Ahead By A Century by The Tragically Hip

“No dress rehearsal, this is our life.”

In this episode of Allison Unchained, Allison Hagendorf dives into the real story behind “Ahead by a Century” by The Tragically Hip, a song that became more than music, evolving into something deeply woven into the fabric of a nation.

Originally born out of an improvised moment on stage, the song took shape during a time when the band was intentionally shifting the energy of their live shows creating space for something more grounded, more connected, and more human.

It’s a reminder that life isn’t something we rehearse for, we’re living it in real time, and that’s what makes every moment matter.

Listen to the full experience (episode + song): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5NUyUcmjvLPxAYdiwY9gTC?si=810a3761400443

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