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I'm Only Sleeping
Suggs Lyrics


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When I wake up early in the morning
I lift my head, I'm still yawning
When I'm in the middle of a dream
I stay in bed, float up stream (float up stream)

Please don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping

Everybody seems to think I'm lazy
Well, I don't mind, I think they're crazy
Running everywhere at such a speed
Until they find there's no need (there's no need)

Please don't spoil my day
I'm miles away
And after all
I'm only sleeping

Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
You're taking my time
Llying there and staring at the ceiling
Waiting for a sleepy feeling

Please don't spoil my day
I'm miles away
And after all
I'm only sleeping

Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
Taking my time
When I wake up early in the morning
I lift my head, I'm still yawning

When I'm in the middle of a dream
I stay in bed, float up stream (float up stream)

Please don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping

Please don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping

No no no, please don't wake me
No, don't shake me
Leave me where I am
I'm only sleeping

No no no no
No no no no
I'm only sleeping

No no no no
No no no no
I'm only sleeping

No no no no
No no no no
I'm only sleeping

No no no no
No no no no
I'm only sleeping

No no no no
No no no no
I'm only sleeping

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song β€œI’m Only Sleeping” by Suggs can be interpreted to reflect the idea of taking a break from a fast-paced life. The singer seems to be someone who enjoys sleeping and feels that others perceive them as lazy because of it. They prefer staying in bed, basking in their dreams, rather than waking up to the hustle and bustle of everyday life.


The singer’s desire for rest is emphasized by their pleas to not be shaken or disturbed. They want to preserve the peaceful state they’re in and avoid being hurried or rushed by the outside world. The lyric, β€œKeeping an eye on the world going by my window” could be interpreted as the singer watching the world go by without actively participating in it, as if it’s going too fast to even keep up with.


The singer seems content with their current lifestyle and sees no need to be part of the rat race. The song ends with a repetition of the phrase β€œI’m only sleeping,” as if to emphasize the idea that rest and relaxation are essential.


Line by Line Meaning

When I wake up early in the morning
I'm still tired when I first wake up


I lift my head, I'm still yawning
I am slow to get out of bed


When I'm in the middle of a dream
I am still sleeping


I stay in bed, float up stream (float up stream)
I want to keep sleeping and drift off into a dream-like state


Please don't wake me
I don't want to be interrupted or disturbed


No, don't shake me
I want to be left alone


Leave me where I am
I don't want to move or do anything


I'm only sleeping
I'm not being lazy or unproductive, I just need rest


Everybody seems to think I'm lazy
Others judge me for sleeping in or resting


Well, I don't mind, I think they're crazy
I have my own priorities and values, and prioritize rest over constant activity


Running everywhere at such a speed
Others are constantly busy and on-the-go


Until they find there's no need (there's no need)
They eventually realize that all their effort and busyness doesn't necessarily lead to fulfillment or success


Please don't spoil my day
Don't bring negativity or stress into my life


I'm miles away
I'm in a different mental and emotional state than those who are always busy


And after all
When everything is said and done


Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
I observe the world around me from a relaxed, inactive state


You're taking my time
I prioritize my own time and energy over the demands of others


Llying there and staring at the ceiling
I am content with doing nothing and taking a break from productivity


Waiting for a sleepy feeling
I am intentionally trying to fall asleep or stay asleep


No no no, please don't wake me
I am adamant about not being interrupted


No no no no
I am repeating my desire to be left alone




Lyrics Β© TuneCore Inc., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Lennon, Paul Mccartney

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Comments from YouTube:

@aldhous

This track always amazes me. It's into the second verse at 54secs yet still makes it to almost 4-and-a-half minutes in total!

@adassa1132

I so love this song by Suggs. I saw him on the tv show, Lorraine this morning, and this song came to mind, don't know why. Thank you for uploading this song on here, and it still being available. Fab song.

@pauljohnleadbeater5533

Love ❀️ the emotion suggs puts into his πŸ‘‹ records he does.

@dominewimbury9644

Truly the two best years for music in my youth, 1995 and 1996. Fabulous days

@pegasus8978

Solid song. Solid cover. Solid Suggs.

@frenchgirluk

Excellent cover of this song. Can play it on repeat now!!

@mahelykuba-ngoma7511

I love this songs it makes me feel relaxed, brings back emotional memories too :)

@ignacioperandres

Uregreat

@Godslove66

I always listen to this song done by Suggs whenever I want to go to sleep, in a good way though.

@gustavogimenez6007

Espectacular. Muy buena la versiΓ³n im only sleeping, The Beatles.

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