Peaceable Kingdom
Rush · Other Songs - Rush
All this time we're talking and sharing our Rational View
A billion other voices are spreading other news
All this time we're living and trying to understand
Why a billion other choices are making their demands
Talk of a Peaceable Kingdom
Talk of a time without fear
The ones we wish would listen
Are never going to hear
Justice against The Hanged Man
Knight of Wands against the hour
Swords against the kingdom,
Time against The Tower
All this time we're shuffling and laying out all our cards
While a billion other dealers are slipping past our guards
All this time we're hoping and praying we all might learn
While a billion other teachers are teaching them how to burn
Dream of a Peaceable Kingdom
Dream of a time without war
The ones we wish would hear us
Have heard it all before
A wave toward the clearing sky
A wave toward the clearing sky
The Hermit against The Lovers
Or the Devil against The Fool
Swords against the kingdom
The Wheel against the rules
All this time we're burning like bonfires in the dark
A billion other blazes are shooting off their sparks
Every spark a drifting ember of desire
To fall upon the earth and start another fire
A homeward angel on the fly
A wave toward the clearing sky
Peaceable Kingdom
Peaceable Kingdom stands as a reflective song in Rush's expansive discography, showcasing the band's signature blend of progressive rock and introspective songwriting. Emerging during a period where the group frequently explored themes of nature, spirituality, and human connection, the track exemplifies their ability to craft atmospheric soundscapes that invite deep listening. While the song may not carry the immediate rhythmic intensity of some of their more famous instrumental works, it captures the melodic sensitivity that defines much of their catalog. The recording highlights the interplay between the band's distinctive guitar textures and thoughtful lyrical delivery, offering a moment of calm within their broader body of work. It remains a testament to their enduring influence on rock music and their commitment to artistic exploration across decades.