2112: I. Overture, II. The Temples of Syrinx, Ill. Discovery, IV. Presentation, V. Oracle: The Dream, VI. Soliloquy, VII. Grand Finale Lyrics by Rush
2112 (40th Anniversary)
1976
[I. Overture 0:00-4:31] [Instrumental Intro] [Verse] And the meek shall inherit the earth [II. The Temples of Syrinx 04:31-06:47] [Verse 1] We've taken care of everything The words you read, the songs you sing The pictures that give pleasure to your eye It's one for all, and all for one We work together, common son Never need to wonder how or why [Chorus] We are the Priests of the Temples of Syrinx Our great computers fill the hallowed halls We are the Priests of the Temples of Syrinx All the gifts of life are held within our walls [Verse 2] Look around at this world we've made Equality, our stock-in-trade Come and join the Brotherhood of Man Oh, what a nice, contented world Let the banners be unfurled Hold the Red Star proudly high in hand [Chorus] We are the Priests of the Temples of Syrinx Our great computers fill the hallowed halls We are the Priests of the Temples of Syrinx All the gifts of life are held within our walls [III. Discovery 06:47-10:15] [Instrumental Break] [Verse 1] What can this strange device be? When I touch it, it gives forth a sound It's got wires that vibrate and give music What can this thing be that I found? [Verse 2] See how it sings like a sad heart And joyously screams out its pain Sounds that build high like a mountain Or notes that fall gently like rain [Verse 3] I can't wait to share this new wonder The people will all see its light Let them all make their own music The Priests praise my name on this night [IV. Presentation 10:15-13:57] [Verse 1] I know it's most unusual to come before you so But I've found an ancient miracle I thought that you should know Listen to my music and hear what it can do There's something here as strong as life I know that it will reach you [Verse 2] Yes, we know, it's nothing new, it's just a waste of time We have no need for ancient ways, the world is doing fine Another toy that helped destroy the elder race of man Forget about your silly whim, it doesn't fit the plan, no [Verse 3] I can't believe you're saying these things just can't be true Our world could use this beauty, just think what we might do Listen to my music and hear what it can do There's something here that's as strong as life I know that it will reach you [Verse 4] Don't annoy us further! Oh, we have our work to do Just think about the average, what use have they for you? Another toy that helped destroy the elder race of man Forget about your silly whim, it doesn't fit the plan! [Instrumental Break] [Guitar Solo] [V. Oracle: The Dream 13:57-15:57] [Verse 1] I wandered home through silent streets And fell into a fitful sleep Escape to realms beyond the night Dream, can't you show me the light? [Verse 2] I stand atop a spiral stair, an oracle confronts me there He leads me on light years away Through astral nights, galactic days I see the works of gifted hands That grace this strange and wondrous land I see the hand of man arise with hungry mind and open eyes [Verse 3] They left our planets long ago The elder race still learn and grow Their power grows with purpose strong To claim the home where they belong Home to tear the Temples down, home to change! [VI. Soliloquy 15:57-18:19] [Verse 1] The sleep is still in my eyes, the dream is still in my head I heave a sigh and sadly smile and lie awhile in bed I wish that it might come to pass, not fade like all my dreams [Verse 2] Just think of what my life might be in a world like I have seen! I don't think I can carry on, carry on this cold and empty life Oh, no! [Instrumental Break] [Guitar Solo] My spirits are low in the depths of despair My lifeblood… spills over [VII. Grand Finale 18:19-20:33] [Instrumental] [Guitar Solo] [Outro] Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation We have assumed control We have assumed control We have assumed control
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