My son passed away in December of last year and this song came to me in a dream, thinking my son was telling me he enjoyed it. Can't listen to it without crying now. My band is going to be learning it soon to honour him. Such a great song. Rest In Peace, Neil 🥁💙
@michaelyolch79
7 ай бұрын
I'm deeply and truly sorry for your loss. There is no greater pain. There are not enough words.
@eddaymusic
7 ай бұрын
Take care man.
@andrewdawson6217
7 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear
@DrMatey215
Ай бұрын
Sending you love and solace.
@01FUMBLE
6 жыл бұрын
Power Windows is a masterpeice
@brianrookard
6 жыл бұрын
Indeed, I could listen to Manhattan Project, Marathon, Territories, and Middletown Dreams in a row all day long. The bass and drums on these songs is simply sick. The lyrics are top notch and so meaningful. Along with Mystic Rhythms ... that makes Power Windows easily one of my favorite albums.
@Breno6181
4 жыл бұрын
Sem mais!
@mookyyzed2216
4 жыл бұрын
Very true! Rush at their talent peak.
@blackvalkyrion
4 жыл бұрын
Ufff what an álbum, one of my favorites
@shainawallace4618
4 жыл бұрын
Push play album
@dunder567
8 жыл бұрын
Alex's parts are always so interesting. Layered, complex, and unconventional.
@DrMackSplackem
4 жыл бұрын
Truly. Alex just perfectly musically embodied all of the longing Neil put into those words. Go spend some time in the middle of N. America, and you'll understand. There will never be another band quite like Rush.
@rhugh02
4 жыл бұрын
Alex so underrated... until you try to figure out his parts.
@batman1169
3 жыл бұрын
The concentration of Alex watching him on the changing parts are enjoyable to watch throughout this masterpiece!
@michaelloder5150
3 жыл бұрын
Reggie, Rushes Music that way its composed is very complex yet Balanced...the stuff that Alex composes is something from the old days of Beethoven, Bach, that era, to play that complex music back in the 70s so good like someone who plays it when they are established, to write music and compose it is Masterclass, he is the best Guitarist of all time....I think hes better then EVH for the sole reason of the complexity of the music written...and I know its hard to compare Guitarist, like Page, EVH, Hendrix, but I think hes a step above...they are all great...my edge goes to Alex.
@martinondrums
3 жыл бұрын
It took me 35 years to realize Alex is a genius. Understandable in this band. What an artist.
@BigUziVert2190
8 жыл бұрын
Power windows is one of their best albums and this is one of the albums best songs
@GeddyBre
7 жыл бұрын
This song is understood, by every single person who'd be elsewhere if they could.
@djm8341
4 жыл бұрын
Raises hand...
@tomwatson9032
4 жыл бұрын
"It's understood".
@muhammadfirman4464
3 жыл бұрын
i think every individuals has their own "Subdivision" and "Middletown Dreams" experience in their own life.
@9EricCN3
3 жыл бұрын
Grew up in the suburbs. I understand.
@muhammadfirman4464
3 жыл бұрын
@@9EricCN3 Hello there ! wow great to see a post rock fans in Prog video comments. Great to see the relation between Post and Prog Rock as soundtracks on human mind contemplation.
@isajr501
9 жыл бұрын
The final expression on Neil's face is worth the whole video!
@julien2231
7 жыл бұрын
Isaías Júnior haha yeah, i love when he gets reactions like these.
@corycastleman6351
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@kamb26
4 жыл бұрын
I he when he’s with the guys he’s just a normal dude. When he’s doing interviews and media stuff he’s much more reserved
@shawnsemchukmusic8915
4 жыл бұрын
At the end lmao... he was a beauty!
@mookyyzed2216
4 жыл бұрын
It was a treat to see him let his guard down.
@nelsongibson114
9 жыл бұрын
One of their greatest songs out of their synth period.
@kenmayfield877
8 жыл бұрын
+nelson gibson It always stood out for me, good catch....
@nelsongibson114
8 жыл бұрын
ken mayfield Definitely agree. This song stands out in many ways, and I personally find it to be an extremely underrated track.
@petes9845
7 жыл бұрын
So right, nelson!
@Dj2Splash
6 жыл бұрын
Totally! Love this song.
@ashleygraham8781
5 жыл бұрын
Amazing tune. Ties in well with Subdivisions. Intentional, or not.
@kostishasopoulos9816
6 ай бұрын
This song is definitely one of their finest ones. Blew me away the first time i heard it. Still blows me away. Came here after listening to it on the way to work.
@ericvonsteuben7533
5 ай бұрын
First time I heard it live was on the Power Windows tour in Philly in April '86. And thankfully I have a soundboard bootleg of that show. You can find it on KZitem.
@tommyboyer9835
Жыл бұрын
Still brings a tear to my eyes. R.I.P. Neil
@mikaelandersson3255
4 жыл бұрын
One of my absolute favorite songs with Rush. I remember when i first heard this song, it absolute blow me away. And specially the synth melody sling in the middle is something that i can hear a million times over and over. This is one of their best albums together with Signals. Keep drumming in heaven Neil. Thanks for so many incredible moments when i was sad, your drumming and Rush music always kept me going.
@christophermaynard1902
2 жыл бұрын
The synthesize melody never gets old that's the genius of rush.
@Dark_Knight_USA
Жыл бұрын
Greetings: That is not a "melody...". That is fill. However, Geddy- still rocks it good... As always. Sometimes it is difficult 2 think he never wanted 2 play piano / keyboard / synth. He learned 2 help evolve the band. Fortunately his playing supercedes his voice here. The later years were stressful on him. RIP Neil.
@bradcrosier1332
Ай бұрын
Agree with all of these comments!
@gregghelfi3304
4 жыл бұрын
Alex is so good here. Without seeing, I would have never been able to slightly comprehend what he is doing. So busy on this song. So underrated. Kills it!
@user-fu9vj9ix3g
5 ай бұрын
The guy is absolutely off the charts talented. I'm 68 and have had many conversations regarding great guitarists with friends over the years. We all talk the usual shit. Then someone mentions Alex, and everyone all together suddenly go..."ahhhh, yes...Lifeson."
@eliasmcclellan7940
8 жыл бұрын
This song saved my life back in the day. I'm sure I'm not alone.
@eliasmcclellan7940
7 жыл бұрын
Oh, that's powerful. I'm so glad we both hung tough. I'm sure your fam and friends are, too.
@siskokidd
7 жыл бұрын
How did Signals sound to you at first listen? For me it was life affirming. I was very into music at the time, as a listener and musician, and I counted on my favorite musicians and bands to regenerate my spirit with every new release. Signals did that for me.
@eliasmcclellan7940
7 жыл бұрын
The lyrics were amazing. Without Losing It, I would've never read Hemingway and Fitzgerald and Dos Passos. Countdown relit my passion for the space program.
@muhammadfirman4464
7 жыл бұрын
Well me too, that there are dreamers out there, which have to patiently waiting for their dreams coming true, and Neil Peart amazingly knew that ! This song, along with Bravado and Time Stands Still are my contemplation songs. They make my spirit rise again despite failure and setbacks.
@donjohnson5653
5 жыл бұрын
There always alot of meaning in there lyrics. The first time I read 2112 in the album had a story.very personal and emotional songs these guys sing. They have been my favorite since 1978..✌👊😎RUSH ON!!!
@paulme99
7 жыл бұрын
Most underrated guitar solo in history in under 20 seconds he says so much with his guitar.
@blackvalkyrion
4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree!!!!
@scottshields113
4 жыл бұрын
That's was Lifesons gift in soloing. He could create many moods in shorter solos. This song, the solo is perfect placement to the song
@chrissarahyates8691
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's one of his best
@kimmorepo6870
26 күн бұрын
On that album Geddy silenced almost all the synths for Alex's solos though the songs are dominated by them. A show of respect. The result is not more hollow due to heavy reverbing of gtr sound and razor sharp, complex rhythm work by Neil and Geddy. Fascinating.
@franksrok5843
3 жыл бұрын
Geddys bassline takes us on a journey. Incredible.
@brianwalker9585
9 жыл бұрын
What fucking brilliant band man... Can't get my head around how loose, but tight they are!
@jntdhome
10 жыл бұрын
This song meant a lot to me as a teen, back when Power Windows first came out. Still one of my favorites and glad to see it done live again.
@ManOffTTC
10 жыл бұрын
Wow, he can still do the magical "Ohhh" at 1:09! Thanks for making my day, Ged. A powerful song by a legendary band.
@yorklovesrush
8 жыл бұрын
+ManOffTTC I KNOW! It's amazing he can still do that part. And yet still some people here are saying that Geddy's voice is done for....I call BS.
@redpig6878
Жыл бұрын
That “Ohhhhhh” is literally the most heavy-hitting part of the song in the original and somehow he can still create the same emotion 30 years later
@jerseysautos1ky
4 жыл бұрын
RIP NEIL PEART!!!💔 GREATEST DRUMMER EVER!!!
@GoodSneakers
2 жыл бұрын
Still my favourite Rush album. The quality of every aspect of Power Windows in simply unbelievable. It’s all there - perfect running order, amazing songwriting, thought-provoking lyrics, beautiful instrumentation, stellar playing, extraordinary guitar work, a zillion drum sounds by Neil, and Geddy’s vocals on all time high.
@bethshair
10 жыл бұрын
LOVE THIS SONG!! So cool that they resurrected it for this tour.
@GreenHotDogz
6 жыл бұрын
1:09 super impressive. After all these years
@moparedtn
6 жыл бұрын
This one has all the Rush trademarks. Incredible individual mastery of their respective instruments. They're all three on fire here, especially Neil. Multiple changes of pace, jazzy improv part in the middle, Geddy hitting that note one more time. Most of all, that patented Rush groooove is present. Deep in the pocket, all of them. So blessed to be alive when they were performing.
@loud7070
5 жыл бұрын
I have heard Geddy say he is very proud of the Power Windows album. He very well should be as it is Rush at their 80's best. Love the boys !!!
@TYoungPhDRRT
7 ай бұрын
Another demonstration of musical and lyrical genius we likely will not see again.
@philiphall9609
Жыл бұрын
I cried when they played this. I purposely stayed away from the set list. And this shocked me beyond belief.
@zhaa82
7 жыл бұрын
Tears me up almost always.
@data129
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great music guys. Enjoy retirement. You have lived a great life Neil.
@killalavilla
8 жыл бұрын
I caught a number of shows on the PW tour. I was floored when they brought the album back for CA. What a pleasant surprise.
@brianleonard9872
4 жыл бұрын
Love Neil's expression at the ending. Such a great song.
@smkaraatli
10 ай бұрын
This song is THE genuine summary of Rush .. I miss you guys
@540kicker
2 ай бұрын
I can listening IT over and ower again and again, day by day.
@supercharger509
7 жыл бұрын
Goose bump city right here the greatest, period.
@julien2231
7 жыл бұрын
Eric Bolt the best song ever written from the best band of all time. words cannot describe the feelings i get when i hear that song. tears, goosebumps, joy, sadness... all of it!
@supercharger509
6 жыл бұрын
Luv you bro!
@FreedomZealot
9 жыл бұрын
To the best of my knowledge, this song has never been described as Part II of "Subdivisions," but it really should be.
@TheRedSetterr
9 жыл бұрын
+FreedomZealot If Subdivisions is from a teenagers' perspective, then this is most from an adult's...facing the real world.
@voxsecundus
7 жыл бұрын
But if you want a song about someone growing up and facing the real world, that's exactly what The Pass is about.
@jejehorizon2594
6 жыл бұрын
OMG to much best song ever here ahah
@arcticsmoke302
5 жыл бұрын
FreedomZealot just from the chorus drop I feel it’s the sequel to Analog Kid verses Subdivisions seeing as it’s about adolescent life in the big city!
@ChandlerTV100
5 жыл бұрын
I think Analog Kid is supposed to be, because Signals is (to the band at least) a concept album
@dusterBustah
8 жыл бұрын
This song has always been my favorite release of Power Windows...such a well structured song on every level
@brianrookard
6 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. This song is so, so powerful and meaningful.
@hermanhelmich
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely And those lyrics
@MrRushhans
9 жыл бұрын
this is so good....tears ...
@gabriel_mendez
6 жыл бұрын
A track from one of my favorite records... Just feel love for these guys.
@whatchagonnadowhentheycomeforu
3 жыл бұрын
If you're here in 2021, it means you have a good musical taste.
@6cynt9
3 ай бұрын
One of their best songs!
@benchipi2317
3 жыл бұрын
If i could bring just one song to a deserted island, this would be it...
@zerglilngvet5428
3 жыл бұрын
why?
@benchipi2317
3 жыл бұрын
@@zerglilngvet5428 because Rush is the thin red line of my life, an this song is my alltime favourite.
@paullavan3097
9 ай бұрын
Can there ever be a better version of this song? I think not. The bit where the keys kick in is beyond words and always will be, 'The middle-aged Madonna, calls her neighbour on the phone...' Sublime. RIP Professor.
@chriscassino6063
6 жыл бұрын
Can any other band play like this? Unreal
@brianrookard
6 жыл бұрын
No. The answer is really that simple. They are one of the most creative bands, and certainly the most technically proficient band, IMHO, that I've ever heard. They sound like no other, and most people who hear them for the first time can't believe that they are only a 3 piece band. Their music is so ... full ... as one commentator so aptly put it. The sounds they produce and their arrangements are so stunningly complex and the transitions are beautiful and powerful. They are a great, great band and influenced so many others.
@lawrencedavis5459
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you professor Peart.
@ericvonsteuben7533
5 ай бұрын
My favorite Rush song!
@davidxavier7868
2 жыл бұрын
A huge track! ... love me some 80s Rush despite how maligned that period is by some. Geddy's voice showing age but still smashing all those notes spot on. And Neil and Alex, stunning as always.
@sousaperesfernando
5 ай бұрын
Amor eterno por esta BIG banda.
@ixxgxx
4 жыл бұрын
Cried listening to this song on the skilift today. Rip Neil.
@doyledonehoo9735
8 ай бұрын
Top 5 Rush song for me. So complex. A nearly perfect composition.
@santyrush
9 жыл бұрын
Rush is magic.
@muhammadfirman4464
6 жыл бұрын
"...Dreams transport desires.....Drive you when you're down...." another prophetic words from Master Neil Peart.
@Dark_Knight_USA
Жыл бұрын
Greetings: Another version of a great song. RIP Neil.
@supercharger509
3 ай бұрын
Back again to listen to my favorite song of all time!
@2112mary-U2
9 жыл бұрын
Love this song. So glad they sang it on this tour.
@johnraspberry2269
4 жыл бұрын
The best band in the world!!!! i'm in love with them, having all their albums on CD's
@racefaceec90
7 жыл бұрын
the synth part at the end always gets me. it's like trying to reach for something you will never grasp but you keep trying anyway. awesome song from an awesome band
10 жыл бұрын
tears
@pantro614
10 жыл бұрын
tearing with ya bro lol
@joekuebler1026
9 жыл бұрын
Gabe King rush
@rocknrollrocks1
9 жыл бұрын
+João De Paula from eyes that only cry...
@AlienShore12
9 жыл бұрын
+João De Paula There's nothing more beautiful than a song that musically on its own reaches deep inside your soul and tears you up. Add these lyrics and it's a masterpiece. One of the best Rush songs me thinks.
@RiftenWhiterun
7 ай бұрын
One of my favorite Rush songs. So cool.
@danielhummel1279
8 жыл бұрын
In my opinion Power Windows was the best synth era album and it was great that they played a lot from it on this tour
@DrKFC69
6 жыл бұрын
Daniel Hummel I don’t see anyone disagreeing on that statement. Power Windows is just an amazing album... as for the CA Tour.. kind of a terrible set list, honestly
@changgames4637
6 жыл бұрын
By FAR their best synth era album. It's up with Moving Pictures, Permanent Waves, and Signals on my list.
@josie1776
3 жыл бұрын
@@changgames4637, except Permanent Waves, all other three are from the "synth era". LOL
@rosejones541
3 жыл бұрын
Lyrically a phenomenal album.
@lucasvieira8885
2 ай бұрын
My rank is: Power > Grace > Hold PS. I dont consider Signal belong the sinth era
@58MrMike
2 жыл бұрын
Those lyrics depress me terribly but I love this song. I played drums and have always lived in Middletown CT. Music never really worked out for me. My story in song.
@Mark-yn4vl
3 жыл бұрын
I had seen Rush 5 times before catching this tour. I lost my shit when they played this! They had never played it on any other tours I had caught them on. Power Windows has so many of my favorite Rush songs.
@jetrexdesign
2 жыл бұрын
This song drips with emotion and is one of my favorites of theirs. You can feel the lost dreams echoing off the skyscrapers.
@clarionflyer
3 жыл бұрын
I never realized this song was so much work! (Incredible song) Gheddy is singing his heart out (on top of everything else he does). Alex is doing some crazy playing (not on the album) I’m not sure how Neil made it through a show, considering this is only just one song! Amazing work ethic.
@themechaniacal1558
Жыл бұрын
Amazing. All of Power Windows is exceptional.
@daveyt4802
3 жыл бұрын
Miss my favorite band. :(
@joeljoy5522
Жыл бұрын
neil is killing it damnnnnnnnnnn
@francoiscorriveau3768
4 жыл бұрын
RIP Neil peart ! Thanks for that gem !
@nategrady
10 жыл бұрын
This concert was amazing, sounded so huge in the stadium! Cant wait to go see them again.
@Tuc082
8 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful song, such a masterpiece.
@billiovanna8379
4 жыл бұрын
The best there ever was. Saw every tour since moving pictures. Will never be duplicated!
@lesglover6515
6 жыл бұрын
What a completely awesome performance! These three musicians are just unbelievable!! I had forgotten how much I love this song.
@patrickmulcahy7074
4 жыл бұрын
Rush will ALWAYS be in their OWN category, and UNTOUCHABLE!
@NT-co1qw
3 жыл бұрын
To those criticize the vocals. As long as he's on pitch, and isn't using any aid (pitch correction). He was like 60 years old for god sake. This song was written when he was 34. Saying the vocals are terrible is just inaccurate. They're not great, but the song isn't ruined by it.
@rogeriohosokawa
10 жыл бұрын
Rush forever!!!!
@UltimoGuitarist2
5 жыл бұрын
This song is straight flames.
@sirscroddy
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe my favorite of the entire catalog. Not their most complicated or imaginative. But the theme of the song, with all of its highs and lows, just crushes me every time. That last keyboard chord ... chills.
@merrywissemes
6 ай бұрын
Nearly 40 years of listening to this song and I never realized almost the entire song could be played with just a snare, base drum, hi-hat, ride, and a couple crash cymbals. There’s one single trip around the toms that doesn’t occur till all the way after the 4 minute mark. I wonder if it was a conscious effort by Neil to stay off the toms as much as possible on this song.
@rhugh02
4 жыл бұрын
Love this song! Hair on my arm stands up! Badass any day now for sure!
@martintremblay5459
3 жыл бұрын
I am right back at 17... listening to Rush all the time. My 1st Rush song discovery was Power windows, Big Money. Videos Hits... hahaha. Could not ignore them any further. I been listening to Rush for 8 more hours in a day. I was completely impressed. Musicianship!
@robertpadua6096
2 жыл бұрын
This song is very impressive
@peterkiefel4324
2 жыл бұрын
I'm an Aussie and have been a fan of Rush since 1980. I never thought I'd get to see Rush live as they've never toured anywhere near Australia. So it was an unexpected but absolute joy to find myself in Indianapolis in 2012 and saw this tour. I was thrilled when they played this song!!! Also was really lucky to see them in Chicago on the R40 tour... so that was my Middletown dream come true!!
@shelleyharris2850
3 жыл бұрын
I used to be in sales. Was blessed to have a job I made a good living at. I'm retired now. disabilities.
@juancarlos-mj6kq
4 жыл бұрын
Fuc*ing beautiful song from the masters! Power Windows one of their underrated albums. Imo their best album of their more modern era.
@davejohnson607
3 жыл бұрын
Best drummer, best bass player,best guitarist best lyricist.best band ever...period.
@luigichiari1385
Жыл бұрын
Another beautiful music
@boboskeeper1
3 жыл бұрын
FAR MORE THAN ANY MAN CAN ENDURE So true in so many aspects
@apieceofdirt4681
8 жыл бұрын
Great version!!! Loves these guys!!!
@67Childintime
21 күн бұрын
Power Windows was the first proper Rush album I listed to and was blown away.
@williamkjwilliamkj1815
Жыл бұрын
This is like my new favorite Rush song. Poor Neil Peart.
@pineapplepeanuts
7 жыл бұрын
One of their best songs. Has a similar feel as Subdivisions. Always great to hear this gem live.
@muhammadfirman4464
7 жыл бұрын
Yes it did, so many people still "dream in middletown", still failed to reach their dreams
@DTplayer1
8 ай бұрын
I was at this show. Great show
@anthemgunaether2914
3 жыл бұрын
Aw man... I was sooo into this and caught in this greatness... I saw Neil having fun at the end there and just thought of how much I miss him, how much WE all miss him. Love this band like family I’ve never met. Such gifts they have given us with their talent.
@johnp8355
3 жыл бұрын
I listen to Rush to bring me back to where I need to be
@dirklyssens8936
3 жыл бұрын
Topic. Best synthrocknumber ever. RIP Neil. Greetings from Belgium. Dirk
@Alnmgh1980
10 жыл бұрын
Vida longa ao Rush!
@donjohnson5653
5 жыл бұрын
Always one of my favorites to hear and play ✌👊😎
@biancagerent6552
4 жыл бұрын
Essa música é maravilhosa!!! Correm lagrimas dos meus olhos só em pensar que não verei os 3 juntos novamente ao vivo...
@drewdavis4614
3 жыл бұрын
One of the absolute best songs ever written and recorded and performed!!!!
@josie1776
3 жыл бұрын
Keyboard riff starting at 2:07 always gives me goosebumps.
@sirscroddy
3 жыл бұрын
The keys and effects are responsible for those chills. Which is funny, since those are some listeners’ biggest gripes about the PW period.
@josie1776
3 жыл бұрын
@@sirscroddy, seems you master this subject. I just don't understand how some rock listeners can complain about keyboards in bands. Keyboards and keyboardists always enrich the sound. There are too many possibilities for music when they are on the field.
@josie1776
3 жыл бұрын
@@sirscroddy, almost all my chills caused by Rush's music come from keyboard riffs or ambiences. The ones on Marathon, Force Ten, Superconductor, Red Sector A, etc. For my taste, 80's was the most amazing period in Rush's carreer, in the composition aspect.
@sirscroddy2105
3 жыл бұрын
@@josie1776 the three-song studio set of Marathon-Territories-Middletown Dreams may be Rush’s best.
@supercharger509
5 жыл бұрын
They really enjoy playing this tune live.
@jaspergillgannon4991
3 жыл бұрын
Words cannot describe how much I miss Rush
@harveyfantas954
3 жыл бұрын
I watched Rush live, on video, MTV (LOL) and owned all of their albums from 1977 - 2015. I attended many concerts (15?) including their final show. Awesome. Every time I heard a new song or b-side live, whether in person or on video (ie: Middletown, Digital Man, Natural Science, Turn the Page) I was always blown away. These guys are the best live band ever. They won't be replaced until something drastically changes in the music industry. Love Rush.
@mailman6161
6 жыл бұрын
Oh man,in my top 5 for sure,and for those who wonder if Neil can still hit hard,that kit was literally shaking most of that song,he even showed a bit of emotion at the end.Think he likes this one as well.Thank's for the post
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