Rush -Witch Hunt | Reaction
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This song is part of the band's Fear Series.
Witch Hunt was designated Part Three of Fear, but came out first (on 1981's Moving Pictures album).
Part Two, which came out second (on the Signals album) was The Weapon.
Part one, which came out third, was The Enemy Within, from 1984's Grace Under Pressure.
They added part four, Freeze, over a decade later. It appears on their Vapor Trails album.
In case you were unaware, both Alex and Geddy's parents were affected by WW2. In fact, Geddy's mother and father were both in Nazi concentration camps, survived and married when the war ended. So they are *VERY* serious about freedom, rights, civil rights, autonomy, personal agency, anti-war, and anything to do with humanity not creating more oppression, suffering and death.
These 3 guys even with out a single lyric can paint a picture of exactly what is before us… then you throw in the deepest of lyrics that if your truly listening will give you chills…
This song hits harder on the mentality of man in 2024 than it even did in 1980 when released
True today as it was in 1981, sadly. I thought we had made some progress, but sometimes it feels the pendulum is swinging back. “Quick to judge, quick to anger, slow to understand.” I know too many people like that. Great reaction Dame. Cheers!
I think the problem is that we , the good ones, assumed things were improving. I think that was a mirage.
ironically quoting the Bible, in opposite form, of a righteous person. Neil connected to what society had become.
A song written over 40 years ago and absolutely relevant in 2024. Neil Peart wrote the fear trilogy, when asking himself the question of, How many of my daily decisions are based on fear? When you think about it, you'll scare yourself.
A little sad at the fact that it's actually more relevant now honestly. Seems like no one was listening to the warning that history will repeat itself if given the opportunity. We are still struggling to get past hate and divisions, within ourselves and our communities, no matter the struggle the "cause" needs resolution. The philosophy is sound but our execution as a society sucks!
It’s a little played song but so powerful. And so relevant. It’s not the times that are hard, it’s the fact that we are always just beasts at heart. It’s only knowledge and understanding the elevated us from being just animals that tear each other apart.
It should have a Billion views.
Rush never played wallflowers. They would never shrink from telling us what we needed to hear. That's why I loved them. Everything about them was amazing. From the lyrics to each of them as individual musicians, and even as humans, they're all exceptional. They are exceptional human beings. RIP Neil Peart.
RIP Neil.🤘🎸This song is part of the “Fear” series. The series spans multiple albums and consists of Witch Hunt from Moving Pictures (part3), The Weapon from Signals (part2), The Enemy Within from Grace Under Pressure (part1) and Freeze from Vapor Trails (part4).🤘🎸
You sort of got the message of the "Those who know what's best for us..." backwards. Neil Peart was sort of saying those words from the point of view of those who follow and/or agree with the hate-mongers. Spoken as if one were in the crowd at a KKK rally listening to the leader speak: "HE knows what's best for us! HE must save us from our critical thinking and tolerance of those unlike us! HE must save us from OURSELVES!" It's not wishful thinking that some leader will come along and save us from thinking those bad things, rather the exact opposite.
That said, your RUSH reactions are great. I always love seeing someone who totally "gets" them, both musically and lyrically. Keep up the good work.
This song is more applicable in 2024 than ever has been...and it is almost 45 years old!!
...and unfortunately, you are absolutely correct.
Such a great reaction! RUSH definitely helped me develop the ability to think deeply too. You mentioned life philosophy...try the Something For Nothing it's got great lyrics and is definitely a banger.
Such a powerful song! That riff is 🔥🔥🔥
The crowd scene at the beginning were the guys from Rush and their recording crew yelling goofy things at each out in the middle of a cold winter night after a number of alcoholic beverages. LOL
The whole fear series is fantastic.
I suggest The weapon (Count Floyd intro) 1984 Presto tour.
I am also recommending Geddy Lee's new book My Effin Life. It is really well written and a very interesting read.
Cheers
Neil kills the drums but he seriously lays down the bars with his wisdom…
57 years old and have been a Rush fan for over 43 years while seeing them 22 times in concert. Love listening to your Rush reactions. Love the way you appreciate their music and the lyrics by The Professor. You're a smart dude.
Perfectly stated. Their magnitude is stil.unfolding to this day
This song is beyond relevant any year but so damn true in 2024. Let's hope the citizens of the USA reject such hate in November. Rush did thus over 4 decades ago, yet another timeless song and a lyrical masterpiece by Neil Peart. This song needs a Billion views, everyone needs to see and hear it. Just more evidence on how great this band was.Enjoy! 💙
Lucky me!
First to hear this reaction and it's Witch Hunt too!
Quick story: those crowd voices were Neil and the band's recording crew, just yelling out nonsense for backing effect.
This is one deep piece. I'm sure you will find yourself listening to this again and again.
Many, many people will be drawn in by the musical complexities of this song and will miss the message. I'm glad you caught depth of the lyrics and understand just how impactful they are and can be.
As you continue to explore the Rush rabbit-hole, allow yourself to enjoy the entire "Fear" trilogy, which like so many things they do, is more than a trilogy (actually four songs).
Well done, young man. Well done!
Grace and peace be with you now and always.
Excellent reaction, DAME. I thought you'd like the song, but I hoped, and was sure, you'd know the real message - the subtext. You said it: "Only You, Can Save You." As always: Thank You, brother.
You did it right, lad… I remember being in your shoes the first time I heard it, and am more than a little disgusted that it’s more relevant now than when it was written. It’s ironic that the term witch-hunt is one of Mr. Dumbass’s favorite sayings, when you consider that this song was written about people just like him.
Another great reaction…
This is such a powerful song, even today. I work in a bookstore, so Neil's lyrics about how some people find the books on bookstore shelves 'dangerous' and that these people feel they must 'save us from ourselves' especially resonate with me. Additionally, here in Iowa, there is a legislation attempting to remove books from school and public libraries. (I used to work at a public library, as well). I suggest checking out the live version of this song from Toronto in 1984.
This song is part of a 3 (well... 4) part epic titled 'Fear'. This song is actually Part III. Part I. Is 'The Enemy Within' on the 'Grace Under Pressure' album, and Part II. is 'The Weapon' from 'Signals'... Part IV. came many years later on Rush's 2002 album 'Vapor Trails', but I'm so used to this as a three parter that I still see it that way...
P.S.- I loved what you said in regards to the CONTENT of the Lyrics. Both of my all time favorite bands embraced a POSITIVE STANCE as Role-Models... the other band is the Beatles...
One thing I love about Rush's lyrics, is that they tend to sing about eternal truths, which makes their music timeless. But they also don't wallow in negativity. Most of their material is about the triumph and optimism of the human spirit. Not coincidentally, both Geddy and Alex's parents are immigrants from WW2 Poland and Yugoslavia under Nazi occupation. Geddy's parents were actually imprisoned in Auschwitz and it was nothing short of a miracle that they both managed to survive. 'Red Sector A' off of their Grace Under Pressure album is a tribute to Geddy's parents.
Moving Pictures is really considered a perfect record and some will argue RUSH's best. WITCH HUNT is a hidden gem on this masterpiece and my favorie on it.
Fortunate enough to see Time Machine tour 4 times where they played entirety of moving pictures
Neil dropping some truth bombs. This track is often overlooked on Moving Pictures. The music and lyrics are top notch. Pausing for emphasis and to re-listen is natural for this song.
Thanks for a great reaction and book recommendation.
For your next Rush reaction, I would like to recommend the following:
Between the Wheels - Live in Germany - a brilliant performance
Also here are some other overlooked tracks you may not have reacted to:
Afterimage
Chemistry
Lakeside Park
Every song is a story itself. Neil was brilliant with his words
"Those who know what's best for us, must rise and save us from ourselves" I take that as Neil being facetious about what's going on in the mob's mind.
Definitely.
Great reaction as always, my young friend.
Quick to judge,
Quick to anger, slow to understand.
Ignorance and prejudice,
and fear walk hand in hand.
One of my favorite Neil Peart lyrics and the message is so relevant, especially in today's world.
considering he was paraphrasing the Bible with the opposite message to society (1981) was not righteous
It's really cool seeing the 2112 album on your wall, with Eric B & Rakim and Beastie Boys. That's awesome. :) This is an amazing song and I'm glad you like it!
Their lyrics are phenomenal!
this was my favorite track from the album upon first listen, on the day the album came out. Besides being a great sounding album on vinyl, it's production is exquisite. Neil's drums just thunder in the mix. Some of those fills are simply chilling. And still to this day, With Hunt is my fave track from the album. The lyrics are timeless.
The lines Those who know more must rise and save us from ourselves are sung from the point of view of the mob.
Exactly
Hellz yes, nice reaction Big Dame...love the site, how about, Between the wheels, kinda sick...thanks, Todd from Ohio....
The lyrics hit as deeply as the drumming in this one!!
About that book you're reading, it honestly sounds like it would have been right up Neil Peart's proverbial alley.
Great song! So relevant for our country today.
Your on the right path, continue in your personal quest for truth and knowledge you will become a beacon for others who maybe lost and want what you'll obtain.
Favourite song by my favourite band!
Your doing well Dame. Thankyou for the awesome content. Cheers.
Love this one. Great reaction!!!
Made me tear up at the very end...thanks for understanding hate pics, Mr Dame!
My favorite song on the album
Natural Science, in my opinion, also has a great message. It's my favorite RUSH song. Check out the lyric video for that one.
also the trees...
We can vote to save ourselves & Democracy & our rights! ❤ 😊
What an amazing song and powerful lyrics. Neil was a prophet no less !!!
Geddy's family was in a concentration camp.
geddy's parents were holocaust survivors who spent time in a concentration camp, so this song is very personal to him, although it can be interpreted in the context of any historical period where one group is oppressed by another
Great reactions, however with Rush, ALWAYS LIVE!!!
Epic Rush song!
if you had one album to test out a stereo / sound system, this is the album ... Moving Pictures, preferable 1981 vinyl pressing. It's got everything sonically. Neil's drums just sound amazing.
Rush...no one else on the planet is like them, or can even compare. League of their own.
Talking about today. Years ago. 😢
What a banger!!!
Please feel free to pause as often as you need to get your thoughts out, that is much better than talking over the song and missing something important.
Story tellers.
🤔 Same stuff, different day.... 🥰🐰
Neil was well read he wrote all the lyrics.
Check out EON Envy of None, it’s otherworldly!
So, you’re saying “it takes a second to wreck it, it takes time to build” 😏
Check out Vital signs bro !!!!
Witch Hunt flows nice into Vital Signs, to close the album. Both songs make Neil's drum thunder "Larger Than Life".
More cowbell!
Anthem is a great song.