I. overture Words and music by geddy lee, alex lifeson, and neil peart
And the meek shall inherit the earth.
Ii. the temples of syrinx Words by neil peart, music by geddy lee and alex lifeson
... the massive grey walls of the temples rise from the Heart of every federation city. I have always been awed By them, to think that every single facet of every life is Regulated and directed from within! our books, our music, Our work and play are all looked after by the benevolent Wisdom of the priests...
Weve taken care of everything The words you hear the songs you sing The pictures that give pleasure to your eyes Its one for all and all for one We work together common sons Never need to wonder how or why
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
Look around this world we 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
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 Words by neil peart, music by alex lifeson
... behind my beloved waterfall, in the little room that was Hidden beneath the cave, I found it. I brushed away the Dust of the years, and picked it up, holding it reverently in My hands. I had no idea what it might be, but it was Beautiful ... ... I learned to lay my fingers across the wires, and to turn The keys to make them sound differently. as I struck the Wires with my other hand, I produced my first harmonious Sounds, and soon my own music! how different it could Be from the music of the temples! I cant wait to tell the Priests about it! ...
What can this strange device be? When I touch it, it gives forth a sound Its got wires that vibrate and give music What can this thing be that I found?
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
I cant 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 Words by neil peart, music by alex lifeson
... in the sudden silence as I finished playing, I looked up To a circle of grim, expressionless faces. father brown Rose to his feet, and his somnolent voice echoed Throughout the silent temple hall. ... ... instead of the grateful joy that I expected, they were Words of quiet rejection! instead of praise, sullen Dismissal. I watched in shock and horror as father brown Ground my precious instrument to splinters beneath his Feet...
I know its most unusual To come before you so But Ive found an ancient miracle I thought that you should know
Listen to my music And hear what it can do Theres something here as strong as life I know that it will reach you
Yes, we know its nothing new Its just a waste of time We have no need for ancient ways The world is doing fine
Another toy will help destroy The elder race of man Forget about your silly whim It doesnt fit the plan
I cant believe youre saying These things just cant be true Our world could use this beauty Just think what we might do
Listen to my music And hear what it can do Theres something here as strong as life I know that it will reach you
Dont annoy us further We have our work to do Just think about the average What use have they for you?
Another toy will help destroy The elder race of man Forget about your silly whim It doesnt fit the plan