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Jacob’s Ladder Lyrics by Rush

Permanent Waves (40th Anniversary)

1980

[Instrumental Intro 00:00-00:47]

[Verse]
The clouds prepare for battle
In the dark and brooding silence
Bruised and sullen storm clouds
Have the light of day obscured
Looming low and ominous
In twilight premature
Thunder heads are rumbling
In a distant overture

[Instrumental Break 01:20-04:19]

[Bridge]
All at once, the clouds are parted
Light streams down in bright unbroken beams

[Instrumental Break 04:30-06:51]

[Outro]
Follow men's eyes as they look to the skies
The shifting shafts of shining weave the fabric of their dreams
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About “Jacob’s Ladder” by Rush

Read the complete lyrics to "Jacob’s Ladder" by Rush from the album "Permanent Waves (40th Anniversary)" in 1980. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Canada, Canadian Rock, In English.

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"Jacob’s Ladder" appears on "Permanent Waves (40th Anniversary)" in 1980.

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