Automaton is a song about the impact of technology on human emotions and relationships. The lyrics describe a world where people are becoming more like machines, and the singer questions whether this is a good thing. The chorus repeats the phrase 'It's a digital life', emphasizing the theme of technology. The song has a melancholic tone, with the singer expressing a sense of loss and numbness. The use of repetition and metaphor creates a haunting effect, leaving the listener with a sense of unease about the future of humanity in a digital age.