De Phazz is a downtempo jazz ensemble integrating modern turntablism and el… Read Full Bio ↴De Phazz is a downtempo jazz ensemble integrating modern turntablism and elements of soul, Latin, trip hop and drum and bass into a lounge music sound. De Phazz is led by Pit Baumgartner, a German producer who changes his crew for every new album. Some of the more permanent members are Karl Frierson and Pat Appleton. Since the release of Detunized Gravity and Godsdog, De Phazz have appeared on the radar of listeners of equally innovative and sample-driven jazz by the likes of Amon Tobin and The Cinematic Orchestra. The band has released records on Mole Listening Pearls and Universal Jazz Germany along with single releases on Edel Records and United Recordings, and also remixes existing material.

Nightmare
De-Phazz Lyrics

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Silky, silky dreams
Shady, shady schemes
A nightmare is my way
To get prepared for the day
Silky, silky dreams
Hazy, hazy schemes

On any other day I would have turned

And walked away
On any other day I'd be prepared
A nightmare is my way
To get prepared for the day
A nightmare

Silky, silky dreams
Shady, shady schemes
A nightmare is my way
To get prepared for the day

Silky, silky dreams

Overall Meaning

The song "Nightmare" by De-Phazz is about the struggles of a person who is constantly battling with their own fears and anxieties. The opening lines "Silky, silky dreams, shady, shady schemes" sets up a contrast between the beautiful and peaceful dreams and the dark and sinister thoughts that haunt the person. The lyrics suggest that the person is unable to find solace even in their dreams and that the nightmares are just an extension of their inner struggles.

As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the person is not able to cope with their fears and that they need some way of preparing themselves for the day. The line "A nightmare is my way to get prepared for the day" suggests that the person is using their nightmares as a way to face their fears and to prepare for the challenges ahead. The repetition of the words "Silky, silky dreams, hazy, hazy schemes" throughout the song emphasizes the duality of the person's thoughts and their inner struggle.

Overall, the song "Nightmare" by De-Phazz is a poignant reflection on the struggles of those who battle with their own anxieties and fears. The lyrics and the haunting melody create a powerful emotional impact that lingers long after the song ends.

Line by Line Meaning

Silky, silky dreams
Comfortable, soothing dreams

Shady, shady schemes
Suspicious, deceitful plans

A nightmare is my way
A bad dream is my method

To get prepared for the day
To ready myself for the day ahead

Silky, silky dreams
Comfortable, soothing dreams

Hazy, hazy schemes
Unclear, uncertain plans

On any other day I would have turned
Normally, I would have walked away

And walked away
Abandoned the situation

On any other day I'd be prepared
Normally, I would have been ready

A nightmare
A bad dream

To get prepared for the day
To ready myself for the day ahead