BADBADNOTGOOD released their first two albums in 2011 and 2012, both for free from their official Bandcamp.
Their third album named "III", was released on 6, May, 2014.
They released their fourth album, "Sour Soul" a collaboration with Ghostface Killah , on 23, Feb, 2015.
On January 1, 2016, Leland Whitty, a saxophonist who has appeared on BBNG2 and III, officially became part of the group. Later that year, on July 8, BADBADNOTGOOD released their fifth album, "IV" which featured many more collaborators, such as Kaytranada and Mick Jenkins. As of 2019, pianist Matt Tavares is no longer a member of BADBADNOTGOOD.
Band's official site: http://badbadnotgood.com
Bandcamp: http://badbadnotgood.bandcamp.com/
Sleeper
BADBADNOTGOOD Lyrics
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Heard she was a sleeper
Glad you found a dreamer
Boring life is sweeter
But bitter between her
Moved out of the city
Got your love when she
And that was that
Caught in between her
And left a sleeper
Sold you the dream
And bought it to please her
You found a love to
Give it all up to
She takes your hand as she stands there above you
But it's not just a season
The shame that you're keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're tired of sleeping
And waking up grieving
The life that you left behind
Heard she was a sleeper
Glad you got a dreamer
Does the sun still greet you?
Her shadow's eager
Moved out to the suburbs
Not sure you still love her
Tucked under the covers
The feeling it hovers
Caught in between her
And left a sleeper
Sold you the dream
And bought it to please her
You found a love to
Give it all up to
She gives the look as she stands there above you
But it's not just a season
The shame that you're keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're tired of sleeping
And waking up grieving
The life that you left behind
No, it's not just a season
She cuffed you for keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're holding a secret
That you miss the feeling
Of somebody else in your bed
It's not just a season
She cuffed you for keeping, keeping
I know you miss the feeling, feeling
Tell me you miss the feeling, feeling
It's not just a season
She cuffed you for keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're holding a secret
That you miss the feeling
Of somebody else
The lyrics of BADBADNOTGOOD's song "Sleeper" delve into a complex and emotionally charged relationship. The song seems to tell the story of a person who finds solace and excitement in a relationship with someone who seems dull and unremarkable on the surface, referred to as a "sleeper." The singer is initially drawn to this person as a dreamer, seeing a certain sweetness in the monotony of their existence. They are willing to give up their own life in the city for this love.
However, as time goes on, the singer starts to feel trapped and caught in the middle. They realize that the "sleeper" has sold them a dream, pretending to be something they are not just to please them. The love they found suddenly becomes suffocating as they are overshadowed by the "sleeper." There is a sense of longing for the life they left behind, but also a resistance to fully articulate their feelings or break free from the relationship.
The lyrics convey a conflicting mix of emotions, with references to shame, tiredness, and grief. The singer acknowledges that the shame they are keeping is no longer hurting them, but they are tired of being in a state of emotional dormancy. They wake up grieving the life they left behind, yearning for more than just the comfort of being with the "sleeper." The lyrics also imply that the singer may have discovered a secret desire for someone else, missing the feeling of someone new in their bed.
Overall, "Sleeper" explores the complex dynamics of a relationship where one person finds comfort in stability and predictability, while the other longs for growth, excitement, and the thrill of the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
One, two, three
Counting off the start of the song
Heard she was a sleeper
Rumors suggest that she is someone who appears dormant or uninteresting
Glad you found a dreamer
Happy that you discovered someone who is imaginative and has dreams
Boring life is sweeter
A mundane existence is more enjoyable or satisfying
But bitter between her
However, there are negative emotions or conflicts associated with her
Moved out of the city
Changed residence from the urban area
Got your love when she
Received your affection when she
Told you it was pretty
Described it as beautiful or pleasing
And that was that
And that was the end or conclusion
Caught in between her
Stuck or trapped in a relationship with her
And left a sleeper
Left behind someone who was unaware or passive
Sold you the dream
Convinced you of a desirable future
And bought it to please her
Purchased or accepted it in order to satisfy her
You found a love to
You discovered a romantic attachment to
Give it all up to
Surrender everything for
She takes your hand as she stands there above you
She holds your hand while being in a position of power or authority
But it's not just a season
However, it is not merely a temporary phase
The shame that you're keeping
The guilt or embarrassment that you are concealing
Don't even hurt no more
No longer causing pain or discomfort
But you're tired of sleeping
But you are weary of passively existing
And waking up grieving
And experiencing sorrow upon awakening
The life that you left behind
The previous life that you abandoned
Does the sun still greet you?
Do you still feel the warmth and happiness of each new day?
Her shadow's eager
Her presence or influence is enthusiastic or eager
Moved out to the suburbs
Relocated to the outskirts of the city
Not sure you still love her
Uncertain if you still have affection for her
Tucked under the covers
Nestled warmly beneath the blankets
The feeling it hovers
A particular emotion or sensation lingers
No, it's not just a season
No, it is not simply a temporary phase
She cuffed you for keeping
She restrained or censured you for maintaining
But you're holding a secret
However, you are concealing a hidden truth
That you miss the feeling
That you long for the sensation
Of somebody else
Of another person
In your bed
In the space where you sleep
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alexander Sowinski, Charlotte Day Wilson, Chester Hansen, Leland Whitty
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alainncaileag5692
Heard she was a sleeper
Glad you found a dreamer
Boring life is sweeter
But bitter between her
Moved out of the city
Got your love when she
Told you it was pretty
And that was that
Caught in between her
And left a sleeper
Sold you the dream
And bought it to please her
You found a love to
Give it all up to
She takes your hand as she stands there above you
But it's not just a season
The shame that you're keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're tired of sleeping
And waking up grieving
The life that you left behind
Heard she was a sleeper
Glad you got a dreamer
Does the sun still greet you?
Her shadow's eager
Moved out to the suburbs
Not sure you still love her
Tucked under the covers
The feeling it hovers
Caught in between her
And left a sleeper
Sold you the dream
And bought it to please her
You found a love to
Give it all up to
She gives the look as she stands there above you
But it's not just a season
The shame that you're keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're tired of sleeping
And waking up grieving
The life that you left behind
No, it's not just a season
She cuffed you for keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're holding a secret
That you miss the feeling
Of somebody else in your bed
It's not just a season
She cuffed you for keeping, keeping
I know you miss the feeling, feeling
Tell me you miss the feeling, feeling
It's not just a season
She cuffed you for keeping
Don't even hurt no more
But you're holding a secret
That you miss the feeling
Of somebody else
@christianc9
Just do a full album together already! 😂 nice track
@CibeleVargas
WORD
@bartatp
Literally. How many times do I have to listen 'In your eyes ' on repeat?
@montserratpuebla
periodt
@sriramv7281
Bad bad not good day
@bonnacon1610
@@bartatp For the rest of your life...
@JuanitoK556
We seriously need an album, this combination just works and its incredible.
@PDXhiphop503
BBNG and Charlotte are like PB & J -- perfect, complimentary combo!
@MrJM540
With a side of tasty too 😉
@scorpioscots9692
Can't Wait For The Instrumental Fire 🔥