After multiple delays and disputes with her record label, Ferreira's debut studio album Night Time, My Time was released in October 2013, preceded by the lead single "You’re Not the One", and marked a departure from her former style, incorporating more experimental indie rock with synth-pop elements. The album received critical acclaim. That year, she ventured into the film industry after appearing in Eli Roth's The Green Inferno and garnered media attention after being arrested for drug possession. She was exposed to a mainstream audience as one of Miley Cyrus' main opening acts on her international Bangerz Tour in 2014. While appearing in films and other projects, she released the single "Downhill Lullaby" in March 2019.
Ferreira's earlier work incorporated elements of dance-pop, while her recent projects experiment with acoustic, new wave and primarily indie rock musical styles. Her lyrical content originally incorporated themes of rebellion and teenage romance, and has since evolved to discuss personal insecurities and more mature romantic themes. Outside her work in the entertainment industry, she has modeled for several brands and magazines, including serving as the spokeswoman for the hair care brand Redken in 2014.
Night Time
Sky Ferreira Lyrics
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Auditory hallucination
You said, "I don't care what I'm thinking about
But I'm thinking of you right now"
Night time is my time
I'm drowning, not waving
Falling in space
Or go faster and faster
Into you maybe?
Slow down right now
I wouldn't feel anything
When we burst into dust forever
And no angels will help us out
'Cause they've all gone away
Night time is my time
I'm drowning, not waving
Falling in space
Will I slow down?
Or go faster and faster
Into you maybe?
Slow down right now
Faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
Faster, faster, faster
Faster, faster, faster
Faster and faster
I'll go faster and faster
The lyrics of Sky Ferreira's song Night Time My Time are evocative and mysterious, painting a picture of a world where time is running out and the singer is desperate to slow down. The opening line, "I'm useless and I know it," sets a tone of self-doubt and insecurity. This is followed by the line, "Auditory hallucination," which suggests that the singer's mental state may not be entirely stable. However, the next line, "You said, 'I don't care what I'm thinking about / But I'm thinking of you right now,'" adds a layer of intrigue, as it is not clear who the singer is addressing or who is speaking.
The refrain, "Night time is my time / I'm drowning, not waving / Falling in space / Will I slow down? / Or go faster and faster / Into you maybe? / Slow down right now," adds to the sense of urgency and disorientation. The imagery of drowning and falling in space suggests a lack of control and a fear of being overwhelmed, while the question of whether the singer will slow down or speed up adds a sense of uncertainty and tension. The line "Into you maybe," is ambiguous, but suggests that the singer may find some sense of grounding or stability in another person.
The final lines, "Faster and faster / I'll go faster and faster," are repeated over and over, adding a sense of mania and excitement to the song. The lyrics are open to interpretation, but they hint at a sense of desperation and a desire to escape from something. Perhaps the singer is running from their own thoughts or emotions, or maybe they are seeking a connection with someone who can provide a sense of comfort and stability.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm useless and I know it
I lack purpose in life and I am aware of it
Auditory hallucination
I am experiencing imaginary sounds
You said, "I don't care what I'm thinking about But I'm thinking of you right now"
You claimed to have no interest in anything yet you are consumed by thoughts of me
Night time is my time
I find solace in the night when the world is asleep
I'm drowning, not waving
I am struggling and overwhelmed, not trying to signal for help
Falling in space
I am lost and weightless, with no direction or control
Will I slow down? Or go faster and faster Into you maybe?
I am unsure if I will hold back or become more consumed by my feelings for you
Slow down right now
I want to regain control and calm my thoughts
I wouldn't feel anything When we burst into dust forever
Even when we are gone and turned to dust, I will feel nothing
And no angels will help us out 'Cause they've all gone away
There is no hope of salvation, all help is gone
Faster and faster I'll go faster and faster. (repeated multiple times)
I am spiraling out of control and becoming more consumed with my emotions
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Sky Ferreira, Justin Louis Raisen
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LYRICS
I'm useless and I know it
Auditory hallucination
You said I don't care what I'm thinking about
But I'm thinking of you right now
Night time is my time
Dreaming I'm leaving
Falling in space
Will I slow down
Or go faster and faster
Into the maybe
Slow down
Right now
I wouldn't feel anything
When we burst into dust forever
And no angels will help us out
'Cause they?ve all gone away
Night time is my time
I'm dreaming I'm leaving
Falling in space
Will I slow down
Or go faster and faster
Into the maybe
Slow down
Right now
Faster and faster
Go faster and faster
sweet witches
love how boys starts the album in such an energetic and noisy way and this ends it in a cathartic slow way. one of the best pop albums ever
Skyler Guinn
This girl is so underrated and she's just as good as Lorde or Lana Del Ray. Never have I seen her on an actual TV, just YouTube. I hope her name gets out there and she wins it big time.
M GB
She barely leaves her house, she doesn’t want to stalked.
Małgorzata Jaworek
Rey*
violet
well…
cherryxcola
7 years later she has a failed acting, modeling, and singing career because of her boyfriend. it’s so sad, she had a rlly promising career with a lot of potential. :((
Samuel Salinas
@cherryxcola failed modeling? she has been the face of YSL, Marc Jacobs, Adidas, Jimmy Choo, Forever 21, Calvin Klein, Paco Rabanne, Saks Potts and many more. She worked for Karl Lagerfeld, Mario Testino, Jeremy Scott and Terry Richardson, so... i wouldn't say that.
szymi chorzi
i personally think this is actually her best song and the her best video too
szymi chorzi
Juan Jaramillo you can't compare this songs, they are completely different
Lucas Thomazini
Definitely.