Rush...the greatest 3 piece rock band in history, period, no argument, over.

The irony of him listening to 2112 for the first time and the song is about discovering music

As a musician, this 20 minute song amazes me. There are over 200 time signature changes, from pauses, to rephrasing. Absolutely incredible. 3 Guys!!!

This song is a brilliant roller-coaster of human emotions: triumph, elation, despair, horror, happiness, sadness, agony, bewilderment, inspiration. RIP Neil Peart.

I’m 56 and it’s just fun to watch people getting it for the first time. I’ve kinda taken this music for granted for over 40 years. It’s just how I’ve lived. I never really took RUSH for granted, they were just always there. 18 times live! ROCK PRIVILEGE!

I say it on every Rush video. Alex Lifeson is a criminally underrated guitarist!

I once ran back into a burning building to rescue my Rush tickets. Days later, as we climbed the hill to the arena, we felt the energy of 6000 other Rush fans, all climbing, elevating, coming together, coalescing. There is nothing like the energy at a Rush concert. Such a powerful, positive, dynamic frequency. Yes comes close.

It is so encouraging to see a young man who has never heard this music, fall in love with it.

By far one of the greatest Masterpieces in Rock and Roll History ...

When I listen to Rush, so do my neighbors!

Alex played that guitar to its limits and them some. The impact this trio created is legendary. Long live the professor. (NEIL)

Jamal you’re like a child on Christmas Day, your reaction is pure and that’s why the music is written and recorded, for our minds to get stimulated and release our positive endorphins , create joy in our lives, especially in today’s world with so much bullshit all around. Keep it up brother.

YES! He did 2112! Someone get this man a beer, or something for lunch.

There is no black, no white, just music. RUSH. I appreciate you, man. Much respect.

Watching this helped me out of a spot of depression and helped me remember that music has magic. Thank you.

One of the greatest albums ever produced, by three of the greatest musicians in history. Been with me 40+ years. Quality! 🇬🇧

The record company asked if Rush could sound "more like Bad Company." This was Rush's answer.

"That voice man!". Understand, as a 50 year old Canadian, I NEVER thought I'd hear a South Central L.A. black man say that in 2019. The world is funny man! Love!

To think that people in their early twenties produced this is even more amazing.

Your face when "the meek shall inherent the earth" hits is priceless!

Three human beings created these sounds. Just three.

You have to remember, back when this album came out it was on vinyl. We had album art and many albums contained lyrics sheets. So we would sit in our room and read the lyrics and admire the album art as they sang to us. The lyrics and album art are just as much a part of the listening experience. My favorite thing about Rush besides their immense talent is their refusal to conform and compromise their art for the sake of making a hit.

This is Rushs' greatest album imo... From beginning to end. A masterpiece.

14 years old, with headphones on. 45 years later same effect. I was a geeky kid and this just made the connection. Been working on every type of equipment ever since. I can listen to Rush anytime in my day or night.doesn’t matter whats going on in my life. Thanks Jamal for sharing the moment. 👍😁

2112 is a Rock Opera with 7 movements. On the album, Neil Peart, the Drummer and lyricist of legend, provides us with a story that goes along with each movement. I will provide it here. I. Overture And the meek shall inherit the Earth II. The Temples of Syrinx ...."The massive grey walls of the Temples rise from the Heart of every Federation city. I have always been awed by them, to think that every single facet of every life is regulated and directed from within! Our books, our music, our work and play are all looked after by the benevolent wisdom of the priests...." III. Discovery ...."Behind my beloved waterfall, in the little room that was hidden beneath the cave, I found it. I brushed away the dust of the years, and picked it up, holding it reverently in my hands. I had no idea what it might be, but it was beautiful".... ...."I learned to lay my fingers across the wires, and to turn the keys to make them sound differently. As I struck the wires with my other hand, it produced my first harmonious sounds, and soon my own music! How different it could be from the music of the Temples! I can't wait to tell the priests about it!...." IV. Presentation ...."In the sudden silence as I finished playing, I looked up to a circle of grim, expressionless faces. Father Brown rose to his feet, and his somnolent voice echoed throughout the silent Temple Hall...." ...."Instead of the grateful joy that I had expected, they were words of quiet rejection! Instead of praise; sullen dismissal. I watched in shock and horror as Father Brown ground my precious instrument to splinters beneath his feet...." V. Oracle: The Dream ...."I guess it was a dream, but even now it all seems so vivid to me. Clearly yet I see the beckoning hand of the oracle as he stood at the summit of the staircase".... ...."I see the incredible beauty of the sculptured cites, and the pure spirit of man revealed in the lives and works of this world. I was overwhelmed by both wonder and understanding as I saw a completely different way to life, a way that had been crushed by the Federation long ago. I saw now how meaningless life had become with the loss of all these things...." VI. Soliloquy ...."I have not left this cave for days now. it has become my last refuge in my total despair. I have only the music of the waterfall to comfort me now. I can no longer live under the control of the Federation, but there is no place to go. My last hope is that with my death I may pass into the world of my dream, and know peace at last." VII. Grand Finale

"Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation." 7 words said 3 times... 7 x 3 = 21 "We have assumed control." 4 words said 3 times... 4 x 3 = 12 Coincidence? Knowing Neil Peart, I doubt it...

2112 was my introduction to RUSH back in 1976..had never heard of them walked into a stereo shop..Pacific stereo in Fresno california and they were using 2112 to demo their premium system....everyone in the store just froze and went WOW!!! WTF is that?? Truly mind boggling..I went over to The Warehouse Records and bought the album.. .listening to it through headphones was even better. RUSH never failed to amaze and delight .all that incredible music and musicianship from a three piece band. . A THREE piece Band! The BEST...just the BEST..period . RIP Neil Pert... A true giant of a talent.

To this day I still can't believe all the sound only these 3 guys can make! Truly is amazing! Three of the finest musicians all in one band. Truly one of the greatest bands of all time.

The song has 7 parts I. Overture II. The Temple of Syrinx III. Discovery IV. Presentation V. Oracle:The Dream VI Soliloquy (my fav) VII Grande Finale

Put a smile on my face. I love watching people discover Rush and all the gems they have to offer, and none more iconic than the epic that is 2112. Welcome to the Rush family brother.

Probably one of the greatest albums ever recorded.

Until I discovered these reaction videos, Rush was just another band to me, who had a few songs I'd heard on the radio. I had no idea they were such a phenomenon.

"Geez, haven't got that time... Ok, I'll just watch the first 5 minutes." 24 minutes later... "Oh shit..."

When I was young, I would sit on my bedroom carpet, pop in the 8-track (yes, that old), headphones on and would read all the lyrics - over and over again until I knew every word and beat. Still know every song... on every album... by heart; in order! (Until "Signals.") Seen them 33 times LIVE, last time at Madison Square Garden and Barclay's before that. My favorite band EVER! Rest In Peace Neil Peart 1952-2020 #ThankYou

I had the pleasure of seeing them perform this live, beginning to end. (I believe it was the "Test for Echo" tour) WOW! It blows the mind seeing just 3 people create this sound. We know you're hooked when you become an air drummer. :D

Jamal is just like a grown kid, so positive, authentic, enthusiastic, and open minded. I want to be him when I grow up!!

I was 12 years old when my 19 year old brother told me he had something I needed to listen to. Laying on a waterbed, listening to this through a set of his very best pioneer headphones I was utterly and forever changed. I had no idea that music could do this.

"Attention all planets of the Solar Federation" 7 words 3 times is 21. "We have assumed control" 4 words 3 times is 12.

2112 needs to be listened to in it’s entirety, it’s well worth the time.

I was in the 9th grade when this album dropped. It was a must for my album collection. Best 3 piece band ever theses guys knew how to rock.

Rush is the greatest band that has ever played a note of music.

Best band ever. The Priests represent the record company that was trying to control them. This album was their response. They said if this was their last album, it would be purely Rush. They assumed control of their own fate. In my opinion, water represents nature, which is organic and pure. As opposed to the manufactured corporate music, Rush flowed like a cool stream for all to partake of. 2112 should inspire us all to not compromise on our convictions. God bless the trio that stood up to the machine.

Greatest live band ever! Absolutely amazing musicians. I saw them 6-7 times !

I’ve been listening to Rush (thank u Dad) since I was 7ish, this is literally the first time I’ve heard this song, I didn’t even know it existed & I can’t believe it. It’s so awesome to be having a first reaction with you Jamel! I love it thank you for doing this ✊🏻

I will never understand how anyone could not LOVE RUSH

Ah, Jamel. This just made me cry. Like, ugly cry. Rest in Peace, Neil.

Neil Peart one of the best drummers of my time ! Props to him ! he taught me a lot !!

Rush is a spiritual experience. Thank you for sharing. It’s always so cool to see someone hear them for the first time.

You released this on 9 November 2019. Who would've believed that only 2 months later {almost to the day} we would be mourning one of the best drummers to ever pick up a pair of sticks? R.I.P. Neil💔

I remember sitting in my bedroom in the late 70's and early 80's, putting the needle down on side "A" of 2112 and turning the volume up and annoying the hell out of my parents with this entire album. Good times! This really brought back the memories!

the first CD I ever bought with my own money when I was in second grade. I thank my mother and father for introducing me to stellar music early on in my life. dad and I saw Rush at Blossom Music Center when I was 9. best show I've ever been to. their live performances are exactly as they sound on an album. the musicianship is unparalleled.

RIP PROFESSOR I’d love to see Tool release their version of this to welcome the world back to live music once we are past COVID as both a tribute the Neil and the return of music

From a music standpoint, I never thought I'd get such enjoyment watching someone enjoy Rush. There catalog is just one fantastic song after another, album after album.

I've seen them do this in concert to perfection. A PERFECT trio!

One of my favorite albums by Rush. I only got to see them live once, but it was one of the best shows I've ever seen.

I could just listen to Neil hit the kit all day long. Damn I’m going to miss him so much. Just at levels that won’t be matched. And Alex is easily one of the most underrated guitarists of his time. So sick

This is one song with 7 parts. It's about a man who finds a guitar in a place where music is outlawed. This was side 1 on the vinyl album.

You've just been baptized, you are now aware, you will now be held responsible!

I was blown away when I first heard "Temples of Syrinx" on the radio, then I heard the rest of the 2112 album and I became a Rush fan for life.

I would bet we all felt the same the first time we were blessed to hear the greatness of RUSH

RIP Neil Peart the Drummer. He passed away today.

You are my favorite reactionary Tuber. You seem to really appreciate the music. I love that. Much love, brother.

Rush connects on so man levels.... your reaction at each transtition also shows... I am so glad you enjoyed and mostly your obvious natural reaction to Niel... 2112 is simply put.. an Epic

I love how the light in your eyes portrays the goodness our music is giving you ENJOY THE RIDE!!!!! This album came out when I was 12 and I am so lucky to have been there listening to all 50s 60s 70s and the 80s and 90s

Give this another listen with the lyrics in front of you. The story being told is every bit as good as the music that goes with it.

RUSH 2112 IS A MASTERPIECE.

Fantastic Album. Geddy Lee is the star of this record. The guitar is great, but the bass and drums make it what it is.

Listening to this so many times over the years was great but trying to play it with my band buddies in a sweaty garage studio was even better. Long live Rush!

I KNEW you would love it!!! GOOSEBUMPS! Every. Single. Time. This one came out in 1976.

"We have assumed control, we have assumed control, WE HAVE ASSUMED CONTROL." Yes they did, of their creative freedom. The big FU to the corporate radio execs.

I hear you shout, "THIS HAS BEEN A GREAT DAY!" and I'm teleported back to when I first heard this. My man recently I've run across so many different people having these joyful reactions to Rush, people of different ethnicities, ages, countries, and I realize you are all my people, but I also realize, "Hey, those times when I thought I just might be surrounded by morons, I was!" I love what you do man. Rock on!

Bought this when it came out, remain mesmerised by it all these years later. Masterpiece from start to finish. We have assumed to tell indeed.

"And the meek shall inherit the earth" Jamel's face lights up with both surprise and joy as I am sure every one of our faces did when we first experienced this song. Rush is a journey that is forever timeless and I can only imagine how crazy this was back when the album first hit the streets. I discovered them in the late 80's/early 90's. Here we are 30 plus years later and they are still bringing new joy in 2020. It just makes me wonder if they foretasted their absolute relevance to 2112. I think that there is defiantly some sort of "other worldly" connection in their ability to continually draw people in.

Its good to see someone of the younger generation appreciate the music of an "older" generation. Thank you and well done.

This is when we would sit and listen to whole albums together. Maybe one best friend, maybe your best crew. Study the lyrics, pass the liner notes around... god that was so fun

Obviously one of the greatest rock album side concepts, but consider the short time it took to create. Some bands take years in between albums to get such perfection.

Jamel, I just discovered your channel, and (roughly) one month after Peart passed, watching YOUR reaction to "2112" brought me absolute happiness! I acted like this when I first heard this ON TAPE at 14-15 years old. :)

Man, I've heard this album thousands of times it seems and I still get Goosebumps every time I hear it.

Pretty heavy stuff for 1976 guy. 45 damn years later, it really holds up. Best wishes, Jamal. Love yer shit!-Duf

I've been watching you for a while now. It's the song choices that draw me in, but it's your reactions that make the videos such an absolute joy to watch. I get a big grin watching you getting a grin as you listen to these songs. Keep on keepin' on!

NOW....I think he's ready for Rush - "Cygnus X-1: Book 1"

One of the most talented and unique bands ever, all three members are extremely talented, once in a lifetime occurrence.

This is one of a very small handful of albums that even after all these years.I still get goosebumps every time I hear it

The last words.... "Attention all planets of the solar federation". They say those 7 words 3 times. Next is "We have assumed control". They say those 4 words 3 times. First phrase = 21. Second phrase = 12. ................... 2112

If my kid was to come up to me and ask "Dad, could you show me how rock music works?" , I would smile and say "Have you heard of the band Rush?" This band is the Symphony of Rock...a symphony with three members.

I love Jamal's genuine smile : = ) I am glad someone else enjoys it as much as I do. Rush is an intellectual musical journey into science fiction & constitution (free will). Is it possible that another band could be this talented & thoughtful? (NO) They sound like 10 guys or more sometimes...

Rush, 'Tears' - one thing I've noticed is that some of the best Ballads come from the Heavy Metal bands. I honestly don't know how 'Tears' is so un-heard of. It's beautiful with deep lyrics. Please give it a listen.

Thank you for this! The greatest album side in history! Neal was a great story teller.

Every before listening to 2112: 20 minutes!? That’s long Everyone after 20 minutes of 2112: That’s It?

Hello Jamel, I was 10 when this came out. My first Rush record. I'm 54 now and I still never get tired of this. I'm glad you got to experience it. Awesome reaction. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦✌🤘🤘🤘

I listened to this for the first time in a long time the other day and it just blew me away. So good yes sir, I think it has almost universal appeal.

THE best song Ever I’ve listened to Rush for over 40yrs 2112 is 20+ minutes of music genius that I will never tire of

This guy is gonna have time signature whiplash before it’s all over.

They made a three piece band sound like double the personnel. Genius. And the lyrics gave rise to some great philosophical discussions.

I saw them live 15 times starting in 1983, and the last was their R40 tour. In my opinion, they even sounded better live than in studio (EVERY TIME) if you can believe that. Not only in quality, crispness, etc,, but, of course they had the freedom to ad lib if they chose and it was always “addition”, not subtraction that went on, and it was GORGEOUS. They were just FANTASTIC. Always the BEST show no matter what genre, band, year, or venue I witnessed... and I’ve seen some good ones. I saw YES , which were good, and whom I was a big fan of at the time, but compared to Rush’s concert’s - RUSH BLEW THEM AWAY, just the cold hard facts of it. Their sound wasn’t up there at ALL at the same exquisite level as Rush’s , (among other things). I could go on.

I'm so glad you enjoyed this! I heard this album when it first came out. I was 13 years old and it changed me forever. I picked up a bass guitar, learned this entire album, and I'm still playing today. That was back when you bought the record and read the lyrics while the album played. If you haven't done that with this record, I recommend it highly!

HUGE Respect to you for listening to this epic story! I used to listen to this on vinyl with quality headphones back in the late 70s. Each time you listen to it, you can pick up something you had missed on first listening..

“Man shit I could’ve listened to that for 20 hours” amen brother 😂🤘

That was awesome! This masterpiece can’t help but bring a smile to your face. Especially if you haven’t heard it in a while. I’ve seen Rush live twice I believe. Once when I was young and once in the 90s I think it was.

Wow, been about 44 years since I heard this the first time. Was amazed. It's wonderful to see you enjoy this unexpected pleasure.