A Rite of Passage

Lyrics

[Instrumental Intro] [Verse 1: James LaBrie] Since the new world order Played upon our fears Spreading accusations Of radical ideas The brotherhood of wisdom Strength and dignity Fight! Its rituals and secrets Remain a mystery [Pre-Chorus: James LaBrie & Mike Portnoy] Beneath an ever watchful eye The angels of the temple fly [Chorus: James LaBrie & Mike Portnoy] Turn the key, walk through the gate The great ascent to reach a higher state A rite of passage The final stage, a sacred home Unlock the door and lay the cornerstone A rite of passage [Verse 2: James LaBrie] Men of wealth and power Influence and faith Philosophers and leaders Are members of the trade Bound by open honor Like the rose and cross An enigmatic union Of esoteric thought [Pre-Chorus] Beneath an ever watchful eye The angels of the temple fly [Chorus] Turn the key, walk through the gate The great ascent to reach a higher state A rite of passage The final stage, a sacred home Unlock the door and lay the cornerstone A rite of passage [Instrumental Break] [Guitar Solo] [Keyboard Solo with Bebot App Solo] [Chorus] Turn the key, walk through the gate The great ascent to reach a higher state A rite of passage The seven stars, the rising sun A perfect world, a new life has begun A rite of passage [Instrumental Outro]