Becoming
Pantera
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A long time ago I never knew myself. Then the memory Of shame birthed its gift. No more. The small one, the weak one, the frightened one. Running from beatings, deflating. I'm becoming more Than a man. More than you ever were. Driven and burning To rise beyond Jesus. I'm born again with snakes eyes Becoming Godsize I found my life was slipping through my hands. Perhaps Through death my life won't be so bad. I can see you, can f*ck you, inside of you. Staring through Your eyes. Belittle your friends to serve me, to suck me, To realize my saving grasp. I of suicide. I the unlord. I'm born again with snakes eyes Becoming Godsize
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Written by: DARRELL LANCE ABBOTT, PHILIP ANSELMO, PHILIP HANSEN ANSELMO, REX BROWN, REX ROBERT BROWN, VINCENT PAUL ABBOTT
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10 facts about this song
Album Inspiration"Becoming" is a track from Pantera's seventh studio album "Far Beyond Driven." The album was heavily inspired by the negative things the band members were going through at that time, such as drug addiction, deaths, and feeling exploited.
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Debut SuccessReleased in 1994, "Far Beyond Driven" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in the U.S., which made Pantera one of the few heavy metal bands who achieved this.
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Music CompositionKnown for its heavy and aggressive sound, "Becoming" features the signature style of guitarist Dimebag Darrell who employed the use of a whammy pedal to create high-pitched noise.
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Drumming InnovationDrummer Vinnie Paul's foot technique in "Becoming" is noteworthy. He used double bass drum pedals and a shuffle beat called "The Train" to create a unique drum pattern that contributed significantly to the song's unconventional rhythm.
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Lyrical ContentThe lyrics of "Becoming" were written by Phil Anselmo, who described the song as an anthem about determination and emerging stronger from adversity.
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Tribute to Dimebag DarrellAfter the tragic death of guitarist Dimebag Darrell in 2004, "Becoming" became one of the songs often played by bands and artists as a tribute to him.
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Fan Reaction"Becoming" is considered one of Pantera's iconic songs by fans and critics alike. It showcased the band's ability to combine raw aggression with innovation in music.
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Concert StapleDuring their active years, Pantera regularly included "Becoming" in their setlist, making it a fan-favorite at concerts.
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Band's Legacy"Becoming" and the album "Far Beyond Driven" solidified Pantera's role as one of the pioneers of groove metal in the 1990s.
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Awards"Far Beyond Driven" - the album that "Becoming" is featured on - won the 1994 Echo Award for Best International Rock/Alternative Group.
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