| Ravenskill | |
| The Astonishing | |
| Length | 6:01 |
| Working title | |
| Release date | January 29, 2016 |
| Lyrics | John Petrucci |
| Music | Jordan Rudess, John Petrucci |
| First live performance | London Palladium, London, England, on Feb. 18, 2016 |
| Total live plays | 91 |
| Recorded | |
| Other appearances | |
| Previous song | A Life Left Behind |
| Next song | Chosen |
Ravenskill is the fourteenth track from Dream Theater's thirteenth studio album, The Astonishing.
Analysis[]
Faythe arrives in Ravenskill, looking for Gabriel. After a lack of success, Xander, Arhys' son, takes her to Gabriel's safe house. Arhys refuses to trust Faythe, and doubts her intentions.
Lyrics[]
[NARRATOR:] Morning breaks beyond the night And she's a world away Through crowded streets This quiet, hooded stranger makes her way [FAYTHE:] Please, excuse me Sir, can you help me? Where can I find this man? [TOWNSPERSON:] Sorry, can't speak Someone is waiting [FAYTHE:] Yes, I understand [NARRATOR:] As her will Starts to fade And all but disappears Like a ghost Suddenly a boy is standing there And all is clear [FAYTHE:] I'm your friend Trust me, don't be scared I am looking for your father and I promise I can help Now take my hand We haven't time to spare [NARRATOR:] Hopeful and innocent Sensing no danger He sees humanity Behind the stranger's eyes Her true identity Will be revealed when she sheds her disguise [FAYTHE:] My intentions are faithful! There's a chance we can still end this game I'd be forever grateful To see him once again [ARHYS:] You dare to stand Before my eyes! You're one of them Why would I trust you? [FAYTHE:] It's not like that I can't go back! Hope fades away With each passing second Lost in this moment Is where I want to stay This can't be broken We need to find a way Gabriel I would wait a lifetime Just to see your face But all we have is one more day [GABRIEL:] I remember your father was moved by my song I know when he's sees we're united that he'll understand We will walk this road together We will face this hand in hand With music and love on our side, we can't lose this fight Tomorrow, our dreams come alive