Nightmare

The Church · Other Songs - The Church

I wanna consume, I wanna eat up a mountain

Drink up an ocean, dream up a world

I wanna consume, I wanna smoke up a forest

Shoot up a river, run up the bill

I want women and men

And when the whole damn thing is over

I want it all back again

Yeah maybe I'll be happy then

We'll ride the nightmare every night

Riskin' our dreams

And then we'll fall from such a height

We'll split our seams

I wanna devour

I wanna suck up your power

I wanna smell all the flowers

I wanna use up my useless hours

I wanna absorb, I wanna absorb your spirit

Feed off your soul, drain out your youth

I wanna absorb, I wanna become your lover

Erase your master, live out your life

I want your time, and your thoughts

I want the things your sugar daddy bought you

What the alchemists and magicians sought

I want starboard, I want port

Nightmare - The Church

The Church's 'Nightmare' stands as a defining track within the band's influential catalog of progressive rock and folk-rock. Released during the group's peak creative period, the song exemplifies their signature blend of intricate guitar work, haunting vocals, and atmospheric soundscapes. Often associated with the era that produced their seminal album 'The Church', the recording showcases the band's ability to weave complex harmonies with raw emotional intensity. The track remains a staple in their discography, frequently cited by critics and fans alike as a prime example of their unique approach to 1970s alternative rock. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's significant contribution to the genre, cementing their legacy as pioneers who bridged the gap between traditional rock structures and the evolving indie landscape of their time.