Enter Sandman
Motorhead · Other Songs - Motorhead
Don't forget my son
To include everyone
I tuck you in, warm within
Keep you free from sin
'Til the sandman he comes
Sleep with one eye open
Gripping your pillow tight
Exit light
Enter night
Take my hand
We're off to never-never land
Something's wrong, shut the light
Heavy thoughts tonight
And they aren't of Snow White
Dreams of war, dreams of liars
Dreams of dragon's fire
And of things that will bite, yeah
Sleep with one eye open
Gripping your pillow tight
Exit light
Enter night
Take my hand
We're off to never-never land
Now I lay me down to sleep
Now I lay me down to sleep
Pray the lord my soul to keep
Pray the lord my soul to keep
If I die before I wake
If I die before I wake
Pray the lord my soul to take
Pray the lord my soul to take
Hush little baby don't say a word
And never mind that noise you heard
It's just the beasts under your bed
In your closet in your head
Exit light
Enter night
Grain of sand
Exit light
Enter night
Take my hand
We're off to never-never land
Boo! Yeah yeah!
We're off to never-never land
Take my hand
We're off to never-never land
Take my hand
We're off to never-never land
We're off to never-never land
We're off to never-never land
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Enter Sandman
Motorhead's 'Enter Sandman' stands as a defining anthem of the late 1970s and early 1980s heavy metal movement. While often associated with the band's later work, the track embodies the raw, aggressive energy characteristic of the genre during its formative years. The song features a distinctive, hypnotic riff that became a staple in the band's live performances and recordings, cementing their reputation as pioneers of the new wave of British heavy metal. Its enduring popularity reflects the song's ability to capture the visceral power of the era, influencing countless subsequent acts in hard rock and metal. As a key component of Motorhead's catalog, the recording remains a touchstone for fans of the genre, representing the band's commitment to high-octane, straightforward rock music.