Lights Out
Hippie Sabotage Lyrics


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Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see

Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see

Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm scared of, I'm scared of
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm scared of, I'm scared of

Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm ha-, I'm ha-
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm ha-, I'm ha-

Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see

Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm scared of, I'm scared of

Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna fall asleep
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm scared of, I'm scared of

Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm ha-, I'm ha-
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
Don't wanna, don't wanna
I'm ha-, I'm ha-

Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see
Don't make me turn the lights out
I'm scared of what I'll see

Don't make me turn the lights out, yeah
I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah
I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah
I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah
Don't make me turn the lights out, yeah
I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah




I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah
I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hippie Sabotage's Lights Out convey the theme of fear and uncertainty. The singer expresses an intense fear of what they might see if the lights are turned out, to the extent that they don't want to fall asleep. The repetition of the phrase "Don't make me turn the lights out" emphasizes the singer's desperation to avoid confronting whatever it is that they're scared of.


The lyrics suggest that the singer's state of mind is vulnerable and fragile. They feel threatened by the unknown and have a strong sense of apprehension, leading them to resist falling asleep. The words "I'm scared" are repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the extent of the singer's fear. The lyrics make use of simple and straightforward language, relying primarily on repetition to convey the message more effectively.


Overall, the song is a powerful reflection of the writer's emotional state. It is a clear representation of the internal struggle caused by a deep-seated fear of the unknown.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't make me turn the lights out
Please don't force me to turn off the lights


I'm scared of what I'll see
I'm afraid of the things that might appear in the darkness


Don't wanna fall asleep
I don't want to enter into a state of unconsciousness


Don't wanna, don't wanna
I really don't want to, I insist


I'm scared of, I'm scared of
I'm really anxious about


Don't wanna fall asleep I'm happy I'm
I'm content being awake, I find happiness in this state


I'm ha-, I'm ha-
I'm feeling good and joyful


Don't make me turn the lights out, yeah
I'm pleading with you not to request that I turn off the lighting


I'm scared of what I'll see, yeah
I'm really apprehensive about the things that may manifest in the darkness




Writer(s): J. Saurer, K. Saurer

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Comments from YouTube:

@Rhombusmcgee

this is super nostalgic, really reminds me off the good ole times, the times i used to have... if you could feel how i feel while being enchanted by this wonderful melody. It means and has meant everything to be apart of musical talent and hiiisssstory in the making.

@samsonpaxton7896

Hippie sabotage is truly put in that work this shit still knock in 2020

@DA-rt7tt

turn the lights out!!

@rawdogginfilmz7560

Soo lit! Instantly added to my work motivation!!

@nickhuggins906

Geeeeeeez....I dont know if I should write something to this nor just listen...or do both...at the same time

@olig1851

goes well with nines outro tune

@goldencaliber1012

Im listening this the whole day, it's Amazing!!! Great job!

@shannishanni5479

Love it

@uwerneck

3:20 🔥

@spencerdouglas9

Just re-discovered this gem !?

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