Becoming

Song Meaning

The lyrics open with a stark declaration about "jealousy is blind," immediately establishing a theme of distorted perception. Yet, a persistent "light" offers a counterpoint, promising a return to a "right horizon." This sets up an immediate tension between destructive emotion and guiding hope. This initial tension deepens with unsettling imagery as "Blood is running down the river," hinting at profound turmoil or consequence. The narrator then makes a startling admission: "I feel like fond of destruction." This suggests a dangerous attraction to chaos, which the lyrics then link to a sense of unfulfilled identity, asking if "destiny" played a "dirty trick" when one was "not the one you wanted to be." The perspective shifts dramatically, moving from internal reflection to a direct, almost accusatory address. The lyrics challenge, "Can't you see the pain inside," implying a hidden struggle that "Over the years we can hide." This culminates in a piercing question about self-sustainability: "How long will you be able to stand yourself / If you think no one is stopping you," suggesting unchecked self-destruction. The repetition of the opening lines at the close creates a powerful, cyclical effect. It underscores the ongoing battle against the blindness of jealousy and the continuous pull towards a guiding "light." This structural choice emphasizes that the search for the "right horizon" is not a one-time event but a persistent, perhaps even daily, act of choosing self-preservation over destructive impulses.