KenJennings Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 I popped in Test For Echo today at random, and one track caught my ear as especially fun, lighthearted, catchy, and instrumentally worthwhile. That track is Dog Years. I've seen a lot of hate for it over the years on here. Why? There is absolutely nothing wrong with this track, other than that it doesn't take itself too seriously... which isn't really anything wrong with it. It's a great song! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
presto123 Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 (edited) I think it's because of the cheesy, tongue in cheek lyrics of the song. People can't seem to grasp Neil stepping out of the box of his usual serious, intelligent, introspective lyric writing approach. I love the "tortoise from Galagapos" line:) Edited July 22, 2013 by presto123 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coventry Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 The one decent moment are the "tortoise from galapogos" sections - other than that, the lyrics are more trite and cutesy than they are Neil stepping out of a comfort zones and the rhymes and puns are forced. The biggest falw, though, is that its a weak and shallow rehash of "Time Stand Still" Besides, Neil's opinion that dogs only have this "buzz of low-level static" going through their minds? Please.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenJennings Posted July 22, 2013 Author Share Posted July 22, 2013 Yeah, I really don't get why so many people are turned off by cheese. This song contains many clever little puns and entendres that make the lyrics a real treat. There's a whimsical impudence about it that I really enjoy. It's a very fun, very good song. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclonus X-1 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I don't mind the cheesiness and I certainly don't hate the song. Some parts make me smile. I don't like the chorus very much though—it's kind of annoying. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
presto123 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It's an OK song. Not one of my favs from T4E. Never been about the lyrics for me personally. I just think it doesn't flow all that well the way Geddy sings the chorus. Seems a little forced. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
presto123 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I don't mind the cheesiness and I certainly don't hate the song. Some parts make me smile. I don't like the chorus very much though—it's kind of annoying. Just posted this right after you did. Agree totally. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lerxster Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I remember liking it the first time I heard it. In fact, I initially thought it was one of the stronger tracks on TFE. I've never given much thought to the why many folks don't get it. I'd gotten to the point years ago that there isn't any Rush song I don't like, and I know what I like (in your wardrobe). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGr8imL84AD8inF8sBlackSedan Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Sometimes things just suck...Like Justin Bieber, Hogarth... and Dog Years. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken hawk Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Not everyone has to like every song. Thats what called TASTES. :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: :musicnote: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spindrift82 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I just can't stand the cheesiness of the song. Neil has written better lyrics. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theanalogmiddleagedman Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Just an awesome groove. I love it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cygnus 2112 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I love this song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citizen of the World Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I think the production is a bit ruff. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
An Enemy Without Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It just straight up sucks. Sorry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushgoober Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It shouldn't need to be said, but here's why this song doesn't work: In a dog's lifeA year is really more like sevenAnd all too soon a canineWill be chasing cars in doggie heaven It seems to meAs we make our own few circles 'round the sunWe get it backwardsAnd our seven years go by like one Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappears In the dog daysPeople look to SiriusDogs cry for the moonBut these connections are mysterious It seems to meWhile it's true that every dog will have his dayWhen all the bones are buriedThere is barely time to go outside and play Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappearsDog years --- For every sad son of a bitchDog years --- With his tail between his ears I'd rather be a tortoise from GalapagosOr a span of geological timeThan be living in these dog years In a dog's brainA constant buzz of low-level staticOne sniff at the hydrantAnd the answer is automatic It seems to meAs well make our own few circles 'round the blockWe've lost our sensesFor the higher-level static of talk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReRushed Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It's no "I Think I'm Going Bald"! I think "Dog Years" simply misses the mark. The worst thing about the song is I don't think it's funny. Wasn't Neil Peart hung over when he wrote the lyrics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeson90 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Hated it for quite a while after release, love it now one of my favs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cygnus 2112 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It shouldn't need to be said, but here's why this song doesn't work: In a dog's lifeA year is really more like sevenAnd all too soon a canineWill be chasing cars in doggie heaven It seems to meAs we make our own few circles 'round the sunWe get it backwardsAnd our seven years go by like one Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappears In the dog daysPeople look to SiriusDogs cry for the moonBut these connections are mysterious It seems to meWhile it's true that every dog will have his dayWhen all the bones are buriedThere is barely time to go outside and play Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappearsDog years --- For every sad son of a bitchDog years --- With his tail between his ears I'd rather be a tortoise from GalapagosOr a span of geological timeThan be living in these dog years In a dog's brainA constant buzz of low-level staticOne sniff at the hydrantAnd the answer is automatic It seems to meAs well make our own few circles 'round the blockWe've lost our sensesFor the higher-level static of talkThis is exactly why I love this song. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushBoingo Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 I don't understand the hate either. I like the song too, it's probably my 6th or 7th favorite on the album (which is one of my favorites) and I personally love pun-fueled lyrics, even if this one does miss the mark. Musically though it's fun. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Analog Grownup Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 The intro makes me think of the Ramones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lerxster Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It shouldn't need to be said, but here's why this song doesn't work: In a dog's lifeA year is really more like sevenAnd all too soon a canineWill be chasing cars in doggie heaven It seems to meAs we make our own few circles 'round the sunWe get it backwardsAnd our seven years go by like one Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappears In the dog daysPeople look to SiriusDogs cry for the moonBut these connections are mysterious It seems to meWhile it's true that every dog will have his dayWhen all the bones are buriedThere is barely time to go outside and play Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappearsDog years --- For every sad son of a bitchDog years --- With his tail between his ears I'd rather be a tortoise from GalapagosOr a span of geological timeThan be living in these dog years In a dog's brainA constant buzz of low-level staticOne sniff at the hydrantAnd the answer is automatic It seems to meAs well make our own few circles 'round the blockWe've lost our sensesFor the higher-level static of talkThis is exactly why I love this song.Typical goober lazyness. The only way to be lazier is to post the song and type "See?" He did spare you all a five paragraph snoosefest though. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lerxster Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Yeah, I really don't get why so many people are turned off by cheese. This song contains many clever little puns and entendres that make the lyrics a real treat. There's a whimsical impudence about it that I really enjoy. It's a very fun, very good song.I suppose it comes down to Neil's brand of whimsy then. Some folks don't care for it. I guess they're happy he didn't follow it up with '9 Lives'. :musicnote:In a cat's life A death is really one of nineAnd all too soon a feline Will pull in its tounge and feel just fine:musicnote: :P There's certainly nothing wrong with the music. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WavesandWindows Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Ok, I'd like to add to my hate for this song. I SKIPPED THIS DURING AN OPERATION. I LISTENED TO A HELL OF A LOT OF SONGS I DON'T LIKE THAT DAY, BUT SKIPPED THIS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushgoober Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 It shouldn't need to be said, but here's why this song doesn't work: In a dog's lifeA year is really more like sevenAnd all too soon a canineWill be chasing cars in doggie heaven It seems to meAs we make our own few circles 'round the sunWe get it backwardsAnd our seven years go by like one Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappears In the dog daysPeople look to SiriusDogs cry for the moonBut these connections are mysterious It seems to meWhile it's true that every dog will have his dayWhen all the bones are buriedThere is barely time to go outside and play Dog years --- It's the season of the itchDog years --- With every scratch it reappearsDog years --- For every sad son of a bitchDog years --- With his tail between his ears I'd rather be a tortoise from GalapagosOr a span of geological timeThan be living in these dog years In a dog's brainA constant buzz of low-level staticOne sniff at the hydrantAnd the answer is automatic It seems to meAs well make our own few circles 'round the blockWe've lost our sensesFor the higher-level static of talkThis is exactly why I love this song.Typical goober lazyness. The only way to be lazier is to post the song and type "See?" He did spare you all a five paragraph snoosefest though. You're right. What I should have added at the end of pasting the lyrics was: /thread It's pretty simple with this song. The lyrics quite obviously suck large donkey balls. Maybe I should have said that as it would have been more succinct, but showing the lyrics allows everyone to see it for themselves. Asking why do people hate Dog Years is like asking why do people hate things that suck? If anyone wants to question that, let me again refer them to the above lyrics. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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