Nightmares

Two Feet's song 'Nightmares' delves into the complexities and struggles of modern life, particularly focusing on the pressures and anxieties that come with success and societal expectations. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a life meticulously planned out, represented by the line 'Plot your life out on a graph.' This metaphor suggests a life that is calculated and controlled, leaving little room for spontaneity or genuine happiness. The mention of 'X and Y' further emphasizes the mathematical and rigid nature of this existence.

The song takes a darker turn with the line 'I fell in a pit of snakes at twenty-three,' symbolizing a period of intense struggle or betrayal at a young age. This imagery evokes feelings of danger and entrapment, suggesting that the artist feels overwhelmed by the challenges he faces. The repeated phrase 'Boy, fuck, I'm high around you' indicates a sense of escapism, possibly through substance use, as a way to cope with these overwhelming feelings. The comparison to 'Chardonnay' implies a desire to numb the pain and avoid confronting the harsh realities of life.

The lyrics also touch on the theme of materialism and its controlling influence, as seen in the line 'The money controlling me.' Despite the outward appearance of success, symbolized by 'golden-green' grass, the artist feels trapped and manipulated by financial pressures. The repeated refrain 'My dreams are in the spreadsheets' highlights the conflict between personal aspirations and the demands of a structured, profit-driven world. Ultimately, the song conveys a sense of resignation and the inability to return to a simpler, more carefree existence, encapsulated in the line 'I can't come back.'