Sleep Tight
FUTURE PALACE Lyrics


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Butterflies, a blue sky
Everything is pretty but we still cry
Generation Z are we adults yet?
'cause I'm wishing for a bullet to shoot through my head

Help me out of here
These monsters will eat me up
Why can't I see clearly?
They are scraping my eyes out

But everything is nice here, it will be alright dear
Don't worry too much it's just a nightmare

Sleep tight to hide from my fears
But inside my entire world bleeds
I sleepwalk through this hell of earth
I'm awake in a nightmare
A tide of war and peace
Give me a break I'm begging you please
I drench, is this a dream or not?
Is this all just a nightmare?

I pinch my skin
Nails are sinking in
Is this reality or am I just a little dim?
Turn the lights on, blast a loud song
But I still feel numb, guess that something must be wrong
Help me out of here
Why can't I see clearly
They are scraping my eyes out

But everything is nice here, it will be alright dear
Don't worry too much it's just a nightmare

Sleep tight to hide from my fears
But inside my entire world bleeds
I sleepwalk through this hell of earth
I’m awake in a nightmare
A tide of war and peace
Give me a break I’m begging you please
I drench, is this a dream or not?
Is this all just a nightmare?

I see the stars, I see their lights
How much more do I have to try?
To feel a spark of a resting mind
Tell me how much do I have to try?
I see the stars, I see their lights
How much more do I have to try?




To feel the spark of a resting mind
Tell me how much do I have to try?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Sleep Tight" by FUTURE PALACE convey a sense of internal turmoil and the struggles of navigating through life's challenges. The opening lines, "Butterflies, a blue sky / Everything is pretty but we still cry," suggest a juxtaposition between external beauty and inner turmoil. Despite the seemingly pleasant surroundings, there is a sense of sadness and pain.


The mention of "Generation Z" and the longing for a bullet to shoot through the head indicate a feeling of being overwhelmed and questioning one's place in the world, perhaps as a young adult trying to find their identity. The lyrics express a desire to escape the darkness and seek clarity, while feeling trapped and helpless against the metaphorical monsters that threaten to consume them.


The chorus, "Sleep tight to hide from my fears / But inside my entire world bleeds," showcases the idea of using sleep as escapism, yet even within the realm of dreams, the turmoil persists. The mention of sleepwalking through a hellish existence and the plea for a break and respite further emphasizes the overwhelming nature of the singer's experience.


The bridge delves into a search for solace and the longing to find a sense of peace or rest in an otherwise chaotic mind. The repetition of the question, "How much more do I have to try?" highlights a sense of exhaustion and frustration in trying to find the elusive spark of tranquility.


Overall, "Sleep Tight" captures the internal battles and emotional turmoil experienced by the singer, reflecting upon the challenges faced by the younger generation in finding their place in the world and seeking a sense of peace amidst chaos.


Line by Line Meaning

Butterflies, a blue sky
There is beauty and positivity around, but it doesn't alleviate our sadness.


Everything is pretty but we still cry
Despite the attractive appearance of things, we are still overwhelmed with emotions.


Generation Z are we adults yet?
Are we, the youth, already expected to navigate the challenges of adulthood?


'cause I'm wishing for a bullet to shoot through my head
Feeling desperate and wishing for an end to the pain and struggles.


Help me out of here
Requesting assistance to escape from the difficult situation.


These monsters will eat me up
Referring to personal fears or problems that seem overwhelming and consuming.


Why can't I see clearly?
Expressing confusion and a lack of clarity in understanding the situation.


They are scraping my eyes out
Feeling violated and losing the ability to perceive things clearly.


But everything is nice here, it will be alright dear
Despite the challenges, there is an attempt to reassure oneself that everything will be fine.


Don't worry too much it's just a nightmare
Encouraging not to dwell excessively on the difficult situation, as it may be temporary.


Sleep tight to hide from my fears
Seeking solace and escape from the fears and anxieties through sleep.


But inside my entire world bleeds
Internally, one is experiencing deep pain and turmoil.


I sleepwalk through this hell of earth
Feeling detached and going through life in a numb and robotic manner.


I'm awake in a nightmare
Being painfully aware of the difficult reality and unable to escape from it.


A tide of war and peace
Referring to the constant struggle between chaos and tranquility.


Give me a break I'm begging you please
Requesting respite and relief from the overwhelming circumstances.


I drench, is this a dream or not?
Feeling overwhelmed and questioning the blurred lines between reality and illusion.


Is this all just a nightmare?
Questioning the nature of the challenging situation and hoping it isn't the harsh reality.


I pinch my skin
Engaging in self-harm or self-testing to verify whether the situation is real.


Nails are sinking in
Experiencing pain and emotional distress as the situation becomes more intense.


Is this reality or am I just a little dim?
Questioning one's perception and ability to comprehend the reality of the situation.


Turn the lights on, blast a loud song
Seeking external stimuli to distract oneself from the numbness and emotional void.


But I still feel numb, guess that something must be wrong
Despite attempts to alleviate the numbness, the underlying issue and emotional pain persist.


I see the stars, I see their lights
Awareness and longing for hope and inspiration.


How much more do I have to try?
Expressing frustration and exhaustion in attempting to find peace and contentment.


To feel a spark of a resting mind
Seeking a sense of calm and tranquility within one's thoughts.


Tell me how much do I have to try?
Seeking guidance and asking for clarification on the amount of effort required to attain peace of mind.




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Maria soprano harmonic at the end of song so beautiful and wonderful 🖤👏👍

@randythompson4031

I love the entire song, but the outtro just put this man in tears. Absolutely beautiful!!!! Thank you

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Sempiternal album vibe 💯✅👍
On this song

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