"Vengeance won’t change the past. Mine... or anyone else's. I have to become more. People need hope... Our scars can destroy us... But if we can survive them... they can transform us." Musical Context: M83 - Solitude
The actual song lyrics focus on longing and "becoming a better man," which aligns with the character arc of Bruce Wayne in recent adaptations. m83_solitudethe_batman_monologue_looks_like_you...
In the actual film, Bruce Wayne delivers several gritty voiceovers that are frequently substituted in these edits. "Vengeance won’t change the past
"Looks like you forgot once again how powerful you are. You’ve been so focused on your flaws, on the things you can’t change, that you’ve blinded yourself to the strength you already possess. It’s time to stop looking for a hero and start becoming the one you were meant to be." Official "The Batman" Monologues I have to become more
While versions vary, the most popular rendition paired with this track goes as follows:
The synth-heavy, "outworldly" atmosphere is cited by listeners as feeling like "the world is collapsing" while needing to "keep pushing forward".
"Thursday, October 31st. The city streets are crowded for the holiday... Two years of nights have turned me into a nocturnal animal. I must choose my targets carefully... Fear is a tool. They think I'm hiding in the shadows. But I AM the shadows."