Sweet Dreams
Faith No More Lyrics


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Sweet dreams you can't resist,
N-E-S-T-L-E-S.
Nestles makes the very best,
N-E-S-T-L-E-S.
Creamy whites, dreamy whites


NESTLES makes the very best,
N-E-S-T-L-E-S.
Sweet dreams, you ca-a-a-n't resist...




(appeared on concerts only)
Transcribed by Agatha/IITI

Overall Meaning

The song "Sweet Dreams" by Faith No More has lyrics that seem to be about the irresistible appeal of Nestle's products. The repeated spelling of N-E-S-T-L-E-S emphasizes the brand name and suggests its power over the listener. The mention of "creamy whites" and "dreamy whites" could be a reference to the smooth and rich texture of Nestle's chocolate or other products. It could also be interpreted as a dream-like state induced by consuming Nestle's products, which the listener cannot resist.


The use of a jingle for a commercial product as the basis for a rock song is a clever and somewhat subversive choice by Faith No More. It challenges the listener's expectations and blurs the line between art and commerce. The lyrics could also be seen as a commentary on the persuasive power of advertising and consumer culture.


Overall, the lyrics of "Sweet Dreams" are open to interpretation, but they can be seen as a critique of consumerism and the seductive power of advertising.


Line by Line Meaning

Sweet dreams you can't resist,
Irresistible fantasies or desires that are hard to ignore.


N-E-S-T-L-E-S.
Spelling out the name of the brand as a way to promote it.


Nestles makes the very best,
Claiming that Nestles produces the superior version of whatever the product is.


N-E-S-T-L-E-S.
Spelling out the name of the brand again.


Creamy whites, dreamy whites
Describing the physical appearance of the product using alluring adjectives.




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Nigel

The thing I've always loved about FNM (other than their kickass music) is their sense-of-humor. Never took themselves too seriously.

Rô DM

I saw this performance live on TV. Fall in love with that Song. Just today, 32 years later, i'm figuring out that it was a joke. A comercial theme. Lol. Epic

Shotgunnova

Everything Mike Patton sings is gold. I wouldn't be surprised if Nestles contacted him about a spokesman job, haha.

Todd McDurmont

Hey, I was in that commercial! First guy! Never knew the artists who produced the haunting music! Great trivia!

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manthony18

My favorite commercial of all time! Good job sir.

Baby Doll

You look really pretty in that commercial. Nice face😃

Miss Shell

Still handsome, u are! U hadn't aged a bit! I was 8 when your commercial came out, now I'm 40! Where did the time go!

grand slam

Continued Success, TM... I hope in becoming an paid endorse of product like yourself With royalties. You set the bar high

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Seth Rabin

They can take a simple commercial jingle and make it literally epic.

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