"Metropolis Pt. 1: The Miracle and the Sleeper" is a progressive metal song by the band Dream Theater. It serves as the first part of a larger narrative that unfolds throughout their album, Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory. The song features intricate musical compositions and showcases the band's technical proficiency, blending various styles and time signatures. Lyrically, the song explores themes of duality and conflict, represented by the characters of the Miracle and the Sleeper. The narrative hints at a deeper story involving love, loss, and the search for identity, setting the stage for the album's overarching plot.