Perfect Nightmare
Shontelle
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Sometimes we fight Sometimes I cry Why don't I just tell him goodbye Sometimes I should but Sometimes I don't Build up the strength to say that its wrong Sometimes I hate, sometimes I love Sometimes I hurt, sometimes I don't Sometimes I wait for him to change But its okay I just got to pay (yeah) And I don,t ever wanna leave 'em alone They say I'm brain washed but I'm in love with this man (yeahhh) Keep tellin' myself that its not worth it I already know I don't deserve it But if its from you I don't mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare So when will I wake up and scream No way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way But if its from you I don mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare (perfect nightmare) Sometimes I keep it cool Sometimes I let 'em know, sometimes I even pack my bags to walk out the door Sometimes I feel safe Sometimes I really don't Sometimes I promise that I'm ready to let 'em go But I don't ever wanna leave 'em alone They say I'm brainwashed but I'm in love with this man (ooooh) Keep tellin' myself that its not worth it I already know I don't deserve it But if its from you I don't mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare So when will I wake up and scream No way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way But if its from you I don mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare (perfect nightmare) Hopin' hes changing but I'm scared hes not cant see a way to leave him He open'd my eyes and I Keep tellin' myself that its not worth it I already know I don't deserve it But if its from you I don't mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare So when will I wake up and scream No way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way But if its from you I don't mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare (perfect nightmare) Keep tellin' myself that its not worth it I already know I don't deserve it But if its from you I don't mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare So when will I wake up and scream No way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way But if its from you I don mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare (perfect nightmare) No way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way, no way But if its from you I don mind hurting This is my perfect nightmare (perfect nightmare)
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Written by: L DUGGAN, LETOYA DUGGAN, RODNEY JERKINS, V MCCANTS, VICTORIA MCCANTS
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9 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Perfect Nightmare" is a song by Barbadian singer Shontelle from her second studio album, "No Gravity". This single was released in April 2010. Although it did not chart in the United States, it did reach the top 30 in Romania and the top 20 in Slovakia.
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Genre and StyleThe song is classified under the pop and R&B music genres. The song showcases Shontelle's crisp, soulful vocals and has been recognized for its catchy, danceable rhythm.
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Song Theme"Perfect Nightmare" speaks to a tumultuous relationship. It depicts someone who knows they are in a toxic relationship but can't walk away. The song's title refers to the paradox of a situation that is both perfect and a nightmare at the same time.
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Lyrics and SongwritingIt was written by Arnthor Birgisson, Ina Wroldsen, and Shontelle Layne. The lyrics revolve around heartbreak and the struggle of letting go, staying true to Shontelle's writing style which often explores emotional conflicts.
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Music VideoThe video for "Perfect Nightmare" was released on YouTube in November 2010, upon its debut, it gained a reasonable number of views, thus, contributing to the song's exposure over time.
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Series Appearance"Perfect Nightmare" was used on several occasions as background music in the popular series "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," giving the song increased visibility and recognizability among audiences.
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Albums PerformanceThe album "No Gravity" including the song "Perfect Nightmare", received mixed reviews from music critics, some praising Shontelle's vocal effort and others discussing the lack of uniqueness in the album. It reached number 81 on the Billboard 200 in the United States.
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Live PerformancesShontelle has performed "Perfect Nightmare" live on numerous occasions, including various music festivals, and television shows, emphasizing her strong vocal capabilities.
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CollaborationsThe music production of the song included cooperation with internationally renowned artists and producers, such as Arnthor Birgisson, who has previously worked with famous artists like Jennifer Lopez, and Britney Spears.
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