The song "Knocking At My Door" by Uriah Heep depicts a feeling of fear and paranoia that the protagonist experiences. The lyrics describe the protagonist hearing a sound and seeing a shadow, leading them to go outside and find nobody there. This experience repeats, with footsteps following them and a voice repeating in their head. The fear of darkness and the unknown consumes the protagonist, making them too scared to scream and question their sanity. Despite their confusion, there are unseen entities that keep coming back, knocking at their door. The protagonist does not know these people but they persist, leaving the protagonist with nowhere to hide or run. The nightmare described in the song is relentless, with the protagonist wondering when it will end. The fear has escalated to the point where even the sound of their own name instills fear. The song leaves the listener with a sense of suspense and uncertainty as it explores themes of fear, paranoia, and one's internal struggle. Overall, "Knocking At My Door" captures the torment and psychological distress caused by unknown forces that invade one's life without explanation.
