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from the new Open Mike Eagle "A Special Episode of - EP"
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/a-special-episode-ep/id961827159

produced by GOLD PANDA
vocals by OPEN MIKE EAGLE

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Mello Music Group, 2015

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Chapitre 2 : Dossier fantôme

“Light in the Lodge” is a hip-hop narrative that challenges misconceptions and brings clarity to one of the world’s oldest fraternal traditions: Freemasonry. Through sharp, factual lyricism and respectful storytelling, the song reframes the lodge as a place of moral growth, charity, equality, and service rather than the shadowy myth often portrayed in pop culture. It’s an educational, rhythmic, and empowering track that pays homage to the real craft and the people who keep its principles alive.

Verse 1 grounds the listener in Freemasonry’s origins—stoneworkers building literal structures and, over time, symbolic ones. The lyrics highlight their transition from physical craftsmanship to moral craftsmanship: building character, truth, and community. Acts of charity appear as central pillars: feeding the poor, supporting education through scholarships, funding shelters, and serving quietly without seeking recognition. By describing Freemasonry as inclusive, welcoming all religions and peaceful creeds, the verse counters the idea of it being an exclusionary or sinister organisation.

The hook reinforces the central message: Freemasonry is not a “secret club” but a global code of ethics with private rituals—its intention rooted in wisdom, unity, and the pursuit of light. Brotherhood and sisterhood shine here as timeless human values rather than hidden allegiances.

Verse 2 takes on modern misconceptions head-on. It debunks the outdated claim that Masonry is only for men, acknowledging women’s lodges worldwide and affirming gender equality within the craft. It also confronts the belief that Freemasonry protects wrongdoing; the lyrics stress accountability and integrity, emphasising that members who violate moral principles are removed to preserve the lodge’s ethical foundation. The verse continues dismantling sensationalised myths—devil worship, conspiracies, secret power—inviting listeners to “ask a real Mason” and discover the truth for themselves.

The bridge connects historical figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Mozart to the legacy of building values and institutions that still influence society today. Their imperfections are acknowledged, underscoring that the lodge aims to develop people, not deify them. The lodge becomes a metaphorical sanctuary—a “light in a world so dark”—where individuals rebuild their character through truth, discipline, and community.

The outro brings the message full circle: Freemasonry, like any human system, has had both good and bad participants, yet its core mission remains rooted in personal improvement and silent service. Its strength comes from internal light rather than external validation, and the final call to “Respect the craft” is a plea for understanding rather than judgement.

Overall, “Light in the Lodge” is a bold, educational, and uplifting track that defends a misunderstood institution while celebrating its values of charity, truth, unity, and moral refinement. In true 9000UK style, it blends rhythm with meaning, turning hip-hop into a vessel for historical clarity and positive cultural conversation.

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