Nightmare
N.killah Lyrics
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When you go to sleep
Do you think about your life
Or you start counting sheep
I know that you do
I know it's true
I know that you do
And the Devil knows too
In "Nightmare" by N.killah, the artist questions what his audience thinks about at night when they go to sleep. He asks if they ponder about their life or simply count sheep. N.killah asserts that he knows they think about their life, and the devil knows it too. The song's core message is about self-reflection and the importance of knowing oneself. Thus, when N.killah asks "Do you know who you are?" he is challenging his audience to think about their sense of identity, values, and beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me what you think at night
What thoughts occupy your mind when you lay to rest?
When you go to sleep
When you close your eyes and surrender to slumber.
Do you think about your life
Do you reflect on the way you've lived and the choices you've made?
Or you start counting sheep
Do you distract yourself from your thoughts by imagining fluffy livestock?
I know that you do
I'm certain of the fact.
I know it's true
I am without doubt.
And the Devil knows too
Even the malevolent force of the underworld is aware.
Do you know who you are?
Do you have a clear understanding of your identity and purpose?
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Written by: Hayden Nóbrega
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