Lyrics 2112 - Live at Hammersmith Odeon, London - February 20, 1978 - Rush

Ooh ooh ooh
Uoh yeah, uoh yeah!
The meek shall inherit the earth
We′ve taken care of everything
The words you hear, the songs you sing
Pictures that give pleasure to your eyes
It's 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 these walls
Look around this world we made
Equality our stock in trade
Come and join the Brotherhood of Man
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 these walls
What can this strange device be?
When I touch it, it gives forth a sound
It′s 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
Sound that build high like a mountain
Or notes that fall gently, like rain
I can't wait to share this new wonder
Oh, the people will now see its light
Let them all make their own music
The Priests praise my name on this night
I know it's most unusual
To come before you so
But I′ve found an ancient miracle
I thought that you should know
Now listen to my music
And hear what it can do
There′s something here it's as strong as life
I know that it will reach you
Yes, we know
It′s nothing new
It's just a waste of time
We have no need for ancient ways
Our world is doing fine
Another toy
That helped destroy
The elder race of man
Forget about your silly whim
It doesn′t fit the plan
I can't believe you′re saying
These things just can't be true
Our world could use this beauty
Just think what we might do
Please listen to my music
And hear what it can do
There's something here it′s as strong as life
I know that it will reach you
Don′t annoy us further
We have our work to do
Just think about the average
What use have they for you?
Another toy
That helped destroy
The elder race of man
Forget about your silly whim
It doesn't fit the plan
The sleep is still in my eyes
The dream is still in my head
I have a sigh, and sadly smile
And lie while in bed
I wish that it might come to pass
Not fade like all my dreams
Just think of what my life might be
In a world like I have seen
I dont think I can carry on
Carry on this cold and empty life
Uoh no!
My spirits are low in the depths of despair
My lifeblood
Uh-blood spills oh-over
Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation
Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation
Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation
We have assumed control
We have assumed control
We have assumed control
Thank you very kindly
Good night