Nights In White Satin
Chad Smith Lyrics

Nights in white satin
The singer is reminiscing about a dream-like state in which they wore white satin and felt pure and ethereal.

Never reaching the end
The feeling of being stuck in this dream-like state with no resolution or conclusion in sight.

Letters I've written
The singer has written letters, but hasn't sent them, indicating that they have something they want to say but are holding back.

Never meaning to send
The letters were never meant to be sent, possibly because the artist doesn't want to risk vulnerability or rejection.

Beauty I'd always missed
The artist reflects on how they've overlooked beauty in their life, either due to being blinded by personal struggles or a lack of awareness.

With these eyes before
The singer has seen this beauty before but didn't recognize its significance until now.

Just what the truth is
The singer is unsure of what the truth is, possibly regarding their feelings or the nature of reality.

I can't say anymore
The artist is at a loss for words or has reached a point where they are unable to articulate what they are feeling or thinking.

Cuz I love you
The artist expresses a deep love for someone, possibly the subject of the unsent letters or for someone they can't be with.

Yes, I love you
The artist reiterates their love, emphasizing its strength and sincerity.

Oh, how, I love you
The singer's love is overpowering and all-encompassing, filling them with a sense of longing and admiration.

Gazing at people
The artist is observing others around them.

Some hand in hand
Some people are holding hands, indicating a closeness or intimacy that the singer possibly desires.

Just what I'm going thru
The singer is struggling or experiencing something difficult, possibly related to unrequited love or feelings of loneliness.

I can't understand
The singer is unable to comprehend why they are going through this difficult experience or how to alleviate it.

Some try to tell me
Other people are attempting to give the artist advice or direction.

Thoughts they cannot defend
Despite their attempts to help, other people are unable to defend their advice or provide meaningful solutions to the artist's problems.

Just what you want to be
The singer reflects on the idea that people become what they want to be, suggesting the importance of personal desire and determination.

You will be in the end
The singer believes that one's true self will ultimately manifest in their life, regardless of external factors or the opinions of others.