Mick Blankenship - Silent Lucidity [Official Music Video]

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Official music video for "Silent Lucidity" by @MickBlankenship

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Written by: Chris DeGarmo
Originally performed by @QueensrycheOfficial

Album "Legacy" release Copyright © 2025

Lyrics:
Hush now, don't you cry
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, your 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
will be watching over you
(I) am gonna help you see it through
(I) will protect you in the night
(I) am smiling next to you, in silent lucidity
I can't do this
Visualize your dream, record it in the present tense
Put it into a permanent form
If you persist in your efforts, you can achieve dream control
How's that then, better?
Dream control, dream control
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, and a new world will begin
Living twice at once, you learn
You're safe from the 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
will be watching over you
(I) am gonna help you see it through
(I) will protect you in the night
(I) I'm smiling next to you


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Silent Lucidity” is a power ballad by American progressive metal band Queensrÿche, featured on their 1990 album Empire. Written by guitarist Chris DeGarmo, the song draws inspiration from the concept of lucid dreaming—the awareness and control of one's dreams. DeGarmo was influenced by Patricia Garfield's 1974 book Creative Dreaming, which explores techniques for conscious dreaming .

Musically, the track stands out for its lush orchestration, including contributions from composer Michael Kamen, and a blend of acoustic guitar with symphonic elements. Originally composed with just acoustic guitar and vocals, the song evolved to include rich instrumental layers, creating a dreamlike soundscape .
Wikipedia

Lyrically, “Silent Lucidity” serves as a comforting guide through the realm of dreams, encouraging listeners to confront and overcome fears within the safety of their subconscious. Lead vocalist Geoff Tate has described the song as conveying a parent's reassurance to a child experiencing a nightmare, highlighting its emotional depth .
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Upon its release, the song achieved significant commercial success, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart. It was also nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1992: Best Rock Song and Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group . “Silent Lucidity” remains one of Queensrÿche's most iconic and enduring songs, celebrated for its emotive lyrics and atmospheric composition.