Dream Theater - A Rite of Passage Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'A Rite of Passage'?

   The lyrics for 'A Rite of Passage' were written by John Myung, John Petrucci, Jordan Rudess, and Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater.

2. What themes does 'A Rite of Passage' explore?

   'A Rite of Passage' delves into themes of freemasonry and secret societies, touching on concepts like wealth, power, and esoteric thoughts.

3. When was 'A Rite of Passage' released as a single?

   'A Rite of Passage' was released as a single on May 8, 2009, ahead of the band's tenth studio album, 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings.'

4. On which album is 'A Rite of Passage' featured?

   'A Rite of Passage' is featured on Dream Theater's tenth studio album, 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings,' which was released on June 23, 2009.

5. How was 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' received by critics?

   'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' received generally favorable reviews from critics, with a Metacritic score of 68. It was praised as one of Dream Theater's finest albums, although it was noted that it might not bring in new fans. It peaked at number six on the Billboard 200.

6. What special editions or formats were available for 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings'?

   A deluxe collector's edition of 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' was released, packaged in a silver foil embossed black velvet box. It included a 3-disc Special Edition, a 180-Gram Double LP, a DVD, a lithograph signed by Hugh Syme, and a mouse pad. Limited Edition silver tickets allowed meet-and-greets with the band.