Nightmare
Joya Marleen Lyrics

Hold on, hold on
The singer urges the listener to wait and pay attention.

She's waiting for a nightmare, nightmare
The subject of the song is anticipating a distressing event or situation to occur.

Something to scare
The subject desires to be frightened or unsettled, possibly as a form of escape or a way to cope with their emotions.

She writes poems when she's bored like a champ
The subject is creative and enjoys expressing their thoughts and emotions through writing.

Sittin' on the throne in her face
The subject is confident and self-assured, as signified by the phrase 'on the throne.'

Sat like the Queen of Grace
The subject is perceived as graceful and elegant, similar to the status of royalty.

Like she has never been afraid in her eyes
The subject appears fearless, but this may be due to their fear being suppressed or denied.

A mirror full of shades 'cause she's so
The subject's reflection contains many layers and complexities, suggesting that they are more than what they appear to be.

Sick of being told
The subject is weary of others trying to control or influence them.

Just a little nightmare, nightmare
The subject desires a small, manageable experience that they can use to cope with their emotions.

Something to care
The subject wants to feel invested in something, possibly to distract themselves from their own problems or to give their life meaning.

She hates when she cries when she speaks
The subject feels self-conscious about showing vulnerability or emotions in public or in conversation.

Sorry for the lies
The subject feels regret for their past dishonesty or deceitfulness.

Never spoiled the moment with it's truth
The subject would rather keep the peace or avoid conflict than risk upsetting others with the truth.

Anytime she, go rise and shine
The subject is motivated and hard-working, always ready to start their day with energy and enthusiasm.

She is fine with workin' all the time
The subject is content with dedicating themselves to their work or career.

She can't stand a face that's full of lies
The subject values honesty and straightforwardness in others, and is bothered by those who are insincere or manipulative.

She is yearning out for nightmare (ah, ha, ha)
The subject deeply desires a negative experience, possibly as a way to confront their emotions or overcome them.

Where her heart is drownin' again
The subject is overwhelmed with emotion, possibly to the point of feeling suffocated or trapped.

'Cause when she's lyin' in her bed (la, la, la)
The subject's thoughts and emotions tend to consume them, especially when they are alone and vulnerable, such as when in bed.

She wishes to find her mind again (ah)
The subject desires clarity and peace of mind, possibly to escape their confusion or emotional turmoil.

Just a little nightmare (nightmare, nightmare)
The subject wants a small, contained negative experience, as opposed to a full-blown crisis or tragedy.

I said hold on, hold on
The singer repeats their earlier urging to wait and pay attention.

Something to scare
The subject desires to be frightened or unnerved.