SWEET DREAMS
LIL WAYNE & NICKI MINAJ Lyrics


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Turn the lights on

Every night I rush to my bed
With hopes that maybe I'll get a chance to see you
When I close my eyes I'm going' outta my head
Lost in a fairytale
Can you hold my hands and be my guide?
Clouds filled with stars cover your skies
And I hope it rains
You're the perfect lullaby
What kinda dream is this?

You could be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)
Sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Somebody pinch me, your love's too good to be true (turn the lights on)
My guilty pleasure, I ain't going nowhere
Baby, long as you're here
I'll be floating on air 'cause you're my
You can be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)

Yo, Young Money right here
Bike here, throw it up, no high chair
Cold like a white bear
Freddie Kruger, I'm a rap bitch nightmare
And I'm rich I could buy you
Kill bitches, leave they body in the Bayou
More brain than a IQ
More head than a dread, my yute
And my bank account ain't hardly empty
That's why I come through in a Barbie Bentley
So please mamacita, please no envy
When you come around, it reads "no entry"
Who's next to go?
My flows so flexible
Get gassed and get at me, Texaco
Shoot yourself in the leg, Plexico
White Jag with the twisted lip
I ain't Mike Jack but This is it
Boo boo boo I'm everywhere
You like balloon boy, mama, you was never there
I am the Kung Fu Panda
Fuck all of your blogs, fuck all of your propaganda
Good for the goose then it's good for the gander
Nicki ain't a rapper, Nicki is a brander
Please, you can never compare to me
All these bitches is scared of me
I am who they couldn't even dare to be
So that's all folks (ba da ba dee)
I go hard, pause
Hospital flow, get more gauze
I'm a bad bitch on all fours
The President be like "It's all yours"
Weezy and Nicki bring the A-game, high stats
Go together like Ricky and his eye patch
Go together like a team in the gym
Kareem in the ring, the Queen and the King

Tattoo your name across my heart
So it will remain
Not even death can make us part (No Ceilings)
What kinda dream is this?
You could be a sweet

Kush it out, red bone, pussy, mouth
Eat you up, spit you out
Fuck your girl in your house
I'm terrible, be careful
You might want say a prayer or two
So cold I need Theraflu
I'm so high I need parachutes
I'm error proof, I'm never spooked
Got my coupe, heaven blue
And my flag red as hell, think you're sweet as devils food
I never lose, my weapons use
Fuck with me wrong, shit get ugly, Devin Dude
And she's the queen
Two's a couple, three's a scene
Weezy that nigga that you see in your dreams
Get the pussy wet or be the springs, huh
I'm Easter clean
Shout to my home girl Mika Means
Anything we want we redeem
You niggas gassed up, '93 Supreme
Nicki Minaj is the hardest bitch
More than a artist, bitch
She talk a whole lot of shit
And walk around like she President Carter's bitch
She be on her Barbie shit
And me, I'm on The Carter 6
And I can turn crumbs to bricks
And I can turn nuns to tricks
Young Mula, baby
Fu-fuck your feelings
And this is No Ceilings, yeah

You could be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)
Sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Somebody pinch me, your love's too good to be true (turn the lights on)
My guilty pleasure, I ain't going nowhere
Baby, long as you're here
I'll be floating on air 'cause you're my
You can be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you (turn the lights on)





Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you

Overall Meaning

In the song "Sweet Dreams," Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj sing about being completely infatuated with someone and their desire to never wake up from their dreams about them. They express their thoughts about how this person could either be a beautiful dream or a terrible nightmare but either way, they don't want to let go of the idea of them. They even ask for guidance from their crush to lead them in their fairytale land when they're lost. The song's chorus implies that they're willing to hold onto their fantasies even if it means tricking themselves into believing that their crush will come true. Instead of facing reality, they choose to remain lost in their dreams because they find comfort in the emotions that they experience in them.


However, these lyrics from Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj's "Sweet Dreams" can be interpreted in several different ways. On one hand, it could be an expression of their deep infatuation for someone that they can't get over. On the other hand, it might also represent their rap style - which is to dream big and never let go of their hopes and aspirations. It's unclear whether the person they're referring to is an actual romantic interest or a metaphorical representation of their bigger goals.


Overall, the song conveys a message of holding onto your dreams, even if they are merely fantasies or illusions. It's an excellent example of Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj's artistic flair for creating emotion-filled lyrics, and their ability to convey personal experiences through their music.


Line by Line Meaning

Every night I rush to my bed
I eagerly anticipate sleeping to dream of you.


With hopes that maybe I'll get a chance to see you
I desire a chance to see you in my dreams.


When I close my eyes
As I drift into slumber


I'm going' outta my head
I become consumed with longing for you.


Lost in a fairytale
My dreams are enchanted and magical.


Can you hold my hands and be my guide
I want you to help me navigate my dream world.


Clouds filled with stars cover your skies
The atmosphere around you is awe-inspiring.


And I hope it rains
I hope for an extraordinary experience.


You're the perfect lullaby
In my mind, you are my calming melody.


What kinda dream is this
I am in disbelief that this is just a dream.


You could be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
You are a dream that is both pleasant and overwhelming.


Either way I, don't wanna wake up from you
I never want to leave the dream world where you exist.


Sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
You are an experience that is both delightful and torturous.


Somebody pinch me, your loves to good to be true
I cannot believe that your love is real.


My guilty pleasure I ain't going no where
I am addicted to the pleasure of your love.


Baby long as you're here
I desire your presence always.


I'll be floating on air cause you're my
You are the reason for my buoyancy.


You can be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare
You are both a delightful and painful dream.


Yo, young money right here
I'm Lil Wayne and I'm proud to represent Young Money.


Bike here, throw it up, no high chair
I'm here with swagger and no need for assistance.


Cold like a white bear
I am cool like an arctic beast.


Freddie Kruger I'm a rap bitch nightmare
I am a terrifying force in the rap game.


And I'm rich I could buy you
My wealth affords me the power to possess you.


Kill bitches leave ya body in a bayou
I will eliminate rivals and dispose of their corpses in the swamps.


More brain than an IQ
I possess intellectual prowess beyond measure.


More head than a dread
I have exceptional oral abilities.


And my bank account ain't hardly empty
I am financially secure.


So I come through in a Barbie Bentley
I arrive in a luxurious car fit for a Barbie doll.


But please mamacita, please no envy
I ask for your approval without any resentment.


When you come around it reads no entry
You hold an exclusive pass to my heart.


Who's next to go
I wonder who will fall victim to me.


My flows so flexible
My raps are versatile and adaptable.


Get gassed get at me, Texaco
My energy is contagious so come fuel up with me.


Shoot yourself in the leg, Plexico
You will cause harm to yourself trying to mess with me.


White jag with the twisted lip
My white Jaguar has a unique style.


I ain't Mike Jack but This is it
I am not Michael Jackson but I am the greatest.


Born born born everywhere
I am omnipresent.


Your like balloon boy mama you was never there
You are absent like the mother of Balloon Boy.


I am the kung fu panda
I am like a warrior panda.


Fuck all of your blogs, fuck all your propaganda
I reject your biased opinions and media.


Good for the goose then it's good for the gander
I hold myself to the same standards as others.


Nicki ain't a rapper, nicki is a brander
I am more than just a rapper, I build a brand.


Please you can never compare to me
Do not attempt to parallel yourself with me.


All these bitches is scared of me
My rivals are intimidated by my power.


I am who they couldn't even dare to be
I am an unattainable icon.


So that's all folks
That is all I have to say.


I go hard pause
I am intense without shame.


Hospital flow get more gauze
My passion flows like the bloody wounds that require more gauze.


I'm a bad bitch on all fours
I am powerful in all positions.


The president be like it's all yours
I am the supreme leader and in control.


Weezy and Nicki bring the A-game, high stats
Together, we represent greatness and achievement.


Go together like Ricky and his eye patch
Our bond is strong and unbreakable.


Go together like a team in the gym
We harmonize like a cooperative sports team.


Kareem in the ring, the queen and the king
We are legendary and royal.


Tattoo your name across my heart
I want to permanently proclaim my love for you.


So it will remain
My love for you will endure.


Not even death can make us part
Nothing will ever break our bond.


(No Ceilings)
Our potential is limitless.


Kush it out, red bone pussy mouth
I smoke weed and love to pleasure red haired women.


Eat you up, spit you out
I devour my lovers and discard them.


Fuck your girl in your house
I disrespect you by having sex with your significant other in your residence.


I'm terrible be careful
My actions are malicious, be cautious.


You might want say a prayer or two
You should pray to protect against my harm.


So cold I need theraflu
I am so cool it gives me chills.


I'm so high I need parachutes
I am extremely elevated.


I'm error proof, I'm never spooked
I am immune to mistakes and fear.


Got my crew, heaven blue
My associates and I are celestial beings.


And my flag red as hell, think your sweet as devils food
I represent danger and my foes are weak.


I never lose
I am always victorious.


My weapons use
I utilize my resources to dominate.


Fuck with me wrong, shit get ugly, Devin Dude
If you cross me, there will be dire consequences courtesy of Devin Dude.


And she's the queen
Nicki Minaj reigns supreme.


Two's a couple, three's a scene
Nicki and I complement each other, adding a third would be overexposure.


Weezy that nigga that you see in your dreams
I am a prominent figure in your subconscious.


Get the pussy wet or be the springs, huh, I'm Easter clean
I evoke sexual response or bring new life like the springtime Easter holiday.


Shout to my home girl Mika Means
I give a shout out to my female associate, Mika Means.


Anything we want we redeem
We can have whatever we desire.


You niggas gassed up '93 supreme
My competitors are stuck in the past and irrelevant.


Nicki Minaj is the hardest bitch
Nicki Minaj is the most powerful female.


More than an artist bitch
She is more than just a musician.


She talk a whole lot of shit
She speaks her mind without shame.


And walk around like she President Carters bitch
She carries herself with confidence and authority.


She be on her Barbie shit
She embraces the image of a Barbie doll.


And me I'm on the carter 6
I am focused on my forthcoming sixth album.


And I can turn crumbs to bricks
I can transform small gains into monumental successes.


And I can turn nuns to tricks
I can corrupt even the purest of women.


Young mula baby
I represent my crew and am proud of it.


Fu-fuck your feelings
I disregard your emotions.


And this is No Ceilings
This is a free-flowing, limitless journey.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Beyonce Giselle Knowles, James Scheffer, Richard Preston Butler, Wayne Andrew Wilkins

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@iRRichiee

This Nicki verse up there with her verse on Monster

Hospital flow, get more gauze
I'm a bad bitch on all fours
The President be like, "It's all yours!"

Weezy and Nicki bring the A-game, high stats
Go together like Ricky and his eye patch
Go together like a team in the gym
Kareem in the ring, the queen and the king



All comments from YouTube:

@stefanlal3060

Nicki tore this beat apart so did wayne. 🔥🔥 No celingz was one of my favorite wayne tapes ever..

@demarperryman6410

Will all ways be feel me

@dracogeorge6515

Hell yell

@LifeasRenee

Forever one of my fav songs! I miss this Nicki and Wayne!

@kamtheman106

I love that Wayne made sure to give Beyonce an entire 1:20 of a verse and chorus before putting in he and Nicki's verses.

@ducekong7878

Thats respect!!!!

@user-qd6im2hp2e

People don’t know that Hot Boyz and Destiny’s Child came up together during 97/98 times

@PlayerTenji95

@M 360 Now that’s crazy to think about!

@615Tka

Respectfully

@deewoodson3545

Yes!!!!

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