Mraz released his debut album, Waiting for My Rocket to Come in 2002. The tracks "The Remedy" and "You And I Both" became his first big hits the following year. His second album, Mr. A-Z, released in 2005, peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 200 and sold over one hundred thousand copies in the US. In 2008, Mraz released his third studio album, We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 was a commercial success worldwide, peaking in the top ten of many international charts.
In April 2012 Mraz released his fourth studio album, Love is a Four Letter Word. The album was received with favourable reviews and debuted at number two on both the Billboard 200 and UK Album Charts. The album sold 102,000 copies in it's first week in the US, his best sales week to date.
Mraz’s international breakthrough came with the release of lead single from We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. titled “I’m Yours”. The single peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100, giving Mraz his first top ten single. The song was a huge commercial success in the US with it receiving a triple-Platinum certification from the RIAA for sales of over three million. The song was successful internationally and topped the charts in New Zealand and Norway and peaking in the top ten of multiple international charts.
Mraz was engaged to singer/songwriter and long-time close friend Tristan Prettyman. On June 7, 2011, Mraz said in an interview with the Daily Beast that he and Prettyman were no longer engaged.
Mraz lives a health-conscious lifestyle and enjoys eating mostly raw vegan foods. He owns an avocado farm in Bonsall in Northern San Diego County.
Sleep All Day
Jason Mraz Lyrics
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He's building up a shine but he take it slow
And he knows it time to make a change here And time to get away
And he knows it's time for all the wrong reasons And time to end the pain
But he sleep all, sleep all day, sleep all, we Sleep all day over again
Why don't we?
She said what would your mother think and how would your father react oh lord
No way he said take it, take it and don't break it with your own two hands
That was my old man and he said
If all is grounded you should go make a mountain out of it
Oh what a lovely day to have a slice of humble pie
Recalling of the while we used to drive and drive here and there
Going nowhere but for us, nowhere but for the two of us
And we knew it was time to take a chance here
And time to compromise our lives for awhile
And it was time for all the wrong reasons
But time is often on my side and I give it to you tonight
And we sleep all, sleep all day, sleep all, we sleep all day over again
As time goes by we get a little bit tired waking and baked another Marlboro mile wide
It's sending the boys on the run in the time in hot summer sun
To swim beneath or over outside as they're reading between the lines
Then they remember the part in the hallmark card where they read about the dreams
And reaching for the stars to hold on a little bit closer to
And they knew it was time, time to take a chance here
Time to compromise our little lives for just a little while
And they knew it was time for all the wrong reasons
As time is often on my side and I give it to you, oh boy
And we sleep all, sleep all day, sleep all, we sleep all day over again
She said what would your mother think and how would your father react oh lord
Would he take it all back what they've done
No way he said take it, take it and don't break it with your own two hands
That was my old man and he said
If all is grounded you should go make a mountain out of it
The lyrics of "Sleep All Day" by Jason Mraz explore the theme of escapism and the desire to avoid responsibility, exploring the idea that sometimes we need to take a break from our daily routines to recharge our batteries. The first verse describes a man who is tired of his current situation and wants to make a change, but instead, he spends his days sleeping and avoiding the world. The lyrics suggest that he knows he needs to make a change but is hesitant to do so, perhaps because he is afraid of what the future holds.
The second verse describes a conversation between two people, one of whom is questioning the choices they've made in their life. The other person encourages them to take responsibility for their life and not to give up on their dreams. The lyrics suggest that sometimes we need to take risks and make sacrifices to achieve our goals, even if those goals are not immediately clear.
The final verse explores the idea of taking risks and chasing our dreams, even if it means stepping outside of our comfort zone. The lyrics describe a group of people who are willing to take a chance and make a change in their lives, even if it means making sacrifices. The song ends with a reference to the importance of family and the advice of an older generation, suggesting that even when we are following our dreams, we should not forget the people who love and support us.
Line by Line Meaning
His after moan though cries oh no
Despite his enjoyment, he's feeling guilty and anxious about his choices and lifestyle.
He's building up a shine but he take it slow
He's making progress and becoming successful, but he's doing it gradually and cautiously.
And he knows it time to make a change here
He's aware that he needs to switch things up and make some alterations to his current situation.
And time to get away
He needs to take a break from his routine and environment.
And he knows it's time for all the wrong reasons
Despite being aware of the negative aspects of his choices, he's still sticking with them.
And time to end the pain
He's hoping to put an end to the discomfort and negative emotions he's experiencing.
But he sleep all, sleep all day, sleep all, we Sleep all day over again
He spends his days sleeping and relaxing, and he can't seem to break the cycle.
Why don't we?
He's questioning why he and others continue to live this way.
She said what would your mother think and how would your father react oh lord
Someone is questioning the potential disappointment their parents would feel concerning their choices.
Would he take it all back what they've done
The artist is concerned their parents might regret the life they've given or allowed them to live.
No way he said take it, take it and don't break it with your own two hands
The singer's father encouraged them to take control of their own life and not let their parents' opinions influence them too heavily.
That was my old man and he said
The artist is recalling the advice their father gave them.
If all is grounded you should go make a mountain out of it
If everything in life is stable and predictable, it's time to challenge oneself and take risks to achieve something great.
Oh what a lovely day to have a slice of humble pie
It's a good day to be introspective and reflect on one's shortcomings and be willing to improve.
Recalling of the while we used to drive and drive here and there
Remembering fondly the times when they were aimlessly travelling around.
Going nowhere but for us, nowhere but for the two of us
The artist is romanticizing a time when they were spending quality time with someone they care about.
And we knew it was time to take a chance here
The artist recognizes that it's the right time to take a risk and step outside of their comfort zone.
And time to compromise our lives for awhile
It's necessary to make a sacrifice and put their own needs on hold for a while.
And it was time for all the wrong reasons
The decision to take a chance may not be based on the best motives or reasons.
But time is often on my side and I give it to you tonight
Despite the potential for failure, he's willing to try and invest his time into someone or something.
As time goes by we get a little bit tired waking and baked another Marlboro mile wide
As time passes, one becomes more fatigued and resorts to unhealthy crutches like smoking.
It's sending the boys on the run in the time in hot summer sun
The artist is describing a carefree lifestyle where they can do whatever they want.
To swim beneath or over outside as they're reading between the lines
The boys have the freedom to explore and experience life in their own way.
Then they remember the part in the hallmark card where they read about the dreams
They recall sentiments from a greeting card that encourages them to pursue their aspirations.
And reaching for the stars to hold on a little bit closer to
The idea to reach for something high to aspire toward and achieve greatness.
And they knew it was time, time to take a chance here
The boys realize that they're ready to make a bold move and take a risk for the reward of achieving their dreams.
Time to compromise our little lives for just a little while
They're willing to make some sacrifices in order to achieve something important in the long run.
And they knew it was time for all the wrong reasons
Their motivations for taking action may not be the most pure or admirable but they're doing it anyway.
As time is often on my side and I give it to you, oh boy
Despite everything, the artist is ready to take a risk and invest in something or someone in the hopes of success.
And we sleep all, sleep all day, sleep all, we sleep all day over again
They're stuck in a cycle of sleeping and relaxing, and they're having trouble escaping it.
Lyrics © Word Collections Publishing, Goo-Eyed Music
Written by: Jason Thomas Mraz
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