Nightmares, nightmares, I'm in my bed
I tell myself everyday; it's all in my head
I pray all night for the arrival of dawn
until then I hope, for sweet dreams to be born

Nightmares, nightmares, they knock at my door
I close my eyes in pain and shut out their lore
Just a little patience and they'll be gone
but they won't leave, for I am their pawn.

Nightmares, nightmares, can I be spared?
I'm getting tired.. my soul is scared.
It wants to run away, but can I blame it though?
when you terrify it daily, beyond death and so?

Nightmares, nightmares, I've had enough
I plead for mercy, but all I get is bluff
I'll fight you, I'll defeat you.. I'll escape this void
I know all your games, and I won't be toyed.

Nightmares, nightmares, how did I fail?
How did I fall right back into your jail?
I tried and I tried, but you held me down
and I had to bow in front of your crown.

Nightmares, nightmares, you come again?
don't hurt me, I won't leave your domain
There's no freedom, you've let me know
Do what you wish, and I'll watch your show.

Nightmares, nightmares, are you done with your harm?
Can you feel my silence? Have you heard me so calm?
I hear your footsteps.. oh! There you come
I'm still down in defeat. What have I become?