even if I listen to it back to back to back

[@OneOfFourLucasMains]

I think this is one of Geddy's best vocal performances. I'm surprised he didn't start crying. I would have.

[@Chuckles..]

I was so glad when he realized his voice sounds better in a lower octave. I agree with him.

[@williambradley8004]

I feel the same way.The vocal melody is haunting.The whole song is absolute magic,just like all Rush songs.How we miss you Professor.

[@nathangrant5134]

Rest in peace Neil. I was always dreading the day I'd have to type those words, and I never thought it would come this soon. It doesn't feel real. I lost my father to brain cancer in 2013, not even a year after Clockwork Angels was released. This song resonated with the two of us on such a deep level, so this was the first place I had to come to pay my respects. The way you live, the gifts that you give. You certainly gave us quite a bit, thank you for everything.

[@colleenengelmann7896]

Prayers and

[@metronomeforchristmas1018]

An excellent song to close out one of the most fascinating discographies ever in the history of music.

[@TheNighteternity]

I'm here after seen the news of Neil Peart. This song and the masterpiece that is the drums change my life completely. Rest in peace legend. 😔

[@Matt-mo8sl]

My wife has been instructed to play this song at my funeral service when my day comes.

[@philduoos2961]

And may we live up to the lyrics until that day!

[@myerzmedia839]

WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE EXISTED AT THE SAME MOMENT IN TIME AS THIS BAND. PERIOD.

[@leolopez_0728]

Neil lives forever in this song, I can feel his eternal soul is embedded in this beautiful tune. A Masterpiece that truly honors his memory. RIP

[@kariy2187]

Your words touch deeply...

[@susanhutchinson6023]

This is Neil's last masterpiece I saw it live

[@Torgo1969]

Who's cutting onions in here? But in all seriousness, I walked past a red fire hydrant today on my lunch break and I thought of a certain album and I said a silent Thank You to the three men that created this memory, and I mourn the loss of our beloved and wise Professor.

[@salvatorerizzo8640]

My 2nd concert. Signals tour

[@spaceace4387]

I started cutting onions after Neil’s death and realizing this would be the final Rush song ever.

[@Torgo1969]

@@spaceace4387 Damn onions...

[@scientificdevil4672]

The strength Geddy has thru this song is huge. You can distinctly hear his emotion coming thru and how he holds it together. With Alex and Neil having Geddys back he know he's in good hands. RIP Neil, this future moment goes into the past. Your a genius!

[@stephenchellgren1213]

❤🎉❤Amen❤🎉❤

[@hampsterpig7866]

RIP Neil Peart, you wrote the lyrics of my childhood.

[@InBetweenLife70]

I thought I was processing this loss. All I could do was think about the amazing things he did. Musically. Literally. Personally. Spiritually. Then I listen to this song, and I am in tears.

[@2112BigIrish]

I had come to grips that we would probably never see them play live again, and most likely not get any new Rush music...and I was OK with that. After all, it was one hell of a ride. Still, now that Neil has passed it is truly over and it hurts significantly more than seeing them on stage in Toronto on that last tour (my last show).

[@coreymoss3809]

Wow. Just wow.

[@andrewlindenfeld6222]

God this band was just effing amazing. Words can't describe it... it's the emotions that the music produces that is the true expression, and some of the best emotions of my life have happened listening to their music.

[@iaminyourwalls107]

If this isn't played at my funeral, I'm not dying

[@beastlybuickv6402]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@svogender]

He he...Great one man..!!! 👍😂

[@btdes5868]

Wish I could listen to this one time without crying.

[@SubSonicDistortion]

Hands down one of their best songs ever, epic!

[@donbut3056]

They hit it out of the park with this one. Lyrically and musically.

[@SuperTekZone]

The arrangements and the superb live performance of the song also speak to a level of maturity and sophistication many rock bands never reach. The boys in Rush are a class act, all the way. As a swan song, I can't think of a better one than this.

[@jcroston3266]

Watching this after learning of the Professor’s passing, this song takes on such new meaning. Rest In Peace Legend.

[@briguy677]

I became a Rush fan when I was ten years old in 1978. The Garden was the song I danced to at my wedding. I will miss Rush dearly. I will miss Neil Peart as a writer, lyricist and musician. Thankfully, I was alive during the band's existence and was able to go to most of their concerts. My life will be somewhat hollow for the lack of them but not less full.

[@cjisawesome3686]

This song is an absolute Masterpiece. Rush has got to be one of the greatest bands of all time

[@babaoriley3549]

This is the last song on their last studio album. I mean who does this kind of stuff. I tried to believe but you know it's no good. This is something that just can't be understood.

[@paulf2557]

A fitting epitaph to a great man. RIP Neil 😪😟

[@roblk]

A fitting epitaph indeed. Rest in peace, Neil...

[@aschule5684]

There's something very special about musicians that can affect such a massive amount of people in so many ways. They've inspired you to play music, they said something that you thought only you felt and helped you not to feel so alone, they've reminded you of that special time you shared with special people, they gave you strenght and hope to get through whatever it was you doubted yourself for. Or they just somehow gave you a special place to slip away to. True artistry!

[@michaelm4725]

Greatest song on this album? I can agree with that.

[@DRW1107]

Rush's "swan song" seems so appropriate right now. Hope is all that remains. Take care all.

[@roberttyler1206]

So beautiful. Hope is all we got. Its hard to watch, knowing Neal is not with us. One of the most talented and gifted bands.

[@brockjennings]

Part of me died yesterday after hearing the news of his passing. Neil and the other members of Rush helped shape my affinity for music. Being a shy creature myself, Neil's struggles with attention struck such a cord in me. What a drummer, crafter of profound lyrics and a humble human being. R.I.P.

[@saturn722]

What did you mean when you said "Neil's struggles with attention struck such a cord in me."

[@idlemindedmage6925]

@@saturn722 not the original commenter. But Neil didn't like the focus that being a popular musician put on him. See Limelight. It's why he rarely did meet and greets and always left the show immediately on his bike after they ended.

[@RushLedZeppelin]

To this day, I cannot listen to this song without tearing up. So much beauty and emotion throughout this song.

[@davegto67]

It just rips your heart out, doesn't it?

[@dbellin9]

Me too. Even my 80 year old mother liked it.

[@1997lordofdoom]

Now you there are even more reasons to tear up when you hear this song. Rip Neil Peart.

[@mjf1036]

what a blessing that at anytime we can come to the Rush YT channel and watch the masters at work! 😊❤

[@davidhurford573]

One of Alex's greatest solos in my opinion. Perfect.

[@JRTrilling]

Alex did put his heart into this solo for sure, but IMO his soloing in R30 was overall better.

[@hoserintrainingyup2713]

Absolutely HUGE tune, man. HUGE. How this isn't played on global radio is a mortal sin.

[@baneverything5580]

The communists wouldn`t approve.

[@alexleer8688]

​@@baneverything5580Rush are liberals , we're have you been?.

[@Platos-Den]

What an amazing and sad song!! As a Rush fan for decades this song slipped through my radar due to life distractions at the time. I just heard it today through serendipity of someone commenting on this song while watching car enthusiest you tuber Raitis Ride and the final farewell of the camaro. Go figure!!😅 Great song!!

[@leolopez_0728]

The most beautiful and tender song written by Rush. It sounds like a soft hand healing a broken heart that we all have by the passing of the great Neil Peart.

[@Chavezoid]

The last song of the last album. And so Neil Peart, the Professor, is nurturing and protecting his garden beyond the clouds. RIP my lifelong friend.

[@yopacific]

Knowing these 3 will not walk out together again puts tears in a grown man’s eyes. Legends

Goodbye Neil. I love you, Sir. You will be missed. RIP.

[@Caddicarus]

Oh GOD, this is how you do it.

[@Imulletman12]

Caddy! I love your videos (and Rush), but I never would've known that I'd see you here.

[@LordNightrage]

Yes it is, Caddy. This is how it's done.

[@LordNightrage]

Rock on.

[@yaright8762]

lol - this is it.

[@cjljmm6739]

How to get likes on a comment - be Caddicarus.

[@TheGuardOfMagog]

This is a fitting end to the GREATEST band of all time! Geddy Alex and Neil ... are THE GREATEST band of all time!

[@dedalus6982]

Neil just left us and had to watch this again and again with tears in my eyes.

[@rhawk620]

My heart is broken Godspeed you sill be sooo missed.

[@TheXanadu88]

OH YES NO QUESTION ABOUT IT... THE ULTIMATE SWAN SONG - WHATEVER ONE'S RELIGIOUS BELIEFS, GOD BLESS RUSH!

[@markandersen5187]

On the 10th anniversary of this release I am watching and listening with such pride and joy for my favorite band...and just thinking of Neil's family and of course Dirk and Lerxst and the whole real Rush community...and a tear has fallen...again...only the truest Rush fans understand ✌️

[@gerardotorres4719]

And with what happened today with Neil, it is more than clear that “The Garden” was a good bye.

[@darlacummings12]

He wasn't sick when he wrote this. 💙

[@randallreece3636]

@@darlacummings12 how do you know this? You don't.

[@darlacummings12]

It was written in 2012. Neil Peart was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2016.

[@randallreece3636]

@@darlacummings12 you just don't get it. People know things. I've seen this over and over again in my life.

[@darlacummings12]

He lost his daughter and first wife in a span of 10 months in 1998. Of course he knew things. But "The Garden" wasn't a premonition. It was much more than that. Please. Do some research.

[@theodery2712]

Of all the comments on how this song brings you to tears, especially with The Professor gone, I type through tears

[@Thelearner1000]

This song and the song called "Losing it" has to be one of the most poetic songs ever written both lyrically and musically. IMO 🙂

[@Johnny-re9kg]

from Working Man to Limelight to Losing It to the The Garden.....that's pretty much an entire arc of a career and lifespan.

[@smkaraatli]

well said

[@charlesrubio7650]

I tear up every time I listen to The Garden and I tear up reading these comments as well.

[@mikeabrams2180]

Thank you God for Rush music. Amen.

[@BIGTONY2132001]

Most beautiful Rush song ever.

[@kelpbeds]

R.I.P. Professor I loved you my dear friend.

[@Paul.A.Cotton]

In my humble opinion, probably the best rock trio there will ever be

[@TomHarrington]

Rush was and is part of the soundtrack of my life, and now my 16 and 13 year olds as well. He and Geddy are the reason I am a musician. RIP Neil.