NF - Dreams Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Yeah, most of my life's full of sad days
Started at a young age
Yeah, bought a house but I've been livin' on stage
Tryna find the real me, I ain't found it yet
Wake up every morning feelin' like I'm guilty
Talk to God, "Can you hear me?"
Lately, I'm a mess
I don't want no one to help me
Yeah, I don't want no one to help me and
Pre-Chorus 1
If you think that I make decisions based off of what you think, then you're wrong
Can't nobody think for me, I got my own thoughts
Sometimes you don't know what you had until it's all gone, 'til it's all gone
If I took the hand that was dealt me then I would be nowhere in life
Yeah, I had to think smart
Threw away the deck and got my own cards
Long before I had the money to afford a car
Chorus 1
I?I've been doin' me (yeah)
I've been doin' me
Yeah, I've been doin' me
I've been doin' me
Followin' my dreams
Yeah, I've been doin' me
I've been doin' me
I've been doin' me
Yeah, I've been doin' me
I've been doin' me
Followin' my dreams
Yeah, I've been doin' me
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Verse 2
Most of my life's full of regrets
Things I wanna take back, yeah
Wrote you a letter, wish that I had never sent that
Didn't even make sense, I don't even know
All I know is I get lower on the weekends
They tell me I should make friends, I just sit at home
Lately, I've been off the deep end, yeah
I've been off the deep end and
Pre-Chorus 2
If you think that I'm 'bout to change who I am just for you then you're so wrong
As I kid I built a house around my broke heart
Sometimes you don't know what you had until it falls apart, 'til it falls apart
If I took the hand that was dealt me then I would be nowhere in life
Yeah, I had to think smart
Threw away the deck and got my own cards
Long before I had the money to afford a car
Chorus 2
I (yeah)?I've been doin' me (oh, yeah)
I've been doin' me
Yeah, I've been doin' me (I have been)
I've been doin' me
Followin' my dreams
Yeah, I've been doin' me (followin' my)
I've been doin' me
I've been doin' me (I've been followin' my)
Yeah, I've been doin' me
Followin' my dreams
Yeah, I'm just doin' me
Yeah, I'm just doin' me
Verse 3
Yeah, I'm reminiscin' back to both of us laughin'
Playin' old records, thinkin' every one of 'em's classic
Windows down, we on the street up in Michigan rappin'
We talked about it, but never really knew it could happen
My confidence about as low as the gas is
We didn't have the money for it, so we'd turn the key backwards and sit in parking lots for hours 'til the battery crashes
I think that we related 'cause both of us were lookin' for answers
A couple months ago I drove into Gladwin, got me all in my feelings
It's somethin' 'bout bein' somewhere that's familiar
Pull in the gas station, open up the tank then I fill it then laugh
Would I move back? Mm, not in a million, but I appreciate the memories we had
I know you've been callin', sorry I never call back
I know I've been distant, you know I never meant that
You can tell the family how I'm doing if they ask
I'm just doin' me
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NF - Dreams (Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
NF’s “Dreams,” released on October 6, 2017, offers a raw and unflinching exploration of aspiration, internal struggle, and the relentless pursuit of purpose. While the song may not explicitly declare itself as Christian in genre, its thematic resonance profoundly aligns with biblical principles regarding diligence, faith, and overcoming adversity. The narrative NF weaves through "Dreams" is one of a dreamer wrestling with doubt and the sheer effort required to manifest their vision. This resonates deeply with passages like Proverbs 22:29, which speaks of a person skilled in their work, standing before kings, not before obscure men. NF’s emphasis on working tirelessly, even when others are at rest, mirrors the biblical call to be steadfast and not to grow weary in doing good, as Galatians 6:9 reminds us, "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
The core message of "Dreams" speaks to the internal fortitude needed to chase significant goals, particularly when faced with external pressures or personal insecurities. NF portrays a mind battling against discouragement, a common human experience that the Bible addresses directly. Consider the story of Joseph, whose dreams were met with betrayal and imprisonment, yet he remained faithful and ultimately saw his visions fulfilled (Genesis 37-50). "Dreams" captures this essence of enduring hardship for a greater outcome. The song’s intensity underscores the idea that true achievement often requires sacrifice and a deep well of perseverance, echoing the sentiment of Hebrews 12:1: "Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." NF's artistic expression highlights the internal discipline needed to keep moving forward when the path is unclear or discouraging, a discipline that finds its spiritual parallel in the cultivation of a steadfast spirit in the face of trials.
Ultimately, "Dreams" encourages listeners to confront their own aspirations with an honest assessment of the work involved, urging a proactive approach rather than passive wishing. It’s a powerful reminder that the pursuit of one's calling is a journey demanding grit, self-belief, and a refusal to be defined by limitations. This outward focus on action and the internal strength required to sustain it speaks to the biblical command to "act," as seen in James 1:22: "Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says." NF's portrayal of this struggle is a compelling call to embrace the challenge, to remain committed to the vision, and to understand that the dreams worth pursuing are those that demand our all.