SWEET DREAMS
Benny Benassi feat Marilyn Manson Lyrics


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Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
Travel the world and the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to abuse you
Some of them want to be abused

Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
Travel the world and the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to abuse you
Some of them want to be abused

I want to use you and abuse you
I want to know what's inside you

Movin' on (hold your head up)
Movin' on (keep your head up)
Movin' on (hold your head up)
Movin' on (keep your head up)
Movin' on (hold your head up)
Movin' on (keep your head up)
Movin' on

Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
Travel the world and the seven seas
Everybody looking for something
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to abuse you
Some of them want to be abused

I'm gonna use you and abuse you
I'm gonna know what's inside




Gonna use you and abuse you
I'm gonna know what's inside you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Sweet Dreams" by Benny Benassi feat Marilyn Manson are quite controversial and have various interpretations. The song talks about the idea of sweet dreams, and how everyone yearns for something in life. Marilyn Manson is known for his dark lyrics and controversial image, and in this song, he talks about the different ways in which people use and abuse each other. He sings about how there are people who want to use you, people who want to be used by you, people who want to abuse you, and people who want to be abused.


The idea of using and abusing people can be seen in various contexts, be it in relationships, the workplace, or even in social interactions. Marilyn Manson's line "I want to use you and abuse you, I want to know what's inside you" highlights the darker and more manipulative side of human nature. The chorus repeats the idea that everyone is searching for something in life, traveling the world and the seven seas to fulfill their desires, and the haunting melody adds to the idea of searching and longing.


In conclusion, "Sweet Dreams" is a song that challenges the listener to think about the darker side of human nature and our quest for fulfillment and desire. The lyrics can be interpreted in many different ways, and the haunting melody adds to the enigmatic and compelling nature of the song.



Line by Line Meaning

Sweet dreams are made of this
The singer suggests that the idea of achieving one's dreams is a common fantasy, and that these dreams can be seen as sweet.


Who am I to disagree?
The singer acknowledges that not everyone has the same dreams or desires, and that they do not have the right to judge or criticize those who do.


Travel the world and the seven seas
The singer encourages listeners to explore and experience all that the world has to offer, both near and far.


Everybody's looking for something
The artist recognizes that everyone has their own goals and desires, and that these can be different from one another.


Some of them want to use you
The artist acknowledges that there are people who may try to take advantage of others for their own benefit.


Some of them want to get used by you
The singer notes that there are also those who may willingly allow themselves to be used by others for various reasons.


Some of them want to abuse you
The singer recognizes that there are those who seek to harm or mistreat others, either physically or emotionally.


Some of them want to be abused
The artist suggests that there are people who may have a desire to experience pain or suffering, either as a form of self-punishment or for other reasons.


I want to use you and abuse you
The artist expresses a desire to take advantage of and cause harm to someone else.


I want to know what's inside you
The artist suggests that they have a curiosity or desire to explore the inner thoughts and feelings of another person.


Movin' on (hold your head up)
The singer encourages listeners to move forward with confidence and strength, keeping their heads held high.


Movin' on (keep your head up)
The artist emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and outlook as one progresses through life's challenges.


Gonna use you and abuse you
The singer reiterates their desire to exploit and harm another person for their own benefit.


I'm gonna know what's inside
The singer suggests that they want to delve deeper into the thoughts and feelings of someone else, possibly in a manipulative or controlling way.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Annie Lennox, David Allan Stewart

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Mabelyn Shabelly Cabrera Hiraldo

Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas,
Everybody's looking for something.
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to abuse you
Some of them want to be abused.
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Hold your head up
Keep your head up, movin' on
Hold your head up, movin' on
Keep your head up, movin' on
Hold your head up
Keep your head up, movin' on
Hold your head up, movin' on
Keep your head up, movin' on
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to abuse you
Some of them want to be abused.
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something



All comments from YouTube:

Bryan Ricardo Ortega Perez

11 años después y aún me pone la piel chinita. Saludos desde México. 🇲🇽

kissy Missy♡

Hi hola XD

candia79

In my opinion, this is still the best sweet dreams remix after 15 years. man, when this song came on in the club 🕺

Dennis Massenkeil

It's older than 15 years.
I had that remix 2005 or 2006.

Dakota Otero

13 years have gone by and the memories come at such an intensity

Jimbo Bluejuice

My spine shrivels

Uriel Suarez

Truth is, i don't listen to most of Benny's new stuff, but i do love returning to his classic songs :D

Chris

it sounds like the regular version but it gets me really pumped like im about to do something

John Swain

Ha! That's a good way of putting it. :)

DanceForever236

This still slaps years later. Both the original and this remix. Music is GREAT!!!!!!!

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