We’d like to analyze a song for you. This is a Rush song about a car. This is called Red Barchetta.
Red Barchetta Analysis
- The proper pronunciation of the word “Barchetta.”
- Who knew about the country place?
- Did you ever think the lyric was, “where my wine-o uncle waits?“
- What are the “alloy air cars?”
- A classic rock ‘n roll car song
- Red Barchetta was inspired by Richard S. Foster’s novel, “A Nice Morning Drive.”
- What do the hero and his uncle do after the thrilling ride?
- Jay wonders, What if the whole thing was a dream?
- How long is the giant stranded at the riverside?
- Does the uncle ever drive the car?
- Is the car an example of an art or craft that is “closer to the heart?”
- How often did Rush play “Red Barchetta” on tour?
Favorite Lines from the Rush Song Red Barchetta
Laughing out loud
With fear and hope, I’ve got a desperate plan
Question: What does the Rush song Red Barchetta mean to you?
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