Break The Silence

The song 'Break The Silence' by The Dig delves into the internal and external struggles of expressing oneself. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is trapped in their own silence, unable to voice their thoughts and emotions. The opening lines, 'If you could spit it out / If you could only shout,' suggest a deep-seated frustration and a yearning to communicate, but the subsequent lines, 'When you open your mouth / Pull the trigger with your tongue / But your heart goes numb,' highlight the paralyzing fear and emotional numbness that prevent this expression.

The recurring refrain, 'You can never break the silence / In your home, in your home / It's in your bones, it's in your bones,' emphasizes the pervasive and ingrained nature of this silence. It suggests that the inability to speak out is not just a situational issue but something deeply embedded in the person's identity and environment. The mention of 'home' indicates that this silence is a part of their everyday life, possibly hinting at a stifling or oppressive domestic situation.

The lines, 'Even if it breaks your heart / You set your soul apart / Turn yourself around,' reflect the internal conflict and the emotional toll of this silence. The reference to being 'such a quiet kid' and the effort 'not to blow your lid' without making a sound further illustrate the struggle to maintain composure and the fear of the consequences of breaking this silence. The song poignantly captures the pain and isolation of being unable to express oneself, resonating with anyone who has felt trapped by their own inability to speak out.