Seven Cities of Gold
The protagonist searches for legendary cities of gold — a metaphor for the impossible dreams that drive exploration and discovery. The reference to the historical Seven Cities of Cíbola grounds the steampunk fantasy in real myth.
One of the album's most musically adventurous tracks, with dynamic shifts between sections that recall Rush's progressive heritage. The arrangement builds with cinematic scope.
It explores the paradox of seeking: the journey matters more than the destination, but you can't have the journey without believing in the destination.