I Had A Dream I Lost You
The Angels Lyrics


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I had a dream, my stomach's sick
And it would seem my heart beats quicker than before, before, before
My eyes are open, open wide, can't close them
Even in the darkness I can't hide from this new world is
Spinning faster than before

Face wet with icy sweat and tears, thank God that I'm awake
And shake the fear that's been invoked
By the lunatic inside my head

I stare up at the dark and try to forget and to close my opened eyes
And to exorcise the demons in my bed
The demons in my bed

I had I had a dream, my stomach's sick
And it would seem my heart beats quicker than before, before, before
My eyes are open, open wide, can't close them
Even in the darkness I can't hide from this new world is
Spinning faster than before

I'm gonna kill this fucking monster dead
Don't give a fuck if it kills me instead
I haven't slept since it was born inside my head

I draw my gun and stand my ground 'cause I've been shaking
Since you came around with that monster smile
And the largest gun around
I'm gonna put you in the ground

I had a dream, my stomach's sick
And it would seem my heart beats quicker than before, before, before,
My eyes are open, open wide, can't close them
Even in the darkness I can't hide from this new world is
Spinning faster than before
Can't hide from this new world is spinning faster than before
Can't hide from this new world is spinning faster than before
I can't hide from this new world-

The monster grabbed me by my hair
And threw me in his muddy monster lair
Where I dreamt and quaked and screamed all night long
I waited for the morning to wake up




I had a dream it's not a dream
At all

Overall Meaning

In the song "I Had A Dream I Lost You" by The Angels, the lyrics delve into a vivid and intense dreamlike experience. The singer describes feeling physically and emotionally unwell in their dream, with their stomach feeling sick and heart beating rapidly. The overwhelming sense of being unable to escape or find solace permeates the dream, as the world spins faster than before, highlighting a sense of disorientation and chaos.


The imagery in the lyrics portrays a deep sense of fear and unease, with the singer expressing gratitude for waking up from the dream and trying to shake off the overwhelming emotions evoked by the "lunatic" thoughts in their mind. The reference to facing demons in bed suggests a struggle with inner turmoil and possibly traumatic experiences that haunt the singer even in their dreams.


As the dream continues, the singer confronts a monstrous presence that terrifies them. The fear and determination to overcome this malevolent force is palpable in the lyrics as they vow to kill the monster, even at the risk of their own life. The imagery of drawing a gun and standing ground against the monster reflects a metaphorical battle against personal demons and external threats that have plagued them.


The dream culminates in a harrowing encounter with the monster, symbolized by being grabbed and thrown into its lair. The singer's emotional turmoil is palpable as they wait for the morning to end the nightmare. The ambiguity of the dream being "not a dream at all" raises questions about the blurred lines between reality and the subconscious, suggesting a deeper psychological exploration of the singer's inner struggles and fears. Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of a haunting dream that mirrors the singer's internal conflicts and the urgency to confront and overcome them.


Line by Line Meaning

I had a dream, my stomach's sick
I experienced a nightmare that made me feel physically ill


And it would seem my heart beats quicker than before, before, before
My heart rate increased as a result of the distress caused by the dream


My eyes are open, open wide, can't close them
I am unable to shut my eyes due to the intensity of the nightmare


Even in the darkness I can't hide from this new world is Spinning faster than before
Despite trying to escape, the nightmare continues to haunt me


Face wet with icy sweat and tears, thank God that I'm awake
My face is drenched in sweat and tears, grateful to have woken up from the nightmare


And shake the fear that's been invoked By the lunatic inside my head
I try to overcome the fear caused by the disturbing thoughts in my mind


I stare up at the dark and try to forget and to close my opened eyes
I look up into the darkness and attempt to forget the nightmare while closing my eyes


And to exorcise the demons in my bed The demons in my bed
I try to rid myself of the terrifying thoughts haunting me


I'm gonna kill this fucking monster dead
I am determined to defeat the source of my distress


Don't give a fuck if it kills me instead
I am willing to face any consequences in order to overcome the nightmare


I haven't slept since it was born inside my head
The nightmare has prevented me from getting any rest since it started


I draw my gun and stand my ground 'cause I've been shaking Since you came around with that monster smile
I confront the cause of my fear despite feeling terrified by it


And the largest gun around I'm gonna put you in the ground
I am ready to take action and defeat the source of my distress


The monster grabbed me by my hair And threw me in his muddy monster lair
The nightmare has a strong hold on me, trapping me in its frightening world


Where I dreamt and quaked and screamed all night long
I experienced terrifying dreams and intense fear throughout the night


I waited for the morning to wake up I had a dream it's not a dream At all
I longed for morning to arrive and wake me up from the nightmare that feels all too real




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Written by: Erin Rivet

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Comments from YouTube:

@charlesf4314

I was the Angels fan club president in 1961
Linden High School
I took Bernadette Carrol to my Jr prom 1960
RIP LOVE U
BERNADETTE

@bearlyal

WOW!!! This is a LOST treasure. EXCELLENT!!

@likewow1

I tracked down all the Angels singles from the late sixties after hearing a few here. Thanks for sharing these perfectly crafted songs!

@aVinylDaniel

I have tracked down "The Modley" and i'm still hunting the others down. It's great that they turned to Soul after their bout with Smash.

@likewow1

I'm planning to have all twelve of their '67 era songs put on CD, since no music company has!

@aVinylDaniel

@Kyle R If you market it let me know, i will be interested.

@charlesf4314

I was there fan club president in 1961
Linden High School

@likewow1

@Charles F Neat! Did you get photos or posters and autographs in the mail?

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@TheZeevik

sweet

@usmale4915

I'm still trying to find the Angels RCA single: "The Boy With The Green Eyes"! This single is also very good! Thanks!

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