See You in My Nightmares

Kanye West, Lil Wayne

About See You in My Nightmares

"See You in My Nightmares" is a song from Kanye West's fourth studio album 808s & Heartbreak. Produced by West and his former mentor No I. D., the song features a duet between West and rap artist Lil Wayne. It was to be sent to mainstream radio stations on March 10, 2009, while to Rhythm/Crossover radio on February 28, 2009, but was canceled in favor of fellow album track "Amazing". Though not released as a single, the song charted at number 22 and 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and Canadian Hot 100 respectively in 2009. The song was included in the Spike Jonze-directed film We Were Once a Fairytale. 


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I'm cold
I'm cold
I'm cold
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
I got the right to put up a fight
But not quite cause you cut off my light
But my sight is better tonight and I might
See you in my nightmare, oh how did you get there
Cause we were once a fairytale
But this is farewell

I got my life and its my only one
I got the night, I'm running from the sun
So goodnight, I made it out the door (door, door, door)
After tonight, there will be no return
After tonight, I'm taking off on the road
I'm taking off on the road

And that you know (that you know)
Tell every one that you know
That I don't love you no more
And that's one thing that you know (that you know)

Okay I'm back up on my grind
You do you and I'm just gone do mine
You do you, cause I'm just gone be fine
Okay I got you out my mind
The night is young, the drinks is cold
The stars is out, I'm ready to go
You always thought I was always wrong
Well know you know,
Tell everybody everybody that you know!
Tell everybody that you know
That I don't love you no more
And that's one thing that you know
That you know

I got the right to put up a fight
But not quite cause you cut off my light
But my sight is better tonight and I might
See you in my nightmare, oh but how did you get there
Cause we were once a fairytale
But this is farewell

Baby girl I'm finished!
I thought we were committed
I thought we were cemented
I really thought we meant it
But now we just repentin'
And now we just resentin'
The clouds is in my vision
Look how high I be gettin'
And its all because of you
Girl we through
You think your shit don't stink,
But you are Mrs. p-u
And I don't see you with me no more
Now tell everybody that you know
That you know!

That you know
Tell everybody that you know
That I don't love you no more
And that's one thing that you know
That you know
That you know
Tell everyone that you know
That I don't love you no more
And that's one thing that you know
That you know

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Kanye West

Kanye Omari West ( /ˈkɑːnjeɪ/; born June 8, 1977) is an American musician, film director and fashion designer. West first rose to fame as a producer for Roc-A-Fella Records, where he eventually achieved recognition for his work on Jay-Z's album The Blueprint, as well as hit singles for musical artists including Alicia Keys, Ludacris, and Janet Jackson. His style of production originally used pitched-up vocal samples from soul songs incorporated with his own drums and instruments. However, subsequent productions saw him broadening his musical palette and expressing influences encompassing '70s R&B, baroque pop, trip hop, arena rock, folk, alternative, electronica, synthpop, and classical music. more »

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Written by: Jeff Bhasker, Kanye West, Ernest Wilson, Dwayne Carter, Ben Hudson Mcildowie

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Album Release
"See You in My Nightmare" is a song from Kanye West's fourth studio album, "808s & Heartbreak," which was released in 2008.
Featuring Artist
The song features artist Lil Wayne, a highly influential figure in the rap music industry.
Production
The song was produced by Kanye West himself, along with his frequent collaborators No I.D. and Jeff Bhasker.
Follow Up Song
"See You in My Nightmares" is the follow-up to the hit single "Love Lockdown," which highlighted the Maryland marching band's tribal drums.
Different Style
Unlike many of Kanye's previous works which incorporated elements of mainstream hip-hop and soul, "See You in My Nightmares" is an electropop song featuring synthesizers and Auto-Tune.
Song Writing
Like many other songs on the "808s & Heartbreak" album, "See You in My Nightmares" was written during a tough time in Kanye's personal life, following the end of his long-term relationship and the death of his mother.
Chart Position
Despite mixed reviews, the song was successful in terms of chart performance. It reached number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and also charted in the United Kingdom, Canada, and several other countries.
Single Release
"See You in My Nightmares" was not initially released as a single but became a hit after its inclusion in the album.
Music Video
A music video for "See You in My Nightmares" was never officially released. However, the song is featured in Kanye's 35-minute short film "We Were Once a Fairytale," directed by Spike Jonze.
Autotune Usage
The song is one of several tracks on "808s & Heartbreak" where Kanye uses auto-tune, a device that alters the pitch of a singer's voice, in a creative way to affect the emotional delivery of the lyrics.
Cold Performance
An intriguing trivia about the song is Kanye West's live performance of "See You in My Nightmares" at the 2009 Grammy Awards, where he made a notably cold delivery, reflecting the song's gloomy lyrics and his then emotional state.
Song's theme
"See You in My Nightmares" explores themes of love, loss, and the painful aftermath of a relationship ending, making it a relatable song for many listeners.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its emotional vulnerability and innovative production, while others criticized its auto-tuned vocals and fragmented lyrics.

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