But there are still some good tracks with great Neil Peart lyrics. As time went on in their career, Neil's lyrics became more personal, examining deeper thoughts and feelings and, in general, the human condition and our struggles to grow and enjoy life. Some prefer the earlier Rush stuff with more of the fantasy oriented lyrics, but I prefer these type of lyrics. I always find comfort in knowing I'm not the only one grappling with such thoughts and feelings..
" Closed for my protection
Open to your scornBetween these two directions
My heart is sometimes torn
I lie awake with my secrets
Spinning around my head
Something that somehow escaped me
Something you shouldn’t have said
I was looking out the window
I should have looked at your face instead."
"Open Secrets"
If you are a fan of Neil's lyrics and thoughts, I would highly recommend you read his book "Ghost Rider", an incredibly open and honest account of his struggle to go on after the deaths of his daughter and his wife.
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