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: Geddy Lee describes the piece as being built around "rhythm and blues bass-drum interplay". It is often cited as a standout moment for his bass playing, featuring a funky, driving undertone that anchors the more atmospheric elements.

"Leave That Thing Alone" became a staple of Rush's live sets, often serving as the lead-in to Neil Peart’s drum solo. Notable live versions include: Rush-Leave That Thing Alone

: Neil Peart used the song to experiment with diverse patterns, incorporating a "Nigerian beat" influenced by King Sunny Ade in the second verse, and later shifting into a "quasi-jazz pattern". Recording and Production : Geddy Lee describes the piece as being

: Alex Lifeson contributed a "clean verse thing" he had been developing on tour, along with a solo that originated from an early digital recording on an Alesis ADAT. Lifeson noted the solo has a distinct "Celtic flavor". Notable live versions include: : Neil Peart used

The track earned a for "Best Instrumental Rock Performance," highlighting its critical success during a period when the band was moving away from the heavy synth-pop of the late 80s. Legacy in Live Performance