RUSH
- Totem Lyrics / with translationsI've got twelve disciples and a Buddha smile
Garden of Allah, Viking Valhalla
A miracle once in a while
I've got a pantheon of animals in a pagan soul
Vishnu and Gaia, Aztec and Maya
Dance around my totem pole
Totem pole...
I believe in what I see
I believe in what I hear
I believe that what I'm feeling
Changes how the world appears
Angels and demons dancing in my head
Lunatics and monsters underneath my bed
Media messiahs preying on my fears
Pop culture prophets playing in my ears
I've got celestial mechanics
To synchronize my stars
Seasonal migrations, daily variations
World of the unlikely and bizarre
I've got idols and icons, unspoken holy vows
Thoughts to keep well-hidden
Sacred and forbidden
Free to browse among the holy cows
That's why I believe
Angels and demons inside of me
Saviors and Satans all around me
Sweet chariot, swing low, coming for me
Garden of Allah, Viking Valhalla
A miracle once in a while
I've got a pantheon of animals in a pagan soul
Vishnu and Gaia, Aztec and Maya
Dance around my totem pole
Totem pole...
I believe in what I see
I believe in what I hear
I believe that what I'm feeling
Changes how the world appears
Angels and demons dancing in my head
Lunatics and monsters underneath my bed
Media messiahs preying on my fears
I've got celestial mechanics
To synchronize my stars
Seasonal migrations, daily variations
World of the unlikely and bizarre
I've got idols and icons, unspoken holy vows
Thoughts to keep well-hidden
Sacred and forbidden
Free to browse among the holy cows
That's why I believe
Angels and demons inside of me
Saviors and Satans all around me
Sweet chariot, swing low, coming for me
Facts about Totem
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Totem is written by Mike Leander, Gary Glitter.
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It is first released on September 09, 1996 as part of Rush's album "Test for Echo" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 5th track on this album.
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When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, Rush's 'Totem' explores the intricate nature of different belief systems as well as the very subjective nature of perception, through the use of metaphors like 'angels and demons', denoting the internal and external factors respectively which are common to one's perspective. The main themes of the Totem lyrics are largely the same as those of spirituality, inspiration, reflection, freedom, and angst. Furthermore, the song highlights the metaphysical and the faith aspects, the inner struggle and the duality, the impact of media and culture, and the reality perception. The song's narrative incorporates elements that are typical of adult-oriented content such as scenes with gods, spirits, crazies, and beasts, which could be quite disturbing to children. Also, phrases like 'sacred cows' and 'silent sacred vows' not only imply but also present the necessity for deeper understanding of the religious and spiritual concepts that are very hard to interpret without the aid of one's parents.
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Totem falls under the genre Rock.
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Totem song length is 4 minutes and 58 seconds.
Who wrote Totem lyrics?
Totem is written by Mike Leander, Gary Glitter.
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When was Totem released?
It is first released on September 09, 1996 as part of Rush's album "Test for Echo" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 5th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Totem lyrics?
When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, Rush's 'Totem' explores the intricate nature of different belief systems as well as the very subjective nature of perception, through the use of metaphors like 'angels and demons', denoting the internal and external factors respectively which are common to one's perspective. The main themes of the Totem lyrics are largely the same as those of spirituality, inspiration, reflection, freedom, and angst. Furthermore, the song highlights the metaphysical and the faith aspects, the inner struggle and the duality, the impact of media and culture, and the reality perception. The song's narrative incorporates elements that are typical of adult-oriented content such as scenes with gods, spirits, crazies, and beasts, which could be quite disturbing to children. Also, phrases like 'sacred cows' and 'silent sacred vows' not only imply but also present the necessity for deeper understanding of the religious and spiritual concepts that are very hard to interpret without the aid of one's parents.
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Which genre is Totem?
Totem falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song Totem?
Totem song length is 4 minutes and 58 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Mike Leander, Gary GlitterRecord Label(s): 1996 Atlantic Recording Corporation and Anthem Entertainment for the United States and WEA International Inc for the world outside of the United Stat
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