RUSH - Natural Science - FIRST TIME HEARING | REACTION

This is my first time listening to Rush's song "Natural Science".
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[@debbieplato5107]

This is one of my favourite Rush songs ❤️ It is just brilliant! Glad you liked it. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@toddashton9696]

Thanks for a great reaction. For a first listen you gathered a lot from the song. The great thing about Rush is that there is often so much you get out of re-listening to the music. I like the theme of this song, how people can forget about nature because of technology, but as Neil writes "Science, like Nature must also be tamed". I also like how Neil compares us to the creatures living in a tide pool: "All the busy little creatures chasing out their destinies Living in their pools, they soon forget about the sea" Its easy for us to miss the big picture, focusing on our own little lives & realities. Hope you enjoy listening to this one again.

[@perfectlysureunknown]

This music is crazy futuristic. So far ahead of its time that its still ahead of today.

[@mondoangelucci7273]

Long Live Rush !! The greatest !! \

[@bobcarn]

Another great song from that album (actually, all the songs are really good) is Jacob's Ladder. It's almost like a classical music piece. It's understated and contemplative, yet grows bold and dramatic. It's sublime.

[@timothywolfe3891]

I agree with you 100%! Brilliant song.

[@GoblinGuy333]

Agreed! In the same way that Xanadu is really not progressive rock but more like symphonic rock.

[@VikingKong.]

Rush was the best, 70s Rush especially. Hemispheres is my favourite. RIP NP

[@SnowDogisVictorious]

Just watched an interview with the band conducted while they were touring for the album that contains this song. It was part of the R30 BluRay. I was a little surprised to hear that Natural Science was the only song for which they hadn't prepared at all when going into the studio. They accordingly had a few days to write and perform it, so that it could fill up that large portion of side 2 that was saved for it.

[@jimtatro6550]

“Computerized clinic for superior cynics who dance to a synthetic band, in their own image their world is fashioned, no wonder they don’t understand.” Great lyric

[@johnc4865]

No disrespect and Not to diminish the talent and bands of these days, but in retrospect, this specific lyrical section kind of summarizes the mainstream music and industry of current times. Perhaps a great analogy this was for the music of today. Almost as if Peart was a contemporary visionary of the future. Creativety these days is more so based on emulation and imitation , not much pioneering and innovation in music as it was back then. RUSH was a one off and incredibly unique! Dont see much of that calibre these days at all. Hence why we are revisiting history for genuine sonic stimulation👍

[@stevepearlman3421]

Natural Science (from Permanent Waves, 1980), for me isn’t just a pristine song consummately delivered with rhythmic, melodic, lyrical magnificence, this worthy contribution to Global Artistry is in fact a “MASTERPIECE” !!!!! I have my own personal regrets in life, but I will be eternally glad that I’ve enjoyed ‘real time’ on this our troubled Planet with a Band that I have truly adored, every Album, Song, Article, interview, Bootleg, Personal Celebration, Party’s before / after Concerts etc…. I’ve learned more from this Titanic Trio than I ever did at School or College (so thanks for the education Messers Dirk, Lerxst and Pratt). RIP The Drum Messiah Neil Ellwood Peart…..

[@2ndmachine620]

Such a great song

[@KimberlyBishh]

This is my favorite rush song that's incredible it's your second most requested I thought nobody knew this song

[@rhythmpharmer]

Great reaction! Emotional and insightful. All your facial expressions were perfectly placed as well and probably the way I reacted when I first heard it at 17yo! If I were to play 1 song to show everything I love about Rush this is the one. Alex, Neil and Geddy all shine brilliantly on this track. The production, the playing, the composition, the multiple movements, the odd time signatures, the surprising and flawless transitions... and absolutely some of the best lyrics Neil ever wrote... as well as one my favorite Neil fills ever at 6:00. Just an incredible piece of music.

[@timothywills5548]

Thanks! Under applicatiated band. Truly great.

[@jacquesjrviens3384]

That's my no 1 !!!!!!!

[@foxbat1766]

"Living in their pools, they soon forget about the SEA...' Love this little bit of lyric... carry on...

[@sourisvoleur4854]

My absolute favorite Rush song! As an old Philosophy major it touches my thinkbone. That and the time signatures.

[@gandalfshakur8235]

The ambiance in the first part reminds me of Emerson, Lake & Powell's "Take A Pebble" - another tune you might enjoy.

[@JonEFever1]

‘2112’ and ‘Moving Pictures’ get all the love but, this ‘Permanent Waves’ album is by far my favorite. Six epic songs during the start of their transitional period.

[@kenb7194]

Give it to me straight Dr., I can take it

[@cityhonors1]

🤗 Back to revisit! 🥰 Hoping for more Rush soon! 😊🐰

[@Kidge.6081]

‘The Universe learned to expand.’ That’s probably true and the magnitude of implication goes beyond my comprehension, thankfully.

[@crazexskater]

Twenty one twelve is a MUST! Ground breaking album.

[@timbaker6613]

You need to check this out live its amazing well they were geniuses.

[@foxbat1766]

I was able to see it live only once. It was BEAUTIFULLY AWESOME!!!

[@timbaker6613]

I saw rush live twice in leeds england and at stoke amazing musicians the best trio on the planet...

[@edgarpacifico3421]

This song is superb! Thecnically and musicaly! One of their best songs!

[@nickavenoso7851]

Their best song, imho. It’s my favorite Rush song.

[@Mikearice1]

This song was awesome live.

[@squamishfish]

With Rush be ready to expect the unexpected

[@michaelkeller6223]

Brilliance

[@Quiteclueless]

I watch a lot of reaction channels. you are one of the best by far.

[@chriskangeter8993]

Xanadu, from Exit Stage left tour. La Villa Strangioto. Red Barchetta. Digital Man. Analog Kid. Far Cry. Headlong Flight, from Clockwork Angels tour. That should get you hooked on RUSH. They are amazing. I consider myself lucky to have seen them live in 1982, then also their last 4 tours. There is none better then these 3 guys. They are all down to earth and all are virtuoso's on their instruments.

[@soultraveller5027]

Yes Rush Saga. Styx are my favorite Canadian bands Rush being the primary fan from across the pond 🇬🇧

[@juliebrockett3471]

One of my favorites! Great reaction! Keep the RUSH coming! Be well and God bless.. from Texas!!

[@Buds1own]

subbed for RUSH... Neil...... ♥

[@TragicRushFan]

Your reactions are priceless. I'm seeing these so very much out of order from the order in which you listened to them. I've seen you watch Xanadu, Tom Sawyer and now Natural Science. All I can say is, welcome to the fold! Youll never be able to go back and hear other artists as you once did. Thanks for giving them a listen. You're not regretting it, I can tell. Cheers!

[@moflo311]

great reaction, nice breakdown, you get them and you will enjoy the rush ride.

[@squamishfish]

Just as working man live in Cleveland you now need to hear the live version of this song , To see that these guys can pull this off no problem

[@Kidge.6081]

You’re an awesome Rush fan already bro. You’re a great fit 🎉

[@cityhonors1]

🤗 I love this song! 🥰🐰

[@michaelrushlander7696]

Check out La Villa Srangiato studio cut from the noble Hemispheres album. They often used it to close live shows--1st and/or 2nd encore.

[@TexasVeteranPatriot]

The 3 movements are titled Tidal Pools, Hyperspace, and Permanent Waves.

[@kylejorde6001]

If you get a chance, read about the how they created the echo effect at the beginning. They went back to nature literally!

[@user-ei8kx4pu8g]

Love the war poem analogy

[@MrBedZeppelin]

Great Work!

[@SMenkveld]

Alex Lifeson's guitar work on this record is just unreal

[@dougelliot1082]

you have only barely scratched the surface of Rush, so many great songs, 2112, Camera Eye, Manhatten Project, The Trees, YYZ, Leave that thing alone, Main Monkey Business, the list goes on and on.

[@historyhastheanswer3757]

I have somehow, through the years, memorized, absorbed, and became rush lyrics. Neil's lyrics are like life tools. This is a great song. Living in the pools, we soon forget about the sea.

[@ChuckSpohr]

Thanks for diving into this relatively deep track. Certainly a favorite of mine and many Rush fans, but rarely got airplay, probably due to its length. Seeing the guys play it live was a real treat. Looking forward to your take on 2112. Cheers!

[@cpmf2112]

My favorite Rush song 😁

[@lesblatnyak5947]

Geddy Lee's idol was Chris Squire of Yes so you might listen to Roundabout by Yes.🙏🍁

[@compnnburns8831]

You have a great radio voice, I can see you presenting on BBC Radio 2 in future, your voice is like honey with a degree of gravitas beyond your apparent years and your Rush reaction was spot on as usual. Incidentally that BBC2 impossibly hard quiz "Only Connect" with Coren Mitchell hosting, Rush got an oblique reference during the wall stage with numbers as song/album titles you guessed it: "2112" twenty one twelve was up there and I got it! There are not many who would!!

[@heyskipj]

Natural Science? Hard core Rush fans here 🤘🏽

[@markstromberg1148]

I'm just catching up on your Rush videos, having just stumbled on your channel. I love this song; it is a reflection of Neil Peart's wide ranging intellect, and his interest in the interplay between the rational and the emotional, and with mankind's attempt to understand the world in which he finds himself. In keeping with these themes, I recommend you listen to the (admittedly lengthy) "Cygnus X-1 Book 2" from Hemispheres (1978) that discusses the internal conflict between the heart and the mind, and then listen to "Free Will" from their next album, "Permanent Waves." "Free Will" has one of Peart's best lines of poetry: "Each of us, a cell of awareness, imperfect and incomplete. Genetic blends, with uncertain ends, on a fortune hunt that's far too fleet."

[@stunspot]

God I love the bass line in this song. It slaps so hard! Oh, and it's pronounced "Twenty-One Twelve", and refers to a year.

[@massimilianoonofri1627]

The first time I listened to Natural Science, I had already listened to several Rush songs, and this was the one that made me go "Rush is my favorite band! Absolutely amazing!". I had similar reactions to yours, smiles, surprised looks. Look for a live performance, you will see what power!! Greetings!

[@scott4482]

Tide goes out, song begins, tide comes in , song ends

[@michaelkeller6223]

Just like Galaxies spinning out from the Big Bang! The Milky Way is just a tidal pool…And a relatively small one at that!

[@andyreid6826]

My personal favorite.

[@michaelbarton5461]

I’d like to hear more of your thoughts on Bin Scott’s’ vocals. I love his version of AC/DC but I don’t think they get enough love any longer.

[@zerglilngvet5428]

RUSH-FREEWILL

[@Kidge.6081]

Living in my pool, have I long forgot about the Sea…😢

[@scott4482]

Hint, it's Twenty One Twelve not 2112

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

Pronunciation is important.

[@robchehowski4281]

Looking forward to seeing you do 2112. PS: it's pronounced "twenty-one twelve" :)

[@markandersen5187]

Coming in at #5 for me of their entire catalog...really good analysis from a super newbie to Rush...thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts and go in depth..seems some reactors get through their reactions so quickly without much thoughtful analysis...cheers!

[@rl9808]

Red barchetta, and digital man.

[@foxbat1766]

...and Analog Kid...

[@nodrush80]

The most endangered species the honest man is my favorite line.

[@thomasfolkner4730]

Alex was using HIWATT amps during this album

[@thesean3194]

Rush was just built differently. Their 80s catalogue is next level for a three piece rock band.

[@kentandersonrocks]

Love Rush. You also need to add some Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers to your review of the vinyl realm. Big missing section, including Petty's solo career, Traveling Wilburys, etc.

[@KentBalzer]

You need to react to Freewill. That's my absolute favorite. Best guitar solo in the world. Except that the drums and bass are jamming at 11 at the same time.

[@scott4482]

ByTor and the Snow Dog

[@tonywhite6054]

Especially the live version

[@scott4482]

@@tonywhite6054 I like the ATWAS version but I think for a first listener, the studio version might work better

[@jamesraleigh4299]

One of the "deep" lyrics reflecting the human rat race was the line "All the busy little creatures chasing out their destinies, Living in their pools they soon forget about the sea...."

[@777vvg]

Please react to RUSH - Xanadu (Exit Stage Left 1981 Live Version)

[@squamishfish]

I would like the comment below also suggest Jacobs Ladder .to see another side of their music to show why this is one of the greatest live show bands ever

[@edwardwilliams8238]

Great song, there is so much going on here. Rush are incredibly gifted musicians .

[@thomaswalkowiak815]

I know you'll love twenty one twelve

[@kevinwheesysouthward9295]

Two one one two. Ha ha. Never heard it said that way.

[@amyperry7552]

Great reaction! The Live version of this song (1997/06/30 - Molson Amphitheatre, Toronto, Ontario) is truly better than the studio version, believe it or not. I actually like it better than Working Man Live in Cleveland and even Xanadu. When you get to Xanadu, it's just a prerequisite to watch the Live performance, so I have confidence you'll get to Xanadu Live. But Geddy's voice in this Live performance is exceptional and the transitions are exceptional and of course Neil and Alex are exceptional. I think the lyrics are more impactful in the Live version. I implore you to watch it.

[@AnthonyKellett]

Thought I'd just mention two things. First, if you listen to any of the 1981 live Exit Stage Left performances, it's best to use the 'Stickhits' remasters, in my opinion. Second, the only issue I have, with the live Natural Science performances, is that they always (as far as I'm aware) miss out verse two of 'Permanent Waves' and Alex's second solo.

[@Shigawire]

200th like! Great react. Cogent analysis. If you listen to 2112, I recommend you listen to the official comic book version.

[@lauriivey7801]

I like that you comment about the lyrics and the meanings of the songs ... It proves that you are truly listening - - So many people do 'reactions' that just have"ooh-ahhh" comments which makes it obvious that they don't take the group seriously - - I'm really enjoying your insight

[@robertoneill1559]

We all seem to loose the big picture at some point. This song in the beginning starts at a 30k view, into the tidal pools, then fast forward into the future, to end back at the beginning. Meaning of Cyclical existence ? Or our own concept of civilization? Both? Neither? 😊 thoughts?

[@surfeit5910]

Just subbed :) I don't often recommend this song/video to people listening to Rush early on since just taking in their music shorts out people's brains. But this is a good song to listen to where they held back on the music and let the lyrics make their point - "The Pass - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4Wre6lpiKaAeLs This song and others like it, are the reason some of us were sobbing like babies over Neil's death instead of just being sad about losing a great drummer.

[@CygnusKC]

Not to be a nit-picker, but just for the sake of accuracy, the Rush album "2112" is pronounced "Twenty-one twelve", as in the year.

[@tonyking399]

I wish you.d comment about Neils....drumming...

[@snowdog0312]

My RUSH litmus test, for lack of a better word for the newbies, resides among two songs which exist on Permanent Waves. If you befuddle your way through Jacobs Ladder, and, Natural Science, the most wonderfully menacingly brilliant arrangements, you are on the right track that will change your life forever; and that’s a good thing. Just try to not listen to what your girlfriend has to say. Which quite possibly could be the biggest hurdle you’ll ever overcome. And, to all you guys, if by some random stroke of luck found a chick who actually likes RUSH, consider yourself one of the lucky ones thus get your skinny ass to a church and marry that girl. ;-) Marty

[@foxbat1766]

I married one that 'doesn't mind RUSH... does that count? 😆

[@dgp9627]

I was a die-hard Rush fan by the age of 16. I introduced my boyfriend to Rush the first week we met. He loved them and passed the test. So I married him. 😂

[@ritchmoore1442]

Superb reaction! 😎

[@jackteppo9633]

2112 is da Boom!!@

[@Stogie2112]

Wheels within wheels in a spiral array A pattern so grand and complex Time after time we lose sight of the way Our causes can't see their effects Some of Neil's best poetry! Human beings are so caught up in their tiny little worlds that they don't realize how they're affecting the greater world around them.

[@markferrett700]

Quite simply three geniuses at the peak of their creativity and masters of their art. 2112 is pronounced..." twenty-one twelve 🤟 an absolute classic album.

[@grazynafrey7545]

A masterpiece. A band ending the album with something like this tells you how great they are.

[@nflr92]

When I was in college in the early 80's, my buddy lived in my apartment and was teaching himself how to play bass. All his song books were Rush. So I tried as well and this was the song I worked on for the entire semester. High bar. Got some parts but you can probably guess the parts where I said to myself "No way in hell....ever"

[@michaelbriefs9764]

Thank you for your thoughtful analysis and appreciation of our favorite band! One thing you said did take me aback tho -- Although, upon a few seconds of reflection, the comparison between Bon Scott and Geddy Lee makes sense, on a certain level, I would never have thought to group them together. While I appreciate what AC/DC did, now that I am older and can see more of the "playing field", as it were, I've never been a huge fan of them. I saw them love on the "For Those About to Rock" tour and I spent most of my time either laughing at Angus Young's hyperactive insanity on stage or gawking at all the human debris in the mezzanine; those poor souls who had had too much to drink or smoke or both, and who were seriously getting medical attention as a result. I was a bit of a music snob back then -- mostly Prog Rock like Rush & Genesis, Fusion Jazz like Brand X, Return to Forever, & Mahavishnu Orchestra, and then also the new music coming out of Punk and New Wave -- huge on U2, The Police, English Beat, The Ramones, Simple Minds, etc. fan -- so I didn't relate to the AC/DC scene much. The show was during December (in the Washington D.C. area) and the band brought out some guys in Reindeer and Santa Clause costumes and made fun of and abused them, on stage...you know, for laughs. Ugh. But, as I grew up, I really started to appreciate the crusher, time-stomp-perfect rhythm section in that band (I'm a drummer)! And I admired their staying power and longevity and their BRAND -- classic, BIG, hook-y, badass, Blues-based Hard Rock! They never let their fans down and they commanded the world's biggest stages, and you have to respect that! So, while I'll never be a true Bon Scott or Brian Johnson fan, I do like the way you gave Geddy and Bon respect, and you compared them so positively. Well said, Al! I'm glad you are getting into Rush! There is SO much more greatness to experience!

[@ashleygraham8781]

AC/DC are like beer at a house party - plenty of it and a good time will be had. But I save the really good stuff for the ones who stay on later afterwards to appreciate 👍

[@somersetcace1]

Enjoyed sharing that one with you. Neil sure had an incredible mind along with his percussive ability. When I first heard this I felt like the lyrics were kind of forced into the music, but after I heard it a few times and sort of understood the progression of the song it made more sense. Kind of reminds me of an old Beatles lyric actually. "There's nothing you can say that can't be sung."

[@niged]

Great reaction to a epic track. Check it out live! Snakes and Arrows tour circa 2008. Unbelievable

[@dab_family9405]

If you're going to do another Rush song, then "Xanadu" is probably their most iconic song. It's long, 70% instrumental, and a bit like some symphonic piece for an orchestra. And if you're feeling crazy enough for a 25 minute "song", then "2112" is a great piece. If you can do a video, then I would, and I'd get the one with an accompanying graphic novel. If you just do the music, then I'd break tradition, and read a synopsis beforehand.

[@cjonesufc]

As a musician and Rush fan for roughly 40 years now I have some thoughts regarding more Rush reactions. First off, live Rush is the best Rush. For the most part, anyway. Their music sounds great from the studio, but live it always sound more full and they spent decades refining their songs on stage. They stayed true to the songs, of course, but they also managed to improve many of them. A perfect example is “La Villa Strangiato”. They had to record it in three sections because it was beyond their capability to play outright when the wrote it. Over the years they made small changes and flourishes so there are now many “versions” of it. One of my favorites is from “Rush in Rio”. It features some of Alex’s best guitar work, as well as one of his rants which is pretty funny. I would recommend you watch that next. If, however, you were curious about the development of the song I’d say start with the studio version followed by the ones from “Exit Stage Left”, “Rush in Rio”, and finally “Time Machine” 2011 in Cleveland. Have fun! I’ve subscribed in the hopes you check some of this out!

[@kevie1166]

Are you from Lagrande Oregon? I was just there last week

[@dgp9627]

You're doing a great job on the Rush analyses! Their song lyrics are often metaphorical (not to mention metaphysical!) and can take some thought to decipher. Neil Peart wasn't called The Professor just for kicks! I appreciate the thoughtfulness you put in your Rush reactions. They're an incredibly gifted, multi-faceted trio, and their music deserves thoughtfulness. We may start listening to Rush because of the incredible, mind-blowing music, but we stay for the lyrics, the heart and soul of their music. Not all of their songs are deep, though, some of them are just plain fun, like Train to Bangkok or Twilight Zone. Fun, with a bit of strange mixed in. It is Rush, after all...😂

[@michaelatkinson8291]

Permanent Waves in my humble opinion is the best sounding Rush album in terms of production & sonics. The 3 instruments just sound superb on this album & as fresh today as back in 1980.

[@crazyfingers19]

My fave

[@CAdams6398]

They achieved their best overall sound on 'Moving Pictures', specifically Neil's drums!

[@jacquesjrviens3384]

Take the time to read the lyrics bro !

[@cochese95]

Yeah don’t forget this a reaction video not an analysis. so just interested in your initial reactions. If you were to doing an analysis then there is no way you could get much on a first listen because it is so long and so much going on. You would need multiple listens for this.

[@motodork]

Here's what this song means to me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIDMmnSHnJyngpo