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"Alien Shore" by Rush: Diving Below the Surface of the Lyrics

"Alien Shore" by Rush: Diving Below the Surface of the Lyrics

FromEvery Rush Song


"Alien Shore" by Rush: Diving Below the Surface of the Lyrics

FromEvery Rush Song

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Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Feb 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

"You and I, we reject these narrow attitudes. We add to each other, like a coral reef." We transcend the nonsense, unite, and analyze the lyrics and meaning of "Alien Shore" by Rush.

What the song means to each of us
Who is this "Alien Shore" about?
Shayne complains about the media and politics [Again!]
Gifts from Canada to the world
Can't we all just get along?
Our favorite lines from the lyrics
Shayne goes meta with his opinion about opinions
Times when we each reached for an alien shore
Is it possible to be too tolerant?
Giving peas and other vegetables their fair shake

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Discussing Alien Shore by Rush: Breaking Down Lyrics and Themes

In this episode, we examine the song Alien Shore by the band Rush. We cover the meaning of the lyrics, interpreting it as showing unity amongst individuals from different backgrounds and rejecting divisive attitudes. We discuss the binary views and polarization in society, propagated by the media and politicians for their benefit, which breeds division. They express their appreciation for the song's exploration of neurology and psychology. We then delve into some of our favorite lyrics, what they signify, how the band creates music with depth, and what we interpret from them.

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Released:
Feb 9, 2024
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Podcast episode

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