A Rite Of Passage by Dream Theater
Key: EE | Capo: 0fr |  Left-Handed 

    


Verse 1:
 
E5 (play variants through Verse) 
Since the new world order played upon our fears 
Spreading accusations of radical ideas 
The brotherhood of wisdom: strength and dignity 
Its rituals and secrets remain a mystery 
Pre-Chorus:
 
F#                 G        F#                G          F# 
  Beneath an ever watchful eye, the angels of the temple fly 
B5                   A2 
Turn the key, walk through the gate 
     G               D       A2      B5 
The great ascent to reach a higher state 
A2           G      F# 
  A rite of passage 
     B5             A2 
The final stage; a sacred home 
   G                  D       A2    B5 
Unlock the door, and lay the cornerstone 
A2           G      F# 
  A rite of passage 
Verse 2:
 
E5                       D5 
Men of wealth and power, influence and fame 
    C5                        B5 
Philosophers and leaders are members of the trade 
E5                        D5 
Bound by oath and honor, like the rose and cross 
   C5                 B5 
An enigmatic union of esoteric thought 
(Pre-Chorus, Chorus) 
 
Final-Chorus:
 
B5                   A2 
Turn the key, walk through the gate 
     G               D       A2      B5 
The great ascent to reach a higher state 
A2           G      F# 
  A rite of passage 
     B5               A2 
The seven stars, the rising sun 
   G                   D        A2    B5 
A perfect world where new life has begun 
A2           G     F# 
  A rite of passage