Bad Dreams
Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson Lyrics
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Worried I lost my car keys or that I said something wrong
Worried about the mess that's in my house, that's in my heart
Worried that I'll go crazy every time that we're apart
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
Falling in love and getting over it too soon and oh too fast
I envy the futures of all my friends, I get jealous about your past
If it gets too close, if it gets too much I'm scared I'll disappear
Well babe, I might step back or go too far but I'll wait for you right here
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
The opening lines of "Bad Dreams" by Pete Yorn & Scarlett Johansson invoke a sense of anxiety and unease, as the singer expresses his fears of aging and losing his sense of control. Specifically, he fears losing his car keys and saying something wrong, mundane details that point to larger anxieties about losing one's grip on life. He also mentions a "mess" in his house and in his heart, indicating inner turmoil that is difficult to manage. The chorus drives home the point that even when we are sleeping, our worries follow us, as the line "We will always have bad dreams" repeats itself several times.
In the second verse, the lyrics shift to the topic of love, as the singer expresses envy for others' futures and jealousy for his partner's past. He is scared of getting too close and disappearing or going too far, indicating a fear of vulnerability and the pain that can come with relationships. However, he promises to wait for his partner right there, suggesting a willingness to work through the difficulties and stay committed. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the point that even when things seem good, bad dreams are always lurking.
Overall, "Bad Dreams" captures the sense of unease and anxiety that can pervade one's life, even in the midst of good things. It speaks to the universal fear of losing control and the ongoing struggle to manage one's worries and fears.
Line by Line Meaning
Worried I'm getting older, that my fangs have grown too long
I am anxious about the impact of aging and the changes it brings about.
Worried I lost my car keys or that I said something wrong
I fret about the small things that may result in big issues.
Worried about the mess that's in my house, that's in my heart
I am concerned about both external and internal chaos that surrounds me.
Worried that I'll go crazy every time that we're apart
I fear detachment from my loved ones may push me towards madness.
Falling in love and getting over it too soon and oh too fast
I feel the ups and downs of relationships, the hurtful endings, and the bitter memories.
I envy the futures of all my friends, I get jealous about your past
I am resentful of other people's fortune and long for a different history for myself.
If it gets too close, if it gets too much I'm scared I'll disappear
I have a fear of losing myself in relationships and dependencies.
Well babe, I might step back or go too far but I'll wait for you right here
I may falter, but I will always be there for you, no matter what.
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
Despite hoping for the best, I can't seem to shake off the negativity and feel restless.
We will always have bad dreams
Unpleasant thoughts and emotions will always remain a part of our lives.
we will always have bad dreams
Negative experiences will stay with us no matter how much we want to forget.
we will always have bad dreams
Our subconscious mind will keep reminding us of the unpleasant memories and feelings.
We will always have bad dreams
No matter how much time passes, the negative thoughts and experiences will continue to haunt us.
we will always have bad dreams
Despite a desire for a peaceful mind, we can't escape bad dreams.
we will always have bad dreams
The ghosts of the past will never let us sleep without bad dreams.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jake Rabinach, Peter J. Yorn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Aleb🛋
Worried I'm getting older, that my fangs have grown too long
Worried I lost my car keys or that I said something wrong
Worried about the mess that's in my house, that's in my heart
Worried that I'll go crazy every time that we're apart
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
Falling in love and getting over it too soon and oh too fast
I envy the futures of all my friends, I get jealous about your past
If it gets too close, if it gets too much I'm scared I'll disappear
Well babe, I might step back or go too far but I'll wait for you right here
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
Pessimistic as it seems, sleep will never come that easy
We will always have bad dreams
we will always have bad dreams
Behin Gh
Scarlett Johansson's voice is really beautiful
Kürşat Çağlayan
🤮🤮🤮
Guinea_pig_shorts
Yes you are right baby Scarlett voice is so nice and she is my crush 😍😍😍😍😍
Robert Kise
@Guinea_pig_shorts Scarlett is several million peoples' crush!
Juju Larue
Scarlet needs to sing more, her voice is magical
Carol
9 years since their last album :’) I’m soo thrilled for the EP. Her voice and look in this video though 😍 I’m in love
Ceará Yuè
I never liked the pixie cut on her, but here with this styling and make-up she looks INCREDIBLE!
GhostOfThemyscira
Same
Robert Kise
@Ceará Yuè I love the pixie cut on Scarlett. She's got such a beautiful face and she looks great with about any haircut/style.
Scarlett's been in so many movies with so many completely different hair styles & cuts and they've all looked great on her. I loved the black hairstyles she had for Ghost in the Shell and Under the Skin.
Moxxi
So Scarlett Johansson can :
-act
-dance
- is beautiful
-is funny
-is smart
And she can Sing