Steeped in a hard rock swing, brash punk energy, metallic bombast, and a healthy helping of death rock, these three musicians—Jimmy Calabrese [vocals, bass], Bobby Calabrese [vocals, guitar], and Davey Calabrese [drums]—established a diehard following and garnered immense critical praise outside of the traditional system, emerging as underground luminaries from their native Phoenix, AZ.
Tastemakers from Alternative Press and Guitar World to Metal Hammer, Rue Morgue, Fangoria, and Rock Sound have featured them, while the trio has shared the stage with the likes of Tiger Army, She Wants Revenge, Strung Out, Nekromantix, and more.
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One of Us
Calabrese Lyrics
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You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us (Whoa)
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Everything you said, was all wrong
Who you thought you were, you're not strong
I taught you to be a coward
I taught you dysfunctional
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us (Whoa)
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Only I say, only goes
Don't you try and disagree
I pull the wings off little souls
Only I say, only goes (Whoa)
Only I say, only goes
Don't you try and disagree
I pull the wings off little souls
Only I say
Only goes
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us (Whoa)
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Try to be yourself
You're one of us
Calabrese's "One of Us" is a song that speaks to the notion of conforming to societal pressures and losing oneself in the process. The chorus is particularly repetitive, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself despite the pressures to conform. The phrase "Try to be yourself, you're one of us" is repeated multiple times to encourage individuality, rather than conforming to society's standards. The verses, on the other hand, have a darker tone. They suggest that the world can be cruel, and that conforming to societal norms will only lead to weakness and dysfunction.
The lyrics in the verses suggest a toxic relationship where someone is abused by another, who tries to mold them into something they're not. It is implied that the person is put in a situation where they're not allowed to have their own thoughts or opinions. The lyrics highlight the toxicity that can result from such relationships, and how it can lead to losing one's identity. The line "I pull the wings off little souls" is particularly troubling, as it suggests a power dynamic in which someone is manipulating another person into submission.
Overall, "One of Us" reflects on the importance of staying true to oneself even in the face of societal pressures to conform. It highlights the dangers of losing one's identity and the negative effects of manipulation and power dynamics in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to be yourself
Encouraging the listener to embrace their true identity
You’re one of us
Assuring the listener that they belong and are accepted
Everything you said, was all wrong
Critiquing the listener's past behavior and beliefs
Who you thought you were, you’re not strong
Imposing a negative self-image on the listener
I taught you to be a coward
Taking credit for the listener's perceived weakness
I taught you dysfunctional
Taking credit for the listener's perceived flaws and negative behavior
Only I say, only goes
Asserting dominance and control over the listener
Don’t you try and disagree
Discouraging the listener from expressing their own opinion or thoughts
I pull the wings off little souls
Threatening to harm or destroy the listener's spirit or identity
Lyrics © CALABRESE LLC
Written by: Robert Andrew Calabrese, James Patrick Calabrese Jr, David Joseph Calabrese
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
CALABRESE
ONE OF US LYRICS
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us (Whoa)
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Everything you said, was all wrong
Who you thought you were, you’re not strong
I taught you to be a coward
I taught you dysfunctional
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us (Whoa)
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Only I say, only goes
Don’t you try and disagree
I pull the wings off little souls
Only I say, only goes (Whoa)
Only I say, only goes
Don’t you try and disagree
I pull the wings off little souls
Only I say
Only goes
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us (Whoa)
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
Try to be yourself
You’re one of us
punkpansy
Pretty sure this was the song you guys where at in your set when I started crying from happiness at the Brauer house show lol. So happy I finally got to see you live it wont be the last time!