Rush as an “acquired taste”?

The first song that I remember hearing by Rush was Closer To The Heart. And I liked it.

Years later, I heard The Spirit Of Radio and LOVED it. I found and bought the album and played it repeatedly….. still do.

For me, it was instant love for their music, especially since my taste in music is pretty varied.

But, I have often heard that, for some, Rush’s was an acquired taste.

Was it for you?