We All Become

Transistor's song 'We All Become' delves into themes of individuality, conformity, and the struggle to maintain one's identity in the face of societal pressures. The opening lines, 'When you speak I hear silence / Every word a defiance,' suggest a disconnect between the speaker and the world around them. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling unheard or misunderstood, where every attempt to communicate feels like an act of rebellion against an indifferent or oppressive environment.

The lyrics 'Think I'll go where it suits me / Moving out to the country / With everyone, oh, everyone / Before we all become one' reflect a desire to escape from the homogenizing forces of society. The idea of moving to the country symbolizes a retreat to a simpler, more authentic way of life, away from the pressures to conform. However, the repeated phrase 'Before we all become one' hints at an inevitable loss of individuality, suggesting that no matter where one goes, the forces of conformity are inescapable.

The song also touches on themes of pain and numbness, as seen in the lines 'Stabbing pain for the feeling / Now your wound's never healing / 'Til you're numb, oh, it's begun.' This could be interpreted as a commentary on the emotional toll of trying to fit in or the self-destructive behaviors people engage in to cope with their sense of isolation. The repeated refrain 'Oh, we all, we all become one' serves as a haunting reminder of the ultimate fate that awaits us all if we do not resist the pull towards uniformity. The call to 'Stop grieving, start leaving' is a rallying cry to take action before it's too late, emphasizing the urgency of preserving one's unique identity.