RUSH Limelight Reaction 🎵 *THIS IS DEEP!*
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Neil Peart wrote this song about his feelings on fame. Being famous felt so unreal to him, because it had so little bearing on his relationships offstage. As a gangly shy kid, he felt that he'd been miscast as a famous rock star. He realized that being in the limelight was a dream come true with respect to the group's public image: "The universal dream for those who wish to seem."
On the other hand, it was an impediment to maintaining real-world relationships:
Those who wish to be
Must put aside the alienation
Get on with the fascination
The real relation
...
Geddy Lee said that this one line described Neil's relationship with the media perfectly: "I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend." He was notorious for coming off as cold and standoffish, but in later interviews, he stated that this was unintentional. He was simply shy and didn't really know what to say to someone who seemed to know so much more about him than he knew about them.
The one line that really resonated with Brad is actually a reference to a scene from William Shakespeare's As You Like It that begins like this:
All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts,
...
Neil Peart was really well-read, and his lyrics reflect that. According to the various Rush documentaries that I've seen, he accidentally became the group's lyricist when Geddy Lee noticed him reading and writing lots of poetry on tour. He was tired of struggling with both the lyrics and music, so he asked Neil to pitch in with the lyrics. Neil was happy to take that role on, and the rest is rock history.
Very very well said
Very well read... 😜 Excellent summary of the piece.
..not much I could add
You left out my favorite part...the underlying theme.
perfect
"When do you listen to something like this?" Whenever you want to hear great music from one of the greatest bands ever!
Exactly. It's art, not necessarily background for something else.
Yep, if you're going to just sit and consciously listen to music (like people used to do), you need something that runs deep on a number of levels.
Rush is the occasion
Often!🤘😎🤘
It's not background. It's foreground.
"All the World's a Stage." Welcome to Shakespeare, Brad. :)
Yes, Neil read a lot.
I wonder how many other songs reference Shakespeare?
@@williamshelton4318 Elton John, Radiohead, Lou Reed, The Band, Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello...
"Good artists borrow. Great artists steal." - Anyone who wrote a #1 hit.
I avoided Shakespeare partly on purpose by taking journalism classes in High School instead of English. I can't fault any one for not picking up on the refs. That was a couple of decades ago and you can't avoid Shakespeare forever. There's a new Macbeth coming out with Denzel soon.
@@bothellkenmore And he'll say the same words written 400 years ago, just as Leonardo Di Caprio did in Romeo and Juliet. Damn, now THAT'S writing.
All I do is type...
From William Shakespeare's "As You Like It":
All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts,
His acts being seven ages....
"That the powerful play goes on, and you may contribute a verse."
Whitman
You're starting to get it, Brad! Rush is deep, makes you think 🤔 Not just three amazing musicians...they got bars, too 😄🤘
There are a lot of time signature changes throughout. Rick Beato does a nice breakdown of the whole song.
He’s a great start for their education in music appreciation
Rick’s breakdowns are the best.
Geddy once said in an interview (I paraphrase here), I'm in Rush. My favorite meter is 7/8.
When Lex smiles, I smile.
It’s automatic
Rush drummer (the late) Neil Peart wrote 'Limelight' about his personal struggle w/ fame... Peart was a shy, awkward geek who played drums in Canada... From 1974 til 1980, Rush went from 3 nobodies to international stars.
So, it was difficult for Peart to come offstage... and fans would be mobbing him... banging on his hotel room for autographs... heaping praise on him. He was very uncomfortable w/ that kind of attention from strangers... his privacy was gone.
This was his way of telling fans that he couldn't be this character people wanted to see. He couldn't be this people-friendly guy... he was shy & private ... so he came off as cold and distant.
Bassist Geddy Lee describes the motivation for "Limelight" in a 1988 interview:
Limelight was probably more of Neil's song than a lot of the songs on that album in the sense that his feelings about being in the limelight and his difficulty with coming to grips with fame and autograph seekers and a sudden lack of privacy and sudden demands on his time ... he was having a very difficult time dealing with. I mean we all were, but I think he was having the most difficulty of the three of us adjusting; in the sense that I think he's more sensitive to more things than Alex [Lifeson] and I are, it's difficult for him to deal with those interruptions on his personal space and his desire to be alone. Being very much a person who needs that solitude, to have someone coming up to you constantly and asking for your autograph is a major interruption in your own little world.
Can`t pretend a stranger. Yes man, Peart was a very unique as well as talented man. He is with us here on record, thank God, and Rest now from labor Neil !
The best kind of lyrics, the ones that allow you to read your own perspective into it. Brad got DEEP here. This is one of the big draws for Rush fans. Their lyrics are second to none
Yeah I'm glad Brad liked this one. It's a fantastic song. In a lot of ways Rush is a great band because they can appeal to both those who appreciate lyrics but also instrumentals. Their lyrics are always poetic, and insighful while being paired with instrumentals that are some of the most intricately woven in the industry.
Lex-very astute observation concerning the timing and the comparison to Zep's "Black Dog". You're right, it's counted 1-2-3, 1-2-3. The time signature for that section is 6/8.
Brad-you sussed out the meaning of the lyrics, right on. It's about being famous, which Neil always struggled with a bit. Especially the line:
"I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend", referring to the awkwardness of meeting fans who feel like they know you, and you've never met them before.
I agree that was a great call by Lex. Time signatures built around 4's and 3's sound completely different. It's one thing to perceive the differences. But to express it in terms of numbers like that was really impressive.
I often wonder what goes through Lex's mind when she's listening to music; it's like she's engaging it on some other level entirely. You can see the wheels turning when you look in her eyes.
It's a great counterpoint to Brad's focus on lyric and meaning. What a great dynamic! I've become a big fan!
She also connected it with the dropped beat in Black Dog. She's a sharp one - an intuitive thinker.
As a couple both bring something different but integral to music reaction. This dynamic is why I enjoy these.
i think it's 7/4
@@terrylandess6072 I too like how the each raises the other's awareness about aspects of what a 'song' actually 'is.'
That's so cool that you realized the song is in 3/4 time (3 beats per measure) instead of 4/4. This is one of those songs that you have to pay attention to each instrument individually to really appreciate what each guy is adding to the music.
This song changes time signature about 13 times.
"Check out the big brain on Brad!" - I like your analysis
Everytime Brad gives, what I think is a great insight, that line from Pulp Fiction comes to mind 😂😂
just missing the big kahuna burger
I love the guitar solo. Alex wanted something that slowed the tempo and expressed the sadness that having to deal with fame can create and I think he and the band nailed it, of course.
Please check out “Free Will” by Rush.
I think Brad will dig the lyrics and it’s another great musical performance by this incredible band.
Plus, it’s a sentiment we ALL need to hear in these times.
And the solo break in Freewill
And the solo break in Freewill is the greatest 60 seconds in my musical lifetime (everytime I hear it!)
If I started my own religion "Free Will" would be it's primary hymn.
I love the philosophical takes in Rush's songs, and Freewill most of all. And that's on top of the great music and killer solo!
A great crunchy guitar combined with insightful lyrics makes for a memorable song.
I love that: Maybe the part that makes you unique is a part you don't even know about. Lexi!
woo hoo! Super cool.
This is off Moving Pictures probably my favorite Rush album.R.I.P. The drummer Neil Peart who also wrote all the lyrics for Rush.They were such an influence on me growing up.👍
When you break down the drums, guitar and bass. Then see how they weave with each other in this tune. It’s a total eargasm.
Not gonna lie…. Here to see Lex react, that smile can light up many a darkness…. But my guy Brad, won me over with his reaction to the lyric🤙
I heard a great story illustrating the childlike innocence of RUSH; when they arrived backstage at their first big concert, they saw all the food laid out and asked “Is this free?”
Neil Peart wrote all the lyrics that Geddy Lee sang.He was called "The Professor" in part because of his poetic mastery in writing lyrics.
Rush is a thinking man’s band. They are also known as musician’s musicians
If you enjoyed the Lyrics of this one, you've GOT TO react to Rush's 1982 song 'Losing it'. Fantastic music, fantastic lyrics!
Nothing like writing a song that explains your retirement 35 years before you retire.
Do NOT make them cry. Yet.
@@mlinderict Lachrymal, again, but with a smile. Thanks for reminding me.
Losing It is a must!!!!
Losing It is the shit!
Rush is a thinkers band......the thoughts and philosophy Neil wrote about helped define the way I wanted to think about life
There’s another song from this album you guys might consider: “Witch Hunt.” Brad will appreciate the lyrics for it, and Lex will dig how cinematic it feels.
And Vital Signs
So glad you are experiencing this iconic Canadian rock band. I'm from their hometown and have always been a huge fan.🇨🇦🤠👍
It's about being famous and people think they know you, and that you want to know them
Great Rush songs, lyrically: Subdivisions, Time Stand Still, Dreamline, and many others. We’d all gladly follow you both down this rabbit hole
I love that you guys are enjoying Rush. I’ve been listening since the late 70s and saw them live right through to their final tour. Modest and immensely talented - I miss them so much. Their music got me through so much. They have such an incredibly deep catalog to draw from - keep it up.
In another Rush video, Lex says "So many changes... So many cool sounds" - I most definitely agree with her.
It sums up every song ever recorded by Rush.
Time stand still next please, great song and great meaning.
That's the thought that ran through my head the first time I held my daughter. I just wanted that moment to last a bit longer❤
2:19 Those lyrics right there is the heart & soul of the song. They're singing about what fame it's like from 'his' perspective. We as the 'audience' see it based on what we see. He's telling us what it's like on the other side of the lens.
Very, very perceptive on the count, Lex! A different vibe, indeed. These guys were my favorite band for many of my teenage years, and, oddly (lol) my parents let me drive almost 3 hrs. with some friends on my 16th birthday to go see them in concert, lol. They were an eternally optimistic band and were all three ridiculously talented musicians and songwriters. You guys should dig deep and get into the 2112 suite on the 2112 album. It consists of the entire first side, but is well worth it. Reactors seem love it. Cheers!
Neil Peart's death still takes my breath away. I died a little inside when he left. If for nothing else I want to thank your channel for keeping his spirit alive.
Y'all are quickly becoming my favorite reactors. Rush is deep, always. But please give "Free Will" a reaction. Or "Turn the Page". This band will never fail to make you think, feel, and love!
Not only was Neil Peart was arguably the best drummer ever, He is also one helluva lyricist. It makes one wonder how does this band create such great songs about a large variety of real life topics.
They live in Canada, enough said😊
Great reaction, good interpretation, Rush rarely disappoints, neither do you guys! Enjoyed!
This was the song that turned me on to Rush. Neil was an amazing musician and human being who landed a job with two other amazing musicians and human beings. "Beyond the Lighted Stage" gave me a deeper appreciation for Rush musically and on the human level. The coolest thing I ever heard Neil speak was at the band's induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame when he said while they joked about such a thing not really being a big deal, it is actually a big deal. Almost like he and the band transcended the theme of Limelight. RIP Neil...you are missed. Your reactions to this song really hit home. Rush makes you think on a whole other level.
This song is a really personal one for the drummer, Neil Peart (RIP). He was a very shy person, and was never comfortable at meet and greets, or fan events, because he was so uncomfortable around strangers. He had difficulty "putting on the mask" and being a smiley, superhero rock star. He was a super-sensitive thinker, who read a lot and wrote a lot (he has several books he wrote, as well almost all of Rush's songs). He just couldn't deal with people hero worshiping him and acting like they knew him just because they liked his music. So while most people would view being a rock star as the ultimate dream, he was always uncomfortable with it and felt totally out of place other than when onstage playing with his friends.
Rush has to be one of my favourite such a Amazing sound the have 🔥🤘🔥
Brad and Lex: good ears! You talked about the speed feeling like a 3 count - most of this song is in 4/4 time, but there are definitely bars in 3/4. Great catch!
Rush is perfect for you guys...all the deep, intricate lyrics for Brad to work out the meaning of, and the rich, powerful music to give Lex all the warm feels!
I'm with Lex the music comes first and then the Lyrics. Great show keep up the good work.
Keep working it out Brad. Rush is like solving a math problem. Very few people (if any) get everything out of a Rush song on the first try.
I personally tackle the music first then break down the lyrics. I still hear something new each time. That's why it's smart music for weirdos.
I always felt Neil was speaking of the whole fan experience. They have to “pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend”. Meeting the fans and the reaction to the band. We are all just people but celebrity worship eludes some. Neil Pearr was one of those.
I watched the Rush documentary and they talked about how neil could never quite embrace the personal interactions with fans and he was overwhelmed by them. He wrote this song to express those feelings
Thanks for your Rush reaction videos. As a lifelong Rush fan who has listened to these songs hundreds of fans it is always fun to watch new listeners bump into this stuff. I also like your videos because most Rush reaction videos focus so much on the music: :"This is in the key of C, now they are switching E", or "This is in 3/4 and now they moved to 7/8". You guys focus on the lyrics, which is so often missed by the other videos. They spend so much time talking about the technicality of the music (which is certainly deserving of all that attention) but say nothing about the meaning of the song. You guys find the meaning, or what it means to you. Again, as a lifelong fan it is cool to see what you, as new listeners, get from these songs.
The two of you are so adorable, Very nice chemistry between the two of you when you discuss music. Is Lex a musician? She really responds to Rush the way musicians do, picking up on subtle time changes and tones. Lex, I think it's time to release your inner Geddy Lee, Lol!
Best lyricist ever!. When doing Rush reactions, as interesting and captivating as their live performance are, you should have the lyrics in sight. Neil is a genius and a prophet. His words still have meaning are still relevant socially 40 years later. Songs like Natural science, witch hunt, vital signs, Subdivisions, Losing it. Available light and a 100 more, are still right on point and offer a unique vision of the world and society itself. He will never be replaced.
One of the things I love about Rush . Is all the instruments are at the forefront. Nothing overshadows the other . Everything is blended so well that if you zone on one instrument, you can follow it all the way through. You can't do that with too many bands . Things fade in n out.. but rush were masters of the proper blend .. my opinion.. great reaction you two . 🤘🏼
I love Brad's appreciation for Neil's lyricism.
You guys might enjoy "Entre Nous" by Rush. It explores the same themes of how we relate to each other.
Good taste Brad. And Lex picks up on the time signatures. It's one of the best songs ever made.
Living in the limelight, the universal dream for those who wish to SEEM
Those who wish to BE, must put aside the alienation, get on with the fascination, the underlying theme.
All of us.
Awesome song. Lifeson's solo in this is short but sweet. Great artists. Some of the best. Masterclass.
I’m always commenting about Lex but I want to say I appreciate Brad’s attention to the lyrics and consideration of the meaning. You two make a great combination!
Rush always plays with time signatures, switching a number of times between weird ones often in the same song
I think you guys would like Freewill by Rush. Amazing music, and lyrics
Neil Peart the drummer was also the lyrist and he was a very shy and private person who had a hard time with fame. The line I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend is how he about being approached by fans.
check out Natural Science by them. cheers
Alex Lifeson makes you FEEL with his guitar solos. Beautiful construction and touch. He is so emotive here.
Love the high sustained feedback note at the end of the guitar solo.
no its about being famous and having to deal with fans bothering you.
Rush was always different. The timing was always changing because Neil was and is the greatest drummer of all time. Canadian geniuses, always environmentalists, friendly, thoughtful, smart and I always enjoyed the way Rush was so Canadian. Neil wrote this and he was always dealing with his lack of desire to play the roll of being famous. Limelight was a description of Neil Pearts interaction with fanatics of his drumming and admirers of his lyrical skills. He was the professor.
I got to see Rush Live in 2011 when they played Dublin on their Time Machine Tour one of the best gigs
I`ve ever been to, unbelievable sound for 3 guys on stage and to see Neil Peart (R.I.P.) do his thing man I`ll never forget it, Neil was also the Lyricist for the band, you should check out more of their stuff you won`t be disappointed, peace & love to you both from Ireland ✌💚☘
I've always loved this song. I'm glad more people are being introduced to it.
Fantastic analysis of Rush’s “Limelight”! You caught the numerous different time signatures (7/4, 3/4, 4/4) and a lot of the lyrical depth in this classic. Much appreciation for some of the best Rush reaction vids on TH-cam!
Each another's audience beyond the gilded cage.
So much talent from three guys. Always loved Rush.
Love the Shakespearean lyrics. And Peart's drumming is off the charts.
Lyrics are a big part of Rush’s appeal for fans. Definitely something worth looking into
Rush's Freewill is a jam, too.
Neil Peart the drummer is The Lyricist for the band and he was never a fan of greeting fans like the line in the song, I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend.
Brad you're going to love rush because the lyrics are incredibly deep! You have one hell of a rabbit hole to jump down! I highly recommend the garden, closer to the heart, the pass, nobody's hero that's just for starters
Rush is known for their time signatures
They are an incredible band
That smile at 5:16 ! I react the same everytime I listen to that guitar. She felt it too,bro, keep her.
My favorite band since 1974! Ive seen them play live over 10 times. ❤️
Crazy how Lex could pick out the 6/8 time signature( 3 feel) in the solo section without knowing what it is. Good job Lex!
love you guys. So cool watching you expierence these songs for the 1st time and your reactions = priceless.
Love your reaction! It's cool to get a fresh unbiased opinion on one of my favorite Rush songs. How great to see new faces lending their voices to great musicians from Canada! Thanks for Keepin' it real guys! :)
So much fun to watch you youngsters trying to grasp the level of musical skill and creative composition that it took so many hundreds of hours to master.
You two are much smarter than me. Love watching you discuss these songs. I've heard these songs for years. but your fresh eyes and logic help me hear them again for the first time. Thank God for you, both.
I like that you two really try to dissect each song. One of my favorite reaction channels.
Yet again guys a brilliant reaction. Rush are one of my favourite bands . Lex your analysis of the song timing and comparing to Black Dog was brilliant. Brad you are so right about the lyrics dude...we are indeed all actors on this worlds stage.
I really enjoy listening to your reactions ..your knowledge , enthusiasm and love shines through . I always end up with a smile on my face. Take care, stay safe. Peace and love from Liverpool UK 👍✌️🤘
Hey, Brad with the imaginative take - awesome. Really enjoy the thought process you guys go through listening to these tunes I grew up with.
Always loved playing this! Great song/band/reaction, thanks, cheers!
Your knowing little smile every time the guitar solos come is wonderful to see. Thanks guys!
Just discovered you two. Subscribed. I am THANKFUL to have witnessed this band live during the Vapor Trails Tour. They sounded just as good live as the studio recordings. A remarkable band. :)
RUSH!!! The BEST band out of Canada EVER!!!!
As a 50 something, I was required by law to buy guitars during the COVID lockdown. Learning how to play some of my favorite songs is when I finally understood 3:4 time. That is so cool that you picked up on that change in the usual beat! I still can't play guitar worth a damn, but I can follow a beat now.
Brad, you hit it on the head with your "All the world's indeed a stage" analysis. Lyricist and drummer Neil Peart totes ripped that directly from Shakespeare, but in the best way possible. It dovetails into Limelight so perfectly and is literally the crux of the meaning of this song.
I love watching new Rush listeners....
They were the first concert I saw in 1991, and they remain to this day one of my favorite bands due to their complexity coupled with their straight ahead bad ass rock.
Great reaction. Brad, you got the meaning exactly right, and Lex, you got the musical intricacies right as well. Yay teamwork!
BRILLIANT Analysis Brad! Love your take on the song.
Yall always provide unique breakdowns from two different perspectives, and are usually both very much correct,, awesome.
You guys are freaking awesome. Im hooked!!!
Nicely said Brad. I love your analysis!
Great observation, Lex. Rush loves odd time signatures. Awesome!
Limelight is one of those few PERFECT songs.
Good observation, Rush's timing signatures are like no other band in the world, they are everywhere and so complicated they bring joy without the listener understanding why they have joy, they just have joy.
That's the most profound thing I've ever heard Brad say. Awesome!
A very good and spot on take on the words Mr. Brad! Cheers from Motown.
Brad you’re the rock and Lex is the roll. Perfect combination for all your reactions. Thx for sharing this masterpiece