I'm Only Sleeping
Bathory Lyrics
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Lift my head, I'm still yawning
When I'm in the middle of a dream
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
I don't mind, I think they're crazy
Running everywhere at such a speed
Till 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
Taking my time
Lying 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
Ooh yeah
Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
Taking my time
When I wake up early in the morning
Lift my head, I'm still yawning
When I'm in the middle of a dream
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
The lyrics to Bathory's song "I'm Only Sleeping" convey a sense of laziness, escapism, and disconnection from the world. The song begins with the singer describing waking up in the morning and still feeling sleepy and dreamy, not yet ready to fully join the waking world. They choose to linger in bed, letting their thoughts drift like a stream.
The lyrics express a desire to be left alone and not disturbed, as the singer values the peace and calmness of being in their own state of relaxation. They find contentment in their laziness, while others view it as a flaw or lacking ambition. The singer sees the frantic pace and constant busyness of others as unnecessary and even crazy. They prefer observing the world passing by their window, taking their time and embracing a slower rhythm of life.
The song captures the idea of finding solace in solitude and daydreaming, using sleep as a symbol for escaping the demands and expectations of society. The singer seems to cherish the moments of being disconnected from the world, allowing themselves to fully immerse in their own thoughts and desires without interruption.
Overall, "I'm Only Sleeping" portrays a desire to retreat from the external pressures of life, reveling in the comfort of one's own thoughts and dreams. It encourages listeners to appreciate the value of stillness and contemplation, rather than constantly being caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday existence.
Line by Line Meaning
When I wake up early in the morning
At the start of my day, when I rise from my slumber
Lift my head, I'm still yawning
Raise my head, still feeling drowsy and in need of more rest
When I'm in the middle of a dream
During the moments when I am lost in the depths of my imagination
Stay in bed, float up stream (Float up stream)
Choose to remain in bed, allowing my mind to drift freely like a gentle stream
Please, don't wake me, no, don't shake me
I kindly request not to be awakened or disturbed in any way
Leave me where I am, I'm only sleeping
Allow me to remain in my tranquil state, reminding that I am simply in a state of relaxation
Everybody seems to think I'm lazy
Many people hold the belief that I am idle or lacking in ambition
I don't mind, I think they're crazy
I have no concerns about their opinions, as I find them to be utterly absurd
Running everywhere at such a speed
Engaging in constant movement and haste
Till they find there's no need (There's no need)
Until they realize that their relentless actions hold no true necessity
Please, don't spoil my day, I'm miles away
I implore you not to ruin my day, as my mind is far removed from the present moment
And after all I'm only sleeping
In the end, I am merely taking rest and rejuvenating
Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
Observing the passing happenings of the world from my window
Taking my time
Being leisurely and allowing myself to proceed at my own pace
Lying there and staring at the ceiling
Reclining and gazing at the ceiling above me
Waiting for a sleepy feeling
Anticipating the drowsiness to return and lull me into a state of sleep once more
Ooh yeah
Expressing agreement or satisfaction in an enthusiastic manner
Please, don't spoil my day, I'm miles away
I kindly request not to disrupt my day, as my thoughts are far from the present
And after all I'm only sleeping
Ultimately, I am solely dedicating my time to slumber and rest
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
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Meat Wagon
When I wake up early in the morning
Lift my head, I'm still yawning
When I'm in the middle of a dream
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
I don't mind, I think they're crazy
Running everywhere at such a speed
Till 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
Taking my time
Lying 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
Ooh yeah
Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
Taking my time
When I wake up early in the morning
Lift my head, I'm still yawning
When I'm in the middle of a dream
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
Lily Strange
I never thought I'd say this about the godfather of black metal, but this is quite charming. He's such an underrated genius. I miss him.
ultimatetadpole
Quorthon had top tier Beatles taste. This has always been one of my favourite Beatles songs, thought it was hugely underrated. Such a shame that we lost him when we did. Bathory had so much more in it. Still, we'll always have Under the Sign of a Black Mark, Blood Fire Death and Hammerheart. In my opinion, Bathory was the first true black metal band and certainly one of the best.
OH_I _Will
Under Rated my Arse
Victoria LaVey
Божественно
Pavel Fuka
brilliant cover, bravo quorthon
blackbuilding
Wow!!! Before this, as a Beatles fan, I wasn't able to imagine a Black Metal musician doing a fantastic Beatles cover song; this is simple awesome!!! & now I appreciate too much more Bathory's stuff.
darkheathen67
Quorthon was a genius. Way ahead of his time. He started up the whole black metal scene the viking metal scene and then comes out with this work of art? Probably the Beatles best song imo. He trolled the media and lied his way to death. The man was a pure troll and a absolute legend
JHallDaBoss
one of the better Beatles covers I've heard in some time. props
Dagoth Ur
Quorthon is only sleeping under the Twilight of the Gods. Rest in Power
netophero
He is just GENIUS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!