Sweet Dreams
Beyonce f. Nicki Minaj & Lil' Wayne Lyrics


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Turn the lights on

Every night I rush to my bed
With hopes that maybe I'll get a chance to see you
When I close my eyes I'm going' outta my head
Lost in a fairytale
Can you hold my hands and be my guide?
Clouds filled with stars cover your skies
And I hope it rains
You're the perfect lullaby
What kinda dream is this?

You could be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)
Sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Somebody pinch me, your love's too good to be true (turn the lights on)
My guilty pleasure, I ain't going nowhere
Baby, long as you're here
I'll be floating on air 'cause you're my
You can be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)

Yo, Young Money right here
Bike here, throw it up, no high chair
Cold like a white bear
Freddie Kruger, I'm a rap bitch nightmare
And I'm rich I could buy you
Kill bitches, leave they body in the Bayou
More brain than a IQ
More head than a dread, my yute
And my bank account ain't hardly empty
That's why I come through in a Barbie Bentley
So please mamacita, please no envy
When you come around, it reads "no entry"
Who's next to go?
My flows so flexible
Get gassed and get at me, Texaco
Shoot yourself in the leg, Plexico
White Jag with the twisted lip
I ain't Mike Jack but This is it
Boo boo boo I'm everywhere
You like balloon boy, mama, you was never there
I am the Kung Fu Panda
Fuck all of your blogs, fuck all of your propaganda
Good for the goose then it's good for the gander
Nicki ain't a rapper, Nicki is a brander
Please, you can never compare to me
All these bitches is scared of me
I am who they couldn't even dare to be
So that's all folks (ba da ba dee)
I go hard, pause
Hospital flow, get more gauze
I'm a bad bitch on all fours
The President be like "It's all yours"
Weezy and Nicki bring the A-game, high stats
Go together like Ricky and his eye patch
Go together like a team in the gym
Kareem in the ring, the Queen and the King

Tattoo your name across my heart
So it will remain
Not even death can make us part (No Ceilings)
What kinda dream is this?
You could be a sweet

Kush it out, red bone, pussy, mouth
Eat you up, spit you out
Fuck your girl in your house
I'm terrible, be careful
You might want say a prayer or two
So cold I need Theraflu
I'm so high I need parachutes
I'm error proof, I'm never spooked
Got my coupe, heaven blue
And my flag red as hell, think you're sweet as devils food
I never lose, my weapons use
Fuck with me wrong, shit get ugly, Devin Dude
And she's the queen
Two's a couple, three's a scene
Weezy that nigga that you see in your dreams
Get the pussy wet or be the springs, huh
I'm Easter clean
Shout to my home girl Mika Means
Anything we want we redeem
You niggas gassed up, '93 Supreme
Nicki Minaj is the hardest bitch
More than a artist, bitch
She talk a whole lot of shit
And walk around like she President Carter's bitch
She be on her Barbie shit
And me, I'm on The Carter 6
And I can turn crumbs to bricks
And I can turn nuns to tricks
Young Mula, baby
Fu-fuck your feelings
And this is No Ceilings, yeah

You could be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)
Sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Somebody pinch me, your love's too good to be true (turn the lights on)
My guilty pleasure, I ain't going nowhere
Baby, long as you're here
I'll be floating on air 'cause you're my
You can be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)





Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you

Overall Meaning

In the song Sweet Dreams, Beyoncé expresses her strong desire for her lover, referring to them as a "sweet dream" and a "beautiful nightmare". She sings about how every night she goes to bed hoping to dream about them and how losing them would be like waking up from a wonderful dream. Beyoncé asks her lover to hold her hand and be her guide, indicating her reliance on them to navigate her emotions and perhaps life as a whole. The chorus features Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne, with Nicki delivering a scathing rap about her success in the music industry and her attitude towards her competitors. Lil Wayne adds his own rap verse, which also touches upon his success and his confidence in his abilities.


Line by Line Meaning

Turn the lights on
I need clarity in my life


Every night I rush to my bed
I anticipate seeing you in my dreams


With hopes that maybe I'll get a chance to see you
I'm hopeful that I'll dream about you tonight


When I close my eyes I'm going' outta my head
When I sleep, I can't stop thinking about you


Lost in a fairytale
My dreams feel like a magical story


Can you hold my hands and be my guide?
I need you to lead me through my dreams


Clouds filled with stars cover your skies
Your dreams are full of wonder and beauty


And I hope it rains
I want to experience all parts of your dream world


You're the perfect lullaby
You are the ideal dream I wish to have every night


What kinda dream is this?
My dream feels unbelievable


You could be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
My dream of you can be good or bad, but it's better than reality


Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)
I want to stay in my dream and not return to reality


Sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
My dream of you is full of contrasting emotions


Somebody pinch me, your love's too good to be true (turn the lights on)
I can't believe I'm dreaming of someone so amazing


My guilty pleasure, I ain't going nowhere
My dream of you is my secret pleasure and I don't want it to end


Baby, long as you're here
As long as you're in my dreams, I'm happy


I'll be floating on air 'cause you're my
You make me feel weightless and euphoric in my dreams


Yo, Young Money right here
I am Lil Wayne from Young Money


Bike here, throw it up, no high chair
I ride in with confidence and without any fear


Cold like a white bear
I am emotionless and can't be easily swayed


Freddie Kruger, I'm a rap bitch nightmare
I am a rap artist that other female rappers fear


And I'm rich I could buy you
I am wealthy enough to make others submit to my power


Kill bitches, leave they body in the Bayou
I am a ruthless rapper who won't hesitate to get rid of competition


More brain than a IQ
I have a lot of intelligence and ability


More head than a dread, my yute
I am skilled in giving oral sex


And my bank account ain't hardly empty
I have a lot of money


That's why I come through in a Barbie Bentley
I drive an expensive car that reflects my wealth and personality


So please mamacita, please no envy
I don't want others to envy me for what I have


When you come around, it reads "no entry"
My presence is restricted only to those who I choose


Who's next to go?
Who is the next person I will dominate?


My flows so flexible
My rapping skills are versatile


Get gassed and get at me, Texaco
Challenge me if you dare, but you'll only get burned


Shoot yourself in the leg, Plexico
You'll regret your actions once you realize the consequences


White Jag with the twisted lip
I drive a white Jaguar with a unique appearance


I ain't Mike Jack but This is it
I'm not Michael Jackson, but the song I'm creating is perfect


Boo boo boo I'm everywhere
My influence and reach are far-reaching


You like balloon boy, mama, you was never there
You're full of hot air and not reliable


I am the Kung Fu Panda
I am a skilled fighter and artist


Fuck all of your blogs, fuck all of your propaganda
I don't care about what others think or say about me


Good for the goose then it's good for the gander
If it works for one person, it should work for all


Nicki ain't a rapper, Nicki is a brander
I am more than just a rapper, I am a brand


Please, you can never compare to me
No one can match my talent and success


All these bitches is scared of me
Other female rappers are intimidated by me


I am who they couldn't even dare to be
I am unique and can't be imitated


So that's all folks (ba da ba dee)
That's the end of my rap


I go hard, pause
I am aggressive in my rhymes, but also take breaks


Hospital flow, get more gauze
My rhymes are powerful and cause injury


I'm a bad bitch on all fours
I'm a strong and capable female rapper


The President be like "It's all yours"
I have authority and control in my life


Weezy and Nicki bring the A-game, high stats
Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj are at their best in this rap


Go together like Ricky and his eye patch
Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj make a great pair, like Ricky and his eye patch


Go together like a team in the gym
Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj are like a coordinated and skilled team


Kareem in the ring, the Queen and the King
Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj are like champions, dominating their field


Tattoo your name across my heart
Your love is imprinted on my heart


So it will remain
Your love will never be forgotten


Not even death can make us part (No Ceilings)
Our love is so strong, not even death can separate us


Kush it out, red bone, pussy, mouth
I am rapping about sexual activities


Eat you up, spit you out
I am in control of the sexual encounter


Fuck your girl in your house
I am demeaning and disrespectful towards others


I'm terrible, be careful
I am dangerous, so watch out


You might want say a prayer or two
You may need to pray for protection from me


So cold I need Theraflu
I am emotionally cold and unfeeling


I'm so high I need parachutes
I am so confident and elevated that I need parachutes


I'm error proof, I'm never spooked
I am perfect and never afraid


Got my coupe, heaven blue
I have a blue car that is heavenly


And my flag red as hell, think you're sweet as devils food
I am evil and you are as appealing as devils food


I never lose, my weapons use
I never fail and use my skills to win


Fuck with me wrong, shit get ugly, Devin Dude
If you cross me, things will turn ugly


And she's the queen
Nicki Minaj is the queen of rap


Two's a couple, three's a scene
Having three people together is exciting and eventful


Weezy that nigga that you see in your dreams
Lil Wayne is iconic and unforgettable


Get the pussy wet or be the springs, huh
My sexual prowess can arouse and satisfy women


I'm Easter clean
I am clean and refreshed like the holiday of Easter


Shout to my home girl Mika Means
I am giving a shoutout to my friend Mika Means


Anything we want we redeem
We can have whatever we want and redeem our desires


You niggas gassed up, '93 Supreme
You guys are hyped up, but I'm the real deal


Nicki Minaj is the hardest bitch
Nicki Minaj is the toughest and most skilled female rapper


More than a artist, bitch
She's not just a rapper, but a creative genius


She talk a whole lot of shit
She has a lot to say and isn't afraid to speak her mind


And walk around like she President Carter's bitch
She is confident and powerful, just like the President


She be on her Barbie shit
She's true to herself and her unique personality


And me, I'm on The Carter 6
I am focused on Lil Wayne's sixth album in The Carter series


And I can turn crumbs to bricks
I have the ability to turn something small and insignificant into something big and important


And I can turn nuns to tricks
I have the ability to make anyone do what I want


Young Mula, baby
I am a part of Young Money record label


Fu-fuck your feelings
I don't care about your emotions or opinions


And this is No Ceilings, yeah
This is the No Ceilings album by Lil Wayne


Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you
I don't want to leave the dream world where I can be with you




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Beyonce Giselle Knowles, James Scheffer, Richard Preston Butler, Wayne Andrew Wilkins

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@collyweezy2177

Who's here in 2024 appreciating Nickis Verse... Simply 🔥

@bryansutherland9848

Monster verse us her best tho

@diigitaldj4883

Still love this verse

@internetguts

nicki is undeniably the queen of rap... this whole verse gives me CHILLS

@coachchinwe

Me too

@jakedemuth6483

Truly the queen. And it’s not just the queen of rap. I think she IS rap. Guy or girl. She will always crush competition.

@AlloftheAbuv

Seriously, Nicki this is one of the best verses she ever spit,,,

@quan111314

Right

@willlosobo6435

Allof TheAbuv yea Nicki killed dis shit frfr

@whitealliance9540

Too bad it was a beat raid... No $ for this masterpiece damn lil wayne

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