Silent Lucidity
Queensryche · Classic Masters [2003]
Wipe away the teardrop from your eye.
You're lying safe in bed,
It was all a bad dream spinning in your head.
Your mind tricked you to feel the pain,
Of someone close to you leaving the game (of life).
So here it is, another chance, wide awake you face the day.
The dream is over, or has it just begun....?
There's a place I like to hide,
A doorway that I run through in the night
Relax child, you were there
But only didn't realize, and you were scared.
It's a place where you will learn
To face your fears
Retrace the years
And ride the whims of your mind.
Commanding in another world
Suddenly you hear and see this magic new dimension
I........will be watching over you
I........am gonna help to see you through
I........will protect you in the night
I........am smiling next to you
In silent lucidity
Visualise your dream,
Record it in the present tense,
Put it into a permanent form,
If you persist in all efforts,
You can achieve dream control...
...dream control...
...dream control...
::whispered:: (help me)
If you open your mind for me
You won't rely on open eyes to see.
The walls you built within
Come tumbling down; a new world will begin.
Living twice at once you learn
You're safe from pain in the dream domain
A soul set free to fly.
A round trip journey in your head
Master of illusion, can you realize your dream's alive
You can be the guide, but...
I........will be watching over you
I........am gonna help to see you through
I........will protect you in the night
I........am smiling next to you
Silent Lucidity
Queensryche's 'Silent Lucidity' stands as a defining track from their 2003 compilation, 'Classic Masters,' showcasing the band's signature blend of progressive metal and symphonic elements. The song exemplifies the group's ability to weave complex time signatures with soaring vocal melodies, a hallmark of their discography spanning the 1990s and beyond. Recorded during a period where Queensryche solidified their status as pioneers of the power metal genre, the piece reflects the band's commitment to technical proficiency and atmospheric depth. It serves as a testament to their evolution from the thrash-influenced sound of their early work to the more polished, orchestral arrangements that characterized their later catalog. The track remains a staple for fans appreciating the intricate layering of guitars and the emotive delivery of lead singer Michael Wherley.