(Nice Dream) (demo)
Radiohead Lyrics


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They love me like I was a brother
They protect me
Listen to me
They dug me my very own garden
Gave me sunshine
Made me happy
Nice dream
Nice dream
Nice dream

I call up my friend the good angel
But she's out with
Her answer-phone
She says she'd love to come help but
The sea would
Electrocute us all
Nice dream
Nice dream
Nice dream
Nice dream

Nice dream
Nice dream
Nice dream, if you think that you're strong enough
Nice dream, if you think you belong enough
Nice dream, if you think that you're strong enough
Nice dream, if you think you belong enough

Now come home
Now come home
Now come home
Now come home

Nice dream
Nice dream
Nice dream
Nice dream

Overall Meaning

The song "Nice Dream" by Radiohead is a reflection on the power and importance of love and support in our lives. The lyrics describe the singer being embraced by those around him as if he were their own brother, and being protected and listened to. The metaphor of being given his own garden with sunshine represents the idea of being provided with a safe and nurturing environment to grow in.


However, the second verse introduces a note of caution. The singer tries to call a friend for help, but she is unable to come because the sea would electrocute them all. This suggests that even with love and support, there are still dangers and challenges in life that we must face. The repeated refrain of "Nice dream" suggests that even though this vision of safety and comfort may not be entirely realistic, it is still a beautiful and comforting idea.


Overall, the song is a meditation on the beauty and importance of love and support, while acknowledging the challenges and uncertainties of life.


Line by Line Meaning

They love me like I was their brother
The people around the singer care about him as if he were their kin.


They protect me
The people around the singer defend him from harm.


Listen to me
The people around the singer pay attention to what he says.


They dug me my very own garden
The people around the artist created a space customized just for him.


Gave me sunshine
The people around the artist provide him with light and hope.


Made me happy
The people around the singer bring him joy in life.


Nice dream
The singer has a pleasant thought/feeling that makes him feel happy and content.


I call up my friend the good angel
The artist reaches out to a supportive person in his life.


But she's out with her answer-phone
The person the artist calls is not available to speak with him.


She says she'd love to come help but the sea would electrocute us all
The person the artist calls wants to help, but there is a force beyond control that is preventing it.


Nice dream, if you think that you're strong enough
The singer suggests that the dream he's having is desirable, but only for those who believe they are capable of achieving it.


Nice dream, if you think you belong enough
The artist suggests that the dream he's having is desirable, but only for those who feel they are part of a larger group/community.


Now come home
The singer encourages someone to return to a place where they are loved and safe.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Colin Charles Greenwood, Edward John O'Brien, Jonathan Richard Guy Greenwood, Philip James Selway, Thomas Edward Yorke

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@qqeewwrr15

"Creep"

When you were here before
Couldn't look you in the eye
You're just like an angel
Your skin makes me cry
You float like a feather
In a beautiful world
I wish I was special
You're so fucking special

But I'm a creep
I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here

I don't care if it hurts
I want to have control
I want a perfect body
I want a perfect soul
I want you to notice
When I'm not around
You're so fucking special
I wish I was special

But I'm a creep
I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here

Oh, oh

She's running out again
She's running out
She run, run, run, run
Run

Whatever makes you happy
Whatever you want
You're so fucking special
I wish I was special

But I'm a creep
I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here
I don't belong here



@urm.yaikoo

Try ok computer from theirs, it was consider one of the greatest albums of all time rivaling revolver and dark side of the moon.
Tracklist:
1. Airbag
2. Paranoid Android
3. Subterrenean homesick alien
4. Exit music ( for a film)
5. Let down
6. Karma Police
7. Fitter happier
8. Electioneering
9. Climbing up the walls
10. No Surprises
11. Lucky
12. The Tourist



@jesusa.1090

When you were here before
Couldn't look you in the eye
You're just like an angel
Your skin makes me cry
You float like a feather
In a beautiful world
I wish I was special
You're so fuckin' special

But I'm a creep
I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here

I don't care if it hurts
I wanna have control
I want a perfect body
I want a perfect soul
I want you to notice
When I'm not around
You're so fuckin' special
I wish I was special

But I'm a creep
I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here, oh, oh

She's running out the door
She's running out
She run, run, run, run
Run

Whatever makes you happy
Whatever you want
You're so fuckin' special
I wish I was special

But I'm a creep
I'm a weirdo
What the hell am I doing here?
I don't belong here
I don't belong here



@juniperabbott2614

@@IronPatriot oh I knowwww. I'm a psycho killer-- no one knows till I'm gone..
I drag my foot across the steps
The steeply descent
Fall of lairs
Names not pairs.
Sand not water
Piglessslaughter
Why we here...
Promise/threat
Hold hostage dear



All comments from YouTube:

@kirbyclapsyou3159

This song makes my depression have a depresion

@jeezradz

Haha

@dippyfresh8155

That’s what alternative rock does to you. It’s great. This song represents my brain.

@garebomb6629

Fuzzygamer moment

@BoredPanda69420

Maybe your depression will kill itself. This will make life easier right?

Edit: I’m going to be therapist, people already adore me and I’m great. (I’m kidding)

@JonathanRaulGomez

@@BoredPanda69420 Hahaha well thought-out 🙌

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@yasminea6588

My Daddy sang this song drunk at a karaoke bar when I was just a little girl and I’ll never forget that memory. Very special to me. I was smiling the whole time.

@marcelo-anselmo-levy

How old are u, Yasmine?

@sickkid7660

Yeah your childhood must have been....exciting

@jasonjackson9221

@@sickkid7660 STOP LMAO

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