BUMPS IN THE NIGHT
JR. THOMAS AND THE VOLCANOS Lyrics

I light my candles but I never pray
I create a peaceful and reflective atmosphere with my candles, but I'm not necessarily praying to a higher power.

I'm just searching for the words to say
I'm trying to find the right words to express my thoughts and emotions.

In the absence of the light of day
I find inspiration and creativity in the darkness of night.

And it doesn't matter anyway
Regardless of what others may think, my personal process and creation is important to me.

Exactly who are you to judge
I don't need anyone else's validation or approval for my artistic expression.

Can't imagine anyone would begrudge
I don't believe anyone would find fault in my unique approach to creating music.

I stay awake with the slime and the sludge
Sometimes my process can be difficult and messy, but I embrace those challenges to create something special.

The flamelight dances on these words so smudged
My flickering candlelight casts shadows on the words I write, creating an atmosphere of mystery and intrigue.

I write my songs in the dark of night
My creativity is sparked during the hours of darkness.

Don't know if this is good or right
I'm not sure if my methods are technically correct, but they work for me and that's what matters.

Makin' music in the middle of the night
Despite the unconventional timing, I still create beautiful music.

And it's alright, alright
I'm at peace with my unique process and don't need anyone else's validation.

I feel the rhythms that you hear in the dark
My creativity flows best in the quiet of night, where I can hear the subtle nuances of rhythm.

When you see your creativity spark
The inspiration of a creative outburst is truly magical.

Brightens the air like an electric arc
My creativity radiates like an electric current, illuminating the darkness.

With the magic that will leave its mark
The creative energy I tap into will always leave a lasting impression on my work.

So if you're nocturnal creatures too
If others also find inspiration in the late hours of night, they can relate to my process.

And you tap into this mystical brew
If others also tap into the same creative energy, they will understand the power behind it.

When the sun is gone and day is through
Nighttime is when the daily distractions are gone, allowing for a clear focus on creativity.

You know precisely what you must do
Those who feel the same creative push will understand exactly what actions to take during the dark hours.

And when you're not blinded by the sunshine
When daily distractions and noise are stripped away, it's easier to focus on creativity.

At the at the hour of noon
Mid-day can be overwhelming, so I prefer to create in the peaceful stillness of night.

You could be dressed in black, drinking blood red wine
Creating at night allows for a certain aesthetic vibe that doesn't fit with traditional daytime activities.

By the light of the moon
Nighttime allows for a clearer view of the moon, which can provide further inspiration and creative energy.

And when you're not distracted by the colors
Without the distractions of daytime activities, it's easier to tune out the noise and focus on creativity.

You can see every shade of grey
The peace and quiet of nighttime allows for a greater level of introspection and deep thought.

Cause when the whole world's tucked in sleeping
When the distractions of the day have ceased, and the world is at peace, it's easier to create.

Won't hear the nonsense they say
The distractions of the day are silenced, making room for creative inspiration without outside interference.