Rush 2112: III. Discovery song lyrics

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 can't wait to tell the

priests about it! ..."

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

Sounds that build high like a mountain

Or notes that fall gently like rain

I can't 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