Becoming
Pantera · Original Album Series [2011]
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.
(chorus) 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 fuck 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.
(chorus)
Becoming - Pantera
Pantera's "Becoming" stands as a pivotal track in the band's evolution from groove metal to the aggressive thrash metal that defined their later career. Released on the 2011 compilation "Original Album Series," the song captures the raw energy and technical proficiency that would become hallmarks of their sound. Featuring the iconic interplay between Phil Anselmo's vocals and the band's driving riffs, the recording showcases the group's ability to blend speed with heaviness. As part of their extensive discography, "Becoming" reflects the band's commitment to pushing musical boundaries, influencing countless artists in the heavy metal genre. The track remains a testament to Pantera's legacy as one of the most impactful acts in modern metal history.