Alex Lifeson, born Aleksandar Živojinović on August 27, 1953, is a Canadian musician, songwriter, producer, and actor. Of Serbian descent, he adopted the stage name "Lifeson," a semi-literal English translation of his surname, Živojinović, which means “son of life” in Serbian. Born in Fernie, British Columbia, Canada, Lifeson grew up in Toronto, where he began his journey in music during his teenage years.
Lifeson is best known as the co-founder and guitarist of the legendary rock band Rush. As the only guitarist in the band, he contributed significantly to Rush's distinctive sound through his adept use of both acoustic and electric guitars. His talents also extend to a wide range of stringed instruments, including the mandolin, mandola, and bouzouki. While he primarily served as a backing vocalist, Lifeson occasionally provided lead vocals in the group’s early days.
Partnering with Geddy Lee on vocals, bass, and synthesizers, and Neil Peart on drums and lyrics, Lifeson played a pivotal role in creating Rush’s genre-defining blend of hard rock, progressive rock, and heavy metal. His contributions as both musician and songwriter helped propel Rush to international acclaim.
In recognition of their substantial impact on Canadian music and culture, Lifeson and his bandmates Geddy Lee and Neil Peart were appointed Officers of the Order of Canada on February 26, 1996 — one of the highest civilian honors in the country. This marked the first time that a rock band received such recognition as a group.
Lifeson also shared the stage with Rush during one of their most memorable performances at the Toronto SARS benefit concert in 2003, attracting a crowd of over 450,000 people. Over the years, his talent has earned him accolades, including the "Best Rock Talent" award in 1983 and "Best Rock Guitarist" in 1984.
| Birth Date: | 27 Aug, 1953 |
| Age: | 66 yrs |
| Occupations: | Composer Guitarist Songwriter Record producer |
| Citizenship: | Canada |
| Birth Place: | Fernie |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Canadian musician |
| Net Worth 2021: | 35 million |
