Sleepsong
Bastille Lyrics
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Oh, in the strangest dreams, walking by your side
It is the hole you impose upon your life
When you're out, loneliness, it crawls up in the ground
It's what you feel, but can't articulate out loud.
Oh you go to sleep on your own and you wake each day with your thoughts
It's a last resort
All you want is someone onto whom you can cling
Your mother warned of strangers and the dangers they may bring
Your dreams and memories are blurring into one
The scenes which hold the waking world slowly come undone
You'll come undone
Oh, you go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
You go to sleep on your own
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone, it's a last resort
Oh
Don't talk to strangers,
And don't walk into danger.
Don't talk to strangers,
And don't walk into danger.
Oh you go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
You go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
Don't talk to strangers
Oh you go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
The lyrics to Bastille's Sleepsong speak of a person's fear of loneliness and their desire for companionship. The song describes the strange dreams that come when one is alone and the hole that loneliness imposes on one's life. The fear of being alone is so great that the person is willing to cling to anyone just to avoid being alone. The person's memories and dreams also become blurred as they struggle with their fear of loneliness, and the world around them seems to slowly come undone.
The chorus repeats the message of the song, warning people not to talk to strangers or walk into danger. The fear of being alone is so great that it can lead to risky behavior, such as trusting strangers. The repetition of the chorus also emphasizes the importance of not ignoring the advice of loved ones, who warn of the dangers posed by strangers.
Overall, Sleepsong is a powerfully emotional song that speaks to the universal fear of loneliness and the desire for companionship. It is a reminder to value the relationships we have and to not take them for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't talk to strangers.
Bastille warns listeners against interacting with strangers, which could possibly lead to danger.
Oh, in the strangest dreams, walking by your side
The loneliness and fear of being alone is depicted in the dream by having a companion who is a stranger.
It is the hole you impose upon your life
The feeling of emptiness and void in life is self-inflicted.
When you're out, loneliness, it crawls up in the ground
When one is out and about, the feeling of loneliness creeps up on them and consumes them.
It's what you feel, but can't articulate out loud.
The feeling of emptiness and fear is prominent but individuals are unable to express it to anyone.
Oh you go to sleep on your own and you wake each day with your thoughts
Individuals fall asleep by themselves and wake up with thoughts of the same fear and loneliness.
And it scares you being alone
The fear of being alone is overwhelming and terrifying.
It's a last resort
The last thing one wants is to be alone, but it's the only option left.
All you want is someone onto whom you can cling
Individuals crave companionship and someone to hold onto.
Your mother warned of strangers and the dangers they may bring
The warning of the danger of strangers and the possibility it infers was a childhood lesson from one's mother.
Your dreams and memories are blurring into one
The line between reality and memory becomes blurred, and individuals can't differentiate between them.
The scenes which hold the waking world slowly come undone
The reality of the world begins to crumble and fade away.
You'll come undone
Individuals will begin to break down and unravel with these fears and anxieties.
And don't walk into danger.
Like the previous line, Bastille warns listeners not to approach any kind of danger.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANIEL SMITH
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Don't talk to strangers.
Oh, in the strangest dreams, walking by your side
It is the hole you impose upon your life
When you're out, loneliness, it crawls up in the ground
It's what you feel, but can't articulate out loud.
Oh you go to sleep on your own and you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone
It's a last resort
All you want is someone onto whom you can cling
Your mother warned of strangers and the dangers they may bring
Your dreams and memories are blurring into one
The scenes which hold the waking world slowly come undone
You'll come undone
Oh, you go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
You go to sleep on your own
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone, it's a last resort
Oh
Don't talk to strangers,
And don't walk into danger.
Don't talk to strangers,
And don't walk into danger.
Oh you go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
You go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
Don't talk to strangers
Oh you go to sleep on your own,
And you wake each day with your thoughts
And it scares you being alone,
It's a last resort
Written by Daniel Smith • Copyright © Universal Music Publishing Group
@samanthaeastin5188
I remember when I was like 12 and this was my favorite band but I never told anyone. I have horrible anxiety attacks and it used to be worse and I remember saving some of their songs on a playlist and I'd listen to it when I was having and anxiety attack and force myself to lay down and close my eyes and listen to their music and I could just relate to the lyrics and it was just so peaceful.I used to cry and cry for no reason and I would hide from people and be out of school weeks at a time and I thought I was crazy but I was just so scared of myself and the future. I'm loving listening again
@ontheperkys
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@oscillatewildly666
i know the feeling of that attacks.... And Bastille really helps i know. You are not the only one who cries
@cheesebox5684
i have anxiety but i dont havee attacks i push through no matter how i feel
@markussweat3346
I'm 12 and you just described me perfectly you must be a clone of me or something. I suffer from depression and maybe anxiety. I cry a lot and i listen to their music to calm me down.
@31ciii
I literally cringe everyday of my mistakes.These mistakes are not tiny little mistakes.Anyway,as life goes on it will get better.
@gemmy7
This song just ........ I dont know if it breaks my heart or rebuilds it. Either way, it touches me so deeply.
@hartleyviolet8266
I feel the same way. ❤ Everytime I listen to their music that's how I feel.
@henasailausauberry1376
Gems St I cry every time I listen to this song
@sandhiyaann2533
Gems St that is an accurate description of 80 percent of Bastille songs