One More Red Nightmare
One More Red Nightmare

King Crimson - One More Red Nightmare Lyrics

Rock
Sep 27, 1974
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One More Red Nightmare Music Video

One More Red Nightmare Lyrics

Pan american nightmare
Ten thousand feet fun-fair
Convinced that I don't care
It's safe as houses I swear
I was just sitting musing
The virtues of cruising
When altitude dropping
My ears started popping
One more red nightmare

Sweat beginning to pour down
My neck as I turn round
I heard fortune shouting
Get off of this outing

A farewell swan song
See you know how turbulence can be
The stewardess made me
But the captain forbid me
One more red nightmare

Reality stirred me
My angel had heard me
The prayer had been answered
A reprieve has been granted

The dream was now broken
Though rudely awoken
Really safe and sound
Asleep on the greyhound
One more red nightmare

Writer(s): JOHN KENNETH WETTON, ROBERT FRIPP, WILLIAM SCOTT BRUFORD
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'One More Red Nightmare'?

    'One More Red Nightmare' was written by John Kenneth Wetton, Robert Fripp, and William Scott Bruford, all of whom were members of King Crimson during the time of the song's release.

  2. Which album features 'One More Red Nightmare' by King Crimson?

    'One More Red Nightmare' is featured on King Crimson's seventh studio album 'Red', which was released on October 6, 1974.

  3. What inspired the lyrics of 'One More Red Nightmare'?

    The lyrics of 'One More Red Nightmare' were inspired by band member John Wetton's experiences with frequent and sometimes unsettling flights during tours, which is reflected in the song's aviation-themed lyrics and tense musical composition.

  4. What is unique about the time signatures in 'One More Red Nightmare'?

    The song 'One More Red Nightmare' uses a mixture of unusual time signatures, creating a sense of discord that mirrors the turbulence and anxiety described in the lyrics, showcasing King Crimson's skillful musicianship.

  5. Who were the members of King Crimson during the recording of 'One More Red Nightmare'?

    The members of King Crimson during the recording included guitarist and keyboardist Robert Fripp, bassist and vocalist John Wetton, and drummer Bill Bruford. Guest musicians such as former King Crimson members Ian McDonald and Mel Collins also contributed to the album.

  6. Where was 'One More Red Nightmare' recorded?

    'One More Red Nightmare', along with the rest of the 'Red' album, was recorded at Olympic Studios in London in July and August 1974.

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