Tom Sawyer

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Tom Sawyer by Rush

About Tom Sawyer

"Tom Sawyer" is a 1981 song by Canadian progressive rock band Rush named for Mark Twain's literary character. The song relies heavily on Geddy Lee's synthesizer playing and the techniques of drummer Neil Peart. Geddy Lee has referred to the track as the "quintessential Rush song"; It is one of Rush's best-known songs and is a staple of classic rock radio. Geddy Lee told The Plain Dealer newspaper the band never foresaw the success of the song: He said: "The one song that we have to play for the rest of our lives. .

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About this song

Credited to: Rush
Album: Classic Dad Rock · Track 30 of 46
Released: September 12, 2025
Duration: 4:33
On Last.fm: 922,906 listeners on Last.fm

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