Lyrics of
Enter Sandman

Enter Sandman was written by James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, and Kirk Hammett, and is the opening track and first single from Metallicas eponymous album (also known as The Black Album) released in 1991. The lyrics discuss childrens nightmares. The track became one of Metallicas most well-known songs, significantly contributing to the albums commercial success.

say your prayers, little one
don't forget, my son,
to include everyone
I tuck you in, warm within
keep you free from sin
till the sandman he comes

sleep with one eye open
gripping your pillow tight

Ex it: light
Ent er: 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

sleep with one eye open
gripping your pillow tight

Ex it: light
Ent er: night
take my hand
we're off to never-never land


Hush little baby, don't say a word
and never mind that noise you heard
In your closet, in your head

Ex it: light
Ent er: night
grain of sand
Ex it: light
Ent er: night
take my hand
we're off to never-never land