Transform
Phil Lober Lyrics
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On a cold night
It didn't matter even if I didn't fall
Back down to the trench
Five nights drenched in fire
Face the wall
Give me life now
I had drowned in the sweat
Of finishing what was already done
Would it take a lifetime to go out to sea?
With a higher, braver, solid, golden version of me?
No doubt
All i had was pictures in my head
But the promise led me further than my feet could 'magine
(Would it take a lifetime to go out to sea?
With a higher, braver, solid, golden version of me?
No doubt
All i had was pictures in my head
But the promise led me further than my feet could 'magine)
(Transform)
(Transform)
The song "Transform" by Phil Lober is a reflective piece about overcoming personal battles and being transformed into a stronger version of oneself. The first verse talks about dressing up for a cold night, perhaps a metaphor for preparing oneself for a difficult journey. The line "It didn't matter even if I didn't fall" suggests that even if the singer didn't succeed in their endeavor, they were still willing to try. The following line "Back down to the trench, five nights drenched in fire" paints a picture of struggle and hardship, but the singer continues to persevere.
The second verse speaks to feeling trapped and suffocated by one's own thoughts and fears, but ultimately rising above them. The line "I had drowned in the sweat of finishing what was already done" suggests that the singer was consumed by their own self-imposed pressure to succeed. The chorus asks the question "Would it take a lifetime to go out to sea?" which can be interpreted as meaning "Would it take a lifetime to become the best version of myself?" The mention of a "solid, golden version of me" suggests a desire for strength and perfection.
The repeated lines of "Transform" at the end of the song can be interpreted as a call to action, a reminder to continue striving for personal growth and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
I dressed it up
I dressed up my fears and insecurities, pretending like everything was okay.
On a cold night
During a difficult and trying time when I felt especially vulnerable.
It didn't matter even if I didn't fall
Despite my fears, failing wouldn't have really affected me in the end.
Back down to the trench
Returning to a place of struggle and hardship.
Five nights drenched in fire
Experiencing intense and overwhelming pain and stress.
Face the wall
Confronting the hard truths about myself and my situation.
Give me life now
Desperately seeking a new and better way of living.
Claustrophobic in my own right
Feeling trapped by my own limitations and fears.
I had drowned in the sweat
I was completely consumed by the effort required to achieve my goals.
Of finishing what was already done
Struggling to tie up loose ends and complete tasks that had already been accomplished.
Would it take a lifetime to go out to sea?
Wondering if it would be worth the effort to break free from my current situation.
With a higher, braver, solid, golden version of me?
Wondering if I could become a better, stronger, more successful version of myself.
No doubt
Confident that taking a chance on myself is the right choice.
All i had was pictures in my head
Believing in myself and my potential, even though nothing had yet come to fruition.
But the promise led me further than my feet could 'magine
Trust in the belief that taking a chance on myself and my future will pay off in ways I haven't even imagined yet.
(Transform)
Emphasizes the idea of transformation, a core theme in the song, and serves as a call to action for the listener.
Contributed by Brody T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gregg Everman
Mr. Lober, I've decided to use my leisurely time right now to tell you what an abundance of inspiration your music from the album VOYANT has been to my creativity over some years now.
LARA was my first exposure, followed by THE COAST, CRISTOPHER, and OROS.
But after a time with these I finally gave the rest of the album a listen, and the tracks VOYANT (intro), HERE, PRAY and VALOR were added to my long list of frequent listens--my current favorites, I think!
Now, what does this music do for me, and why do I believe it to be a cut above SO MUCH other music out there--especially of the modern, soulless variety? I think I know at least part of the answer to that.
I think your music has well... a sort of Realness to it, an Actuality, if you follow me. I'm a creative type, you see, and the Voyant album has non-imaginary atmosphere, and a story interwoven throughout it.
(I'm not making this up! I've written whole scenes and discovered character's emotions, places and raw impactful scenarios more than once! I have 2 concept ideas in particular--not finished yet, but...soon???--and anyway, they absolutely THRIVE off this sort of stuff. Music like Porter Robinson's Sad Machine...though to be honest, apart from only a few of his thus far (SHELTER, SEA OF VOICES) as well as practically your entire VOYANT album!! I have yet to discover much quality stuff in this genre--which was popular in the 2010s but was rarely what ought to be called quality.)
I would label your music as very sci-fi, but with I guess a very noticeably deep human element. And I don't mean 'human' in the modern, shallow way of speaking. I mean, it bespeaks of Humanity at its core elements, emotions, and...whatever else! 😀 I wish I were a philosopher on the subject but I'm still learning all those poetic words and their meanings. (Humanity in general has got a lot of learning to do...)
Now um, if i may be a critic for a quick moment of your time--and no one is saying I'm to be entirely trusted in my opinions, but bear with me here--I might say I've found most of these aforementioned tracks too fluctuating--despite many of the fluctuations resulting in superior parts to what was playing beforehand!--and I'd also like to point out that the volume switches are a bit radical. And if I may continue my rather-blunt critique I'd also point out that maybe some of the 'actions' you build up to are overplayed, if you'll take my word for it.
And as a final suggestion (that I just thought of recently???) I would say that VOYANT was perhaps rendered too fast? Maybe the tracks' run times could have been extended? Y'know, almost like krautrock albums such as Klaus Schulze's from the 70s as one suggestion?
Actually the album is almost better understood as the soundtrack to some amazing piece of art, yet unpublished!
Anyways, my friend, I don't want to end this on a bad note. Your music was been some of the most inspiring I've ever listened to. And alongside Schulze's 70s stuff, some of Hammock's 2000's sounds like DEPARTURE SONGS and RAISING YOUR VOICE TRYING TO STOP AN ECHO; and I suppose Martin O'Donnell's Halo soundscores, your VOYANT album has been a large inspirational force of music for me. Maybe not everyone can handle your radical style, man, but I sure appreciated it.
Thanks for reading, and...well...if I may again... Uh, I'd try to perfect the VOYANT style at some point and deliver the finished result to the world! It'd be a mighty contribution, I think!
You have yourself a very good life, Mr. Lober. Thanks again.
Worlds of Sound
Dude you're style is so incredibly unique and amazing at the same time, well done!
lustrousoul
This is absolute gorgeous. I actually haven't heard this one before... you never ever fail to impress me Mr. Lober, and this was absolutely amazing. I could listen to it over and over again and never get tired of it because it's new and refreshing in so many ways. proceeds to put on repeat and search for where to buy this incredible piece of art
JollyRedGiant
I just got into your music Mr. Lober not too long ago. I must say that I haven't come across one of your songs that I didn't like. Quickly shot up to my top 5 favorite composers and I rarely find someone who can consistently deliver like you! please never stop making music!
TemporAlyx
Every song of yours is an absolutely transcendent experience worthy of the world. I will breathe these songs to the end of the universe and back.
Loven Prime
i'm literally listening to this on repeat! XD
SUCH A BEAUTIFULLY MADE SONG! You're an amazing composer Phil. I love your songs!
Gregg Everman
Mr. Lober, I've decided to use my leisurely time right now to tell you what an abundance of inspiration your music from the album VOYANT has been to my creativity over some years now.
LARA was my first exposure, followed by THE COAST, CRISTOPHER, and OROS.
But after a time with these I finally gave the rest of the album a listen, and the tracks VOYANT (intro), HERE, PRAY and VALOR were added to my long list of frequent listens--my current favorites, I think!
Now, what does this music do for me, and why do I believe it to be a cut above SO MUCH other music out there--especially of the modern, soulless variety? I think I know at least part of the answer to that.
I think your music has well... a sort of Realness to it, an Actuality, if you follow me. I'm a creative type, you see, and the Voyant album has non-imaginary atmosphere, and a story interwoven throughout it.
(I'm not making this up! I've written whole scenes and discovered character's emotions, places and raw impactful scenarios more than once! I have 2 concept ideas in particular--not finished yet, but...soon???--and anyway, they absolutely THRIVE off this sort of stuff. Music like Porter Robinson's Sad Machine...though to be honest, apart from only a few of his thus far (SHELTER, SEA OF VOICES) as well as practically your entire VOYANT album!! I have yet to discover much quality stuff in this genre--which was popular in the 2010s but was rarely what ought to be called quality.)
I would label your music as very sci-fi, but with I guess a very noticeably deep human element. And I don't mean 'human' in the modern, shallow way of speaking. I mean, it bespeaks of Humanity at its core elements, emotions, and...whatever else! 😀 I wish I were a philosopher on the subject but I'm still learning all those poetic words and their meanings. (Humanity in general has got a lot of learning to do...)
Now um, if i may be a critic for a quick moment of your time--and no one is saying I'm to be entirely trusted in my opinions, but bear with me here--I might say I've found most of these aforementioned tracks too fluctuating--despite many of the fluctuations resulting in superior parts to what was playing beforehand!--and I'd also like to point out that the volume switches are a bit radical. And if I may continue my rather-blunt critique I'd also point out that maybe some of the 'actions' you build up to are overplayed, if you'll take my word for it.
And as a final suggestion (that I just thought of recently???) I would say that VOYANT was perhaps rendered too fast? Maybe the tracks' run times could have been extended? Y'know, almost like krautrock albums such as Klaus Schulze's from the 70s as one suggestion?
Actually the album is almost better understood as the soundtrack to some amazing piece of art, yet unpublished!
Anyways, my friend, I don't want to end this on a bad note. Your music was been some of the most inspiring I've ever listened to. And alongside Schulze's 70s stuff, some of Hammock's 2000's sounds like DEPARTURE SONGS and RAISING YOUR VOICE TRYING TO STOP AN ECHO; and I suppose Martin O'Donnell's Halo soundscores, your VOYANT album has been a large inspirational force of music for me. Maybe not everyone can handle your radical style, man, but I sure appreciated it.
Thanks for reading, and...well...if I may again... Uh, I'd try to perfect the VOYANT style at some point and deliver the finished result to the world! It'd be a mighty contribution, I think!
You have yourself a very good life, Mr. Lober. Thanks again.
Ganet
Can i use this for a intro its amazing
IrisFilmProductions
YAY NEW ALBUM
Razetime
My ears are blessed
alien creature 👽
So good