Sumerland (What Dreams May Come)

Fields Of The Nephilim · Elizium [2011]

Your tempting me to all of life

And all its pleasure

Take me to the dream

To the highs and the depths of my soul



Here we free thoughts inside

Giving up for giving time

A world without end

Where no souls can descend

There will be no summertime



How lost life's been

Afraid of waking up

So afraid to take the dream

Take the dream

Take care

Take the dream



Shapes of angels, the night casts

Lie dead but dreaming in my past

And they're here

They want to meet you

They want to play with you



So take the dream

Take the dream

Can't break free

And I can't break free



And I hear them call

They want to plague you

They've been here once more

They want to lay with you

They want to take you

To the shame of your past

Take the dream



Take me

Lead me far away

Take me there

There I'll fade away



But I can't hide

But I can't hide and I cannot die

And I can't hide and I cannot die



I'll take the dream

Take the dream



We're but fools of our fate

On this earth, I shall wait

By the roots of my soul

I am losing control

Take the dream



The sleeper in you

The sleepers in you

Shapes of angels so deep within you

Feel your soul drowning

Unloosen your soul



Drowning, drowning

Drowning in waters of reality

Tell me what is reality?

Tell me what is reality? Tell me



Tell me thoughts of God

Do dreams fall from God?

Tell me what dreams may come

Break free thoughts all gone

We all come down



Take me there, thoughts all gone

Take me there, we all come down

Tell me what dreams may come

Take me there, thoughts all gone



All come down

All come down

Take me out of here

Take me out of here



Now take me there

Take me out of here

Take me, take me out of here



Take me, take me

Take me, take me

Take me

Sumerland (What Dreams May Come)

Released on the 2011 album Elizium, this track by Fields Of The Nephilim exemplifies the band's signature blend of folk metal and gothic rock. The song features atmospheric instrumentation and vocal delivery characteristic of the group's work during this era, drawing upon themes of mythology and the supernatural that have long defined their discography. It stands as a notable contribution to the genre, reflecting the band's ability to weave traditional musical elements with modern production techniques. The recording captures the haunting and introspective mood often associated with their catalog, resonating with listeners who appreciate the intersection of folk traditions and heavy metal. As part of Elizium, it complements other tracks on the record, contributing to a cohesive sonic landscape that honors the band's legacy while pushing their sound forward.