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Sleep in the Park
Solange Feat. Kevin Barnes Lyrics


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Stand in the dark a little while longer
That way they'll never figure us out
Induce in the morning

Sleep in the park and eat on the corner
'Cause there we gonna spend it for life
Ah, ah

No, we got a long way
No, we got a long, long way to go



No, we got a long way
Yeah, we got a long, long way to go
We can't survive on love baby (baby)
No, no, ah we can't survive on love baby
We can't survive on just the
Just the love baby (baby)
We can't go alone, oh love
If we do, then we die

Take out the trash and throw out your wallet
Been living in the shack in your heart
And waste out my college

Dress me in rags just make sure my shoes fit
To walk around this life like I have

No, we got a long way
No, we got a long, long way to go
No, we got a long way
Yeah, we got a long, long way to go

We can't survive on love baby (baby)
No, no, ah we can't survive on love baby
We can't survive on just the
Just the love baby (baby)
We can't go alone, oh love
If we do, then we die

Yeah, we got a long, long way to go
We can't survive on love baby
We can't survive on love baby (baby)
No, no, ah we can't survive on the love
We can't survive on just the
Just the love baby (baby)
We can't go alone, oh love
If we do, then we die

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Solange's song "Sleep in the Park" feat. Kevin Barnes convey a sense of longing and the struggle to survive in a society that often undervalues love and human connection. The opening lines, "Stand in the dark a little while longer, That way they'll never figure us out," suggest a need to hide or protect one's relationship, perhaps due to societal pressures or expectations. The idea of "induce in the morning" indicates the longing for escape or a new beginning.


The chorus reflects the central theme of the song: the recognition that love alone is not enough to sustain life. The repeated lines, "We can't survive on love baby, We can't survive on just the love baby," highlight the belief that relying solely on love is not a viable option. Instead, the lyrics imply a need for practicality and financial stability ("Sleep in the park and eat on the corner, 'Cause there we gonna spend it for life").


The verses further explore the challenges faced by the couple. References to throwing out wallets and living in a "shack in your heart" symbolize financial insecurity and emotional vulnerability. The line, "Dress me in rags just make sure my shoes fit, To walk around this life like I have," expresses a desire for acceptance and stability despite material limitations.


Line by Line Meaning

Stand in the dark a little while longer
Continue hiding our true selves and intentions for a bit longer


That way they'll never figure us out
By doing so, they will never be able to understand or discover our true identities


Induce in the morning
Start the process of bringing about a desired change or outcome in the morning


Sleep in the park and eat on the corner
Choose to live a simple and humble life, finding comfort and sustenance in less privileged circumstances


'Cause there we gonna spend it for life
Because that is where we plan to spend the rest of our lives


No, we got a long way
No, we still have a significant distance to travel or progress to make


Yeah, we got a long, long way to go
Yes, we have a considerable journey ahead of us


We can't survive on love baby (baby)
Love alone is not enough to sustain us, my dear


No, no, ah we can't survive on love baby
No, we cannot rely solely on love to meet our needs and survive


We can't survive on just the
We cannot sustain ourselves by solely relying on


Just the love baby (baby)
Only on the love we share, my dear


We can't go alone, oh love
We cannot embark on this journey by ourselves, my love


If we do, then we die
If we choose to go alone, it will lead to our demise


Take out the trash and throw out your wallet
Dispose of unnecessary baggage and material possessions


Been living in the shack in your heart
I have been residing in the emotional confinement of your heart


And waste out my college
And disregard the education I received


Dress me in rags just make sure my shoes fit
Clothe me in tattered garments, as long as my shoes are a proper fit


To walk around this life like I have
To navigate through life as though I possess the wealth and status I desire


Yeah, we got a long, long way to go
Yes, we still have a significant distance to travel or progress to make


We can't survive on love baby
We cannot rely solely on love to meet our needs and survive, my dear


Yeah, we got a long, long way to go
Yes, we have a considerable journey ahead of us


We can't survive on love baby (baby)
We cannot sustain ourselves by solely relying on the love we share, my dear


No, no, ah we can't survive on the love
No, we cannot survive by depending only on love


We can't survive on just the
We cannot sustain ourselves by solely relying on


Just the love baby (baby)
Only on the love we share, my dear


We can't go alone, oh love
We cannot embark on this journey by ourselves, my love


If we do, then we die
If we choose to go alone, it will lead to our demise




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