Jacob's Ladder (track)
by Rush

Jacob's Ladder by Rush
Year: 1980
From the album Permanent Waves (track #3)
Average Rating: 
83/100 (from 131 votes)
     

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From 06/12/2022 12:17 | #286278
The best track on the album, a tour de force and packs a real punch.
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From 03/28/2022 08:16 | #283509
A great progressive piece on a more grounded record. Glimpses of the 70's Rush shine through in all the right ways.
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From 01/17/2017 17:03 | #183013
Not nearly so catchy as the first two songs, this one requires the right mood to fully enjoy.
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From 06/25/2016 03:05 | #169699
Jacob's Ladder grew on me once I finally developed the patience to listen to it. A very rewarding song and one of Rush's greatest and final epics.
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