Red Barchetta

[Bluefunk]

I agree that this song has to go down as a historical masterpiece. My favorite part of this songs rhythmically is the introductory and concluding bass lines. It's basically the only parts I know how to play for this song. The lyrics are definitely my favorite thing. The words are so clear and you can easily picture the portrayed story within your head.

 

I think I should just write a short story about this song and post it on the internet even though writing is probably my least favorite thing to do.

here's the original story that inspired the song... http://www.2112.net/...rning_drive.htm

Here's a picture of Richard S Foster with Neil:

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y288/Bluefunk/Rush/Neil_RichardSFoster.jpg

 

ETA: Here's a link to the story with scans of the artwork that went with it:

http://www.cygnus-x1.net/links/rush/a-nice-morning-drive.php

Edited October 4, 2013 by Bluefunk

[Mr. Not]

^ that's awesome.

 

I'm revisiting this thread because I'm listening to the song again right now, and it may seem cheesy and cliche to say this about song, but it really moves me. Might be my favorite next to Subdivisions today, though it's hard to narrow it down.

[chasekratzer]

Red Barchetta is one of their classic songs from one of their classic albums. The song would be in the top 15 on my list of favs.

[bluefox4000]

Great song. With a KILLER guitar solo.

 

Mick

[ThatLightInYourEyes]

The song certainly has the best descriptive lyrics of all of them. Neil really likes vehicles, it seems.

[Chronos]

"Well-weathered leather / hot metal and oil / the scented country air."

 

Love it.

[ILSnwdog]

Moving Pictures is pretty strong.

Ya think? :LMAO:

[ILSnwdog]

If you like the song, you'll love the book!

 

http://www.lulu.com/shop/grant-brough/the-red-barchetta/hardcover/product-3678792.html;jsessionid=C2D162D0F6EAFD2D67968C0C8D458426

 

It was written by TRF regular, Workingcinderellaman. :haz: