Lyrical Breakdown of Nightmares - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Nightmares" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how Clipse weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Nightmares" is a testament to masterful songwriting.
- Rhyme and Rhythm Analysis: Our Lazyjot editor highlights the ingenious use of multi-syllabic rhymes and the rhythm pattern that Clipse employs. Understand the construction of each verse and how it contributes to the song's overall impact.
- Syllable Pattern Insights: Dive deeper into the structural elements of the lyrics. See how the syllable count varies across the song, adding a unique rhythm and flow to Clipse's narrative.
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I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid
I'm waking up in the middle of the night
My heartbeat's pumpin' like something ain't right
What's goin' on?
When I go outside, I feel something behind me
I'm looking back, but nothing's around me
(Oh, what's goin' on?) Man, I don't know
What am I trippin' on?
There's something in the room (there's something in the room)
It's lurkin' in the shadows (lurkin' in the shadows)
Staring through the darkness (oh)
Man, I don't know
These four walls are closing in (closing in)
These voices ain't my friend
They're hauntin' me
Those, those memories
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid (yeah)
They comin' for me, they runnin' up
I'm on my balcony, seein' through the eyes of Tony
They say we homies, but I see hatred
Do not they know brotherly love is sacred?
Niggas catch feelings, even contemplate killings
When you see millions, there are many chameleons
You're not a gunner for real, you're just a runner
Haters, I spot you from afar and I'm the deer hunter
They be thinkin' nice car, nice crib
I be thinkin' how long will these niggas let me live?
I understand, 'cause people need things
And they will take it from you and take you from your seedlings
So even when the mumblers talk
I still walk the most humblest walk
And one day, they may even catch up with me, man
But 'til then, I'm Leonardo, catch me if you can, uh
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid
Look over your shoulder, something is near
And I'm so scared, when I'm alone, I'm so scared
Now it's inching closer, trouble is near
But nothing's there, when I look, nothing's there
I'm outta my mind, I'm runnin' from guilt, but
It's right by my side, there's nowhere to hide, oh
I'm outta my mind, I'm runnin' from guilt, but
It's right by my side, there's nowhere to hide, oh
I make big money, drive big cars
Everybody know me, it's like I'm a movie star
Virginia nights, sellin' hard white
To sellin' out shows, every gangster love my flow
Still, I creep low, thinkin' niggas tryna harm me
Hoping my karma ain't comin' back here to haunt me
Was it that nigga? I took his powder with a smile
Prayin' to Lord the gun ain't pop and hit the child, shit
I peeled niggas' girls back like alpha-hydroxy
Spent money like Happy Days, I'm the real Fonzie
Top off the coupe, that's how JFK got shot, B
Can't let niggas roll up beside me and 2Pac me
Holla if you hear me, tears flowin' sincerely
Check up on my block weekly, my health yearly
Something's wrong with me, niggas don't get along with me
Got a four-four, hope your body got strong kidneys, oh
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid
I'm having nightmares, ooh
My niggas say I'm P-noid
They say I'm just P-noid