Nightmare
Love Automatic Lyrics


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You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now.

There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Sure you can run,
But you won't get out, alive

Stay superstitious
Abandon faith
Nothing is sacred
And none feel safe tonight

You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare,
So close your eyes and say your prays now.

There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Sure you can run,
But you won't get out, alive

Stay superstitious
Abandon faith
Nothing is sacred
And none feel safe tonight

You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head




It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now.

Overall Meaning

The song "Nightmare" by Love Automatic conveys a dark and eerie tone, with lyrics that suggest a sense of danger and fear. The opening line, "You see the light begin to fade", sets the stage for a feeling of unease and foreboding, as if the listener is being led into a dark and ominous place. The repetition of the phrase "It's a nightmare" reinforces this sense of dread, reminding us that what we are experiencing is not real, but rather a product of our imagination.


The chorus, "So close your eyes and say your prayers now", can be interpreted in a number of ways. It could suggest that the only way to escape the nightmare is to pray for deliverance, or it could be a warning to those who may have fallen asleep in real life, that the nightmare is drawing closer and they must be prepared to face it head on. The following lines, "There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud/Sure you can run, but you won't get out alive", reinforce this sense of impending danger, suggesting that the nightmare has taken on a life of its own and poses a real threat to the listener.


In the verses, the lyrics take a slightly more abstract turn, with lines like "Stay superstitious/Abandon faith/Nothing is sacred/And none feel safe tonight". Here, the songwriter is suggesting that in times of crisis, people often cling to superstition and abandon their faith, as they struggle to make sense of the chaos around them. The reference to "nothing is sacred" suggests that even the most sacred institutions and beliefs can be challenged or threatened in times of crisis, leaving people feeling vulnerable and unsure of their place in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

You see the light begin to fade
You're feeling like everything is fading away and you're losing control.


You know we're threats
You're aware that there are things in your life that pose a threat to your well-being.


Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
You realize that it's too late to avoid the bad things that are happening to you.


It's only in your head
The source of your problems is actually your own thoughts and feelings, rather than external circumstances.


It's a nightmare
You're experiencing a situation that seems like a terrifying dream.


So close your eyes and say your prays now.
You're desperately hoping that the situation will improve and are turning to prayer for guidance and assistance.


There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Despite the overwhelming darkness, there's still a part of you that is rational and logical, telling you what you need to do and where you need to go.


Sure you can run,
You have the option of fleeing from your problems and trying to find a new solution.


But you won't get out, alive
No matter what you do, the situation is seemingly impossible to escape from and has the potential to do you serious harm.


Stay superstitious
You're becoming increasingly desperate and are willing to try anything, even if it's irrational or superstitious.


Abandon faith
You feel like you're being let down by higher powers or concepts you previously relied on for comfort.


Nothing is sacred
You're suffering from a sense of disillusionment and hopelessness that nothing in your life is truly sacred or safe.


And none feel safe tonight
You're not alone in your fears, as everyone around you is also feeling vulnerable and scared.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

The Diamond Pickaxe 8-bit

Here are the lyrics: You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now

There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Sure you can run
But you won't get out, alive

Stay superstitious
Abandon faith
Nothing is sacred
And none feel safe tonight

You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now

There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Sure you can run
But you won't get out, alive

Stay superstitious
Abandon faith
Nothing is sacred
And none feel safe tonight

You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now



All comments from YouTube:

TimberwolfEmmyProduc

"Youuu see the light begin to fade.." I JUST LOVE THE WAY THAT PART SOUNDED. So epic. D:

creppypastalover

Literally gave me chills

Xathira Stormshredder

I remembered the lyrics of this song today and searched for 15 minutes trying to recall the artist! So glad I stumbled back on this :)

NajidTheCarGuy

Same i was searching it for week, just to remember the song and it creator.

David Lilley

I'm thankful to the librarian the dread SCP containment breach the creators of that game and the library in replying it obviously I couldn't hear it due to demonetization so I watch the credits found the name and came found it here it was just a shot in the dark so I'm glad I found it

Diogo Hess

I've been looking for this song for two years, I understand you completely. I found it just now :)

illMindedMenace

I saw this video 8 years ago and I binged this song for the longest time. I lost touch with the song but today, the artist liked my comment from all those years ago. This is amazing! Thanks Love Automatic, you've helped rekindle my love for this song!

Wolf Link

This is unironically a banger, the memories this song also bring me are insane. Truly the definition of underrated.

Arturo Gomez

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The Diamond Pickaxe 8-bit

Here are the lyrics: You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now

There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Sure you can run
But you won't get out, alive

Stay superstitious
Abandon faith
Nothing is sacred
And none feel safe tonight

You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now

There's a voice in the dark and it's clear and loud
Sure you can run
But you won't get out, alive

Stay superstitious
Abandon faith
Nothing is sacred
And none feel safe tonight

You see the light begin to fade
You know we're threats
Too late you won't escape from the nightmare
It's only in your head
It's a nightmare
So close your eyes and say your prays now

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