Gladiator
77 Bombay Street Lyrics


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Wild dreams set me on fire rain falls tonight
Close my eyes, nightmares they thrill me, I'm losing a fight
But tonight yeah, I will stand my ground
Creatures won't get in my bed
I'm like a robot, I have a heart of steel
Spooky dreams get out of my head

Oh come on, gladiators I am ready to fight
Come on, alligators you won't eat me tonight
My friends the old Romans they will kill you that's right
Come on let's fight, come on let's go wild,
Like in Rome
In Rome
Like in Rome
We're in Rome

Oh I walk slowly to my burning bed
Oh I, I try not to fear the dreams in my head
Yeah tonight yeah, I brought my friends along
Little Nemo is taking me for a ride
I'm like giant, oh I'm feeling so strong
I am ready now to turn off the light

Oh come on, gladiators I am ready to fight
Come on, alligators you won't eat me tonight
My friends the old Romans they will kill you that's right
Come on let's fight, come on let's get wild,
Like in Rome
In Rome
Like in Rome
We're in Rome

Tonight...
Tonight...

Little monster, they won't scare me tonight
I got my Romans, I can handle this fight
I just call 113 and they will join me for the fight, you'll see
I'm ready for tonight ready for action,
Let's go to the other side, I need satisfaction
We fight through the night, I'm feeling alright
Tonight's the night we're all going wild so come on

Like in Rome
Rome
Like in Rome
Rome

Oh come on, gladiators I am ready to fight
Like in Rome
Come on, gladiators I am ready to fight




Like in Rome
I am ready to fight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Gladiator" by 77 Bombay Street seem to be about fighting off nightmares and fears. The singer talks about being ready to stand his ground against the scary creatures in his dreams, and he compares himself to a robotic figure with a heart of steel. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "come on, gladiators, I am ready to fight," seems to suggest that the singer is drawing inspiration from the gladiatorial fights of ancient Rome. The line "my friends the old Romans they will kill you that's right" reinforces this idea.


The song then goes on to talk about the singer's confidence in handling his dreams, with the help of his friends, including a character named Little Nemo. He sings about feeling strong and ready to turn off the light and face his nightmares. The bridge of the song, with the line "little monster, they won't scare me tonight," shows that the singer is ready to take on any challenges that come his way.


Overall, "Gladiator" seems to be a song about facing fears head-on and finding the strength to overcome them. The use of the ancient Rome theme adds a dramatic flair and reinforces the idea of the singer being a brave warrior fighting for his own mental well-being.


Line by Line Meaning

Wild dreams set me on fire rain falls tonight
I'm filled with burning desire but haunted by scary dreams, as the rain pours outside


Close my eyes, nightmares they thrill me, I'm losing a fight
Even though my nightmares terrify me, they also excite me and feel like a losing battle


But tonight yeah, I will stand my ground
Despite my fear, I'm determined to overcome it and be brave tonight


Creatures won't get in my bed
I won't let my dreams and fears control me or invade my sleep


I'm like a robot, I have a heart of steel
I'm strong and unfeeling, like a machine or a gladiator


Spooky dreams get out of my head
I want my scary dreams to leave me alone and stop bothering me


Oh come on, gladiators I am ready to fight
I'm calling out to the brave heroes and warriors to join me in battle


Come on, alligators you won't eat me tonight
I won't be afraid of dangerous predators or obstacles, as I have my friends and my own strength to rely on


My friends the old Romans they will kill you that's right
My companions and I are like the powerful, legendary Romans who conquered their enemies


Come on let's fight, come on let's go wild, Like in Rome In Rome Like in Rome We're in Rome
Let's be fearless and adventurous, like the ancient Romans who knew how to have fun and enjoy life


Oh I walk slowly to my burning bed
I'm moving slowly and cautiously, as if towards a dangerous or symbolic place like a burning bed


Oh I, I try not to fear the dreams in my head
I don't want my dreams to control me and make me afraid, so I try to overcome them


Yeah tonight yeah, I brought my friends along
I'm not alone anymore, as I've brought my loyal companions with me for support


Little Nemo is taking me for a ride
I'm imagining a fun or wild adventure with a cartoon or fictional character called Nemo


I'm like giant, oh I'm feeling so strong
I feel powerful and invincible, like a giant or a legendary hero


I am ready now to turn off the light
I'm ready to face my fears and go to sleep, or to end a chapter of my life


Little monster, they won't scare me tonight
I'm not afraid of monsters or other scary things anymore, as I have the support and courage to face them


I got my Romans, I can handle this fight
I have my loyal friends and my own strength, like the mighty Romans, so I know I can win this challenge


I just call 113 and they will join me for the fight, you'll see
I have a secret or symbolic way of calling for help or strength, which I know will answer me


I'm ready for tonight ready for action, Let's go to the other side, I need satisfaction
I'm eager and motivated to face my challenges, to explore new territories, and to find fulfillment or happiness


We fight through the night, I'm feeling alright
I'm willing to fight and endure hardship or danger, and I feel confident and happy in doing so


Tonight's the night we're all going wild so come on
This is the perfect time and opportunity to let ourselves go, to have fun and be crazy, so let's do it together


Like in Rome Rome Like in Rome Rome
We should be inspired by the greatness and positivity of ancient Rome, and embrace its spirit of adventure and joy


Like in Rome Come on, gladiators I am ready to fight Like in Rome I am ready to fight
We should be fearless and strong, like the brave gladiators of Rome, and be ready to face any challenge or obstacle




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