American Minor is a rock band from Champaign, IL, by way of Charleston, WV.… Read Full Bio ↴American Minor is a rock band from Champaign, IL, by way of Charleston, WV. Mixing elements of hard rock, southern rock and blues in a powerful live show, American Minor quickly caught the attention of ex-Blind Melon members Christopher Thorn and Brad Smith, who brought the band to the attention of Jive Records in 2004. They released an EP, Buffalo Creek in 2004, and followed with a full length, American Minor, in 2005. Unfortunately, they're no longer together today.

Sleepwalking
American Minor Lyrics

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As we get older, don't you know
That this life it gets colder, yeah
If you can hold on, just a little longer
If you can hold on, just a little stronger

You'll see me out walking at night
Under your door
I'll shine my light, I'll see you in dreams

Sleepwalking, sleepwalking, sleepwalking, yeah

If you can find patience, don't you know
Just a sliver of hope, yeah
If you can hold on, just a little longer
If you can hold on, just a little stronger

You'll see me wandering in the moonlight
I'll still be your man, reaching for your hand
I'll see you in dreams
Sleepwalking, sleepwalking, sleepwalking, yeah

If you can hold on
Don't you know that this life it gets colder
If you can hold on
If you can hold on

I know you'll see me out walking at night
I'll still be your man, reaching for your hand
I'll see you in dreams

Sleepwalking, sleepwalking, sleepwalking
If you can hold on

Overall Meaning

These lyrics are an anthem to perseverance through difficult times. The first verse speaks to the notion that life gets harder as we age, and that it can be a struggle to hold on in the face of that reality. However, the chorus offers a glimmer of hope - if you can find the strength to hold on just a little longer and a little stronger, there is a possibility of a brighter future. The second verse is even more optimistic, encouraging the listener to find just a small amount of patience or hope. The repeated phrase "sleepwalking" seems to suggest that these struggles can feel like moving through life in a daze or trance, but that even in that state, there is potential to connect with others and find comfort.

The bridge of the song emphasizes the idea of connection - the singer of the lyrics promises to always be there for the listener, whether they are "out walking at night" or "wandering in the moonlight". They will "still be your man" and "reach for your hand" even amidst the difficulties of life. This creates a hopeful and comforting sense of assurance - no matter how much things may change or feel overwhelming, there will always be someone there to reach for and someone who cares.

Overall, "Sleepwalking" is a heartening ballad that urges listeners to keep pushing through tough times and find solace in connections with others.

Line by Line Meaning

As we get older, don't you know That this life it gets colder, yeah
Life gets tougher as we age

If you can hold on, just a little longer If you can hold on, just a little stronger
If you can persist, you will make it

You'll see me out walking at night Under your door I'll shine my light, I'll see you in dreams Sleepwalking, sleepwalking, sleepwalking, yeah
I will always be there for you, even if it's in your dreams.

If you can find patience, don't you know Just a sliver of hope, yeah
Be patient and hopeful, things will get better.

You'll see me wandering in the moonlight I'll still be your man, reaching for your hand I'll see you in dreams Sleepwalking, sleepwalking, sleepwalking, yeah
I will never give up on you, even if things get rough.

If you can hold on Don't you know that this life it gets colder If you can hold on If you can hold on
Don't give up, because it will only get harder

I know you'll see me out walking at night I'll still be your man, reaching for your hand I'll see you in dreams Sleepwalking, sleepwalking, sleepwalking
I will always be there for you, even in your darkest moments.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BUD CARROLL, DWIGHT YOUNG, JOSHUA GRAGG, JOSHUA KNOX, ROBERT MCCUTCHEON

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