The Sweetest
Nightmares on Wax Lyrics


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Sweetest of love
I've found out came up for me and I was away
Sweetest of love
Guiding us through come up on me and I seek it
...
I don't
...
Can you hold it ?
...
I don't




...
Can you hold it ?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nightmares on Wax's "The Sweetest" describe a deep and powerful love that the singer has discovered. They describe this love as "guiding" and "sweet," suggesting that it has a positive influence on their life. However, the singer also expresses some uncertainty and hesitation about this love, asking "Can you hold it?" and admitting "I don't." This suggests that while they may feel strongly about this love, they are also aware that it may be fragile or fleeting. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of both joy and apprehension, reflecting the complex and often contradictory nature of love.


One interesting fact about "The Sweetest" is that it was released on Nightmares on Wax's 2006 album "In a Space Outta Sound," which was the group's first full-length album in five years. The song's dreamy, atmospheric sound is characteristic of the album's overall vibe, which was influenced by the group's travels to Jamaica and South Africa. Another fun fact is that the song was remixed by a number of artists, including hip-hop producer Madlib and British electronic musician Zed Bias.


In terms of chords, it is difficult to say for certain without more information, but based on the song's ethereal sound and use of electronic instrumentation, it is likely that the chords are relatively simple and atmospheric, designed to create a sense of space and mood rather than complex harmonic movement. Some possible chords might include basic triads like Am, Em, and G, as well as suspended chords and other atmospheric voicings.


Line by Line Meaning

Sweetest of love
Love that is both gentle and pleasing


I've found out came up for me and I was away
I discovered this type of love, which then took me to another place


Guiding us through come up on me and I seek it
This love guides us and I actively search for it


I don't
I do not have this love


Can you hold it ?
Can you keep this love?


I don't
I still do not have this love


Can you hold it ?
Can you grasp onto this love?




Writer(s): George Herbert Evelyn, A. Garvey Copyright: Warp Music

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TruLibra

Ahhhh..This gives me air!!! (I need this looped 3 or 4 times.)

Mazyyy

This is such a insane song, I love it!!

Jamie T

Used to love playing the red 7" of this out when doing warm up sets, still gets a spin every now and then.

Jay Martin

I mean if it’s taking up space :D

Michael Egbuche

Love it

Emanuel S

75k views after 6 years? I don't think so. This needs more appreciation!

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Summertime. Park. Sit down. Speaker. This Track. Full Blast. Good Life.

Dave Gardner

Life is great again, thanks. πŸ‘

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