When You Sleep
John ft Azrail Noir Lyrics


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Well it's 9 pm, four hours of overtime
I'm not working my way up the corporate ladder
Just a hard hat on the line, I'm just a hard hat on the line
Well I'm dog tired and draggin
But I'm gettin my second wind
These boots were made for dancin
And kickin back with friends
Loadin dock, punch the clock
Crank the truck, kickin dust
Gonna paint th whole town red
I ought to put these tired old bones to bed
But I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead

Time's way too short
They ain't makin anymore
I'm havin fun
My workin day is done
I ought to put these tired bones to bed
But I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead

I know a place that's open all night
They got a sawdust floor and flashing neon light
They got a flashing neon light
they got a flashing neon light
They know me cause I'm sure there a lot
And nobody takes my favorite parking spot

Loadin dock, punch the clock
Crank the truck, kickin dust
Gonna paint the whole town red
I ought to put these tired old bones to bed
But I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead

Time's way too short
They ain't makin anymore
I'm havin fun
My working day is done

Time's way too short
They ain't makin anymore
I'm havin fun
My workin day is done
I ought to put these tired bones to bed
But I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead

I ought to put these tired old bones to bed
But I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead
I ought to put these tired old bones to bed
But I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead
I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead
I'm livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead
Livin it up
Livin it up




Livin it up
I can sleep when I'm dead

Overall Meaning

The song "When You Sleep" by John ft Azrail Noir is an upbeat anthem about living life to the fullest and enjoying the moments we have while we can. The lyrics describe a hard-working individual who has just finished a long day of overtime on the job, but instead of going home to rest, they are determined to have a good time with their friends. They plan to go out and "paint the town red", ignoring their exhaustion and declaring that they can sleep when they're dead. The song includes descriptions of their adventures, including visiting a late-night establishment with a sawdust floor and flashing neon lights, a place where they are known and respected.


The lyrics of "When You Sleep" are a commentary on the value of living in the moment and making the most out of each day. The singer of the song is shown to be working hard and putting the time in to make a living, but also recognizes the importance of having fun and enjoying time with others. While it may be tempting to stay home and rest, they choose to go out and make memories, knowing that life is short and that opportunities to do so are limited.


Overall, "When You Sleep" is a feel-good song that encourages listeners to let loose and enjoy the moments they have while they can. The song highlights the importance of living life to the fullest and cherishing the experiences that make life worth living.


Line by Line Meaning

Well it's 9 pm, four hours of overtime
I have worked extra hours today and it's quite late


I'm not working my way up the corporate ladder
I don't have a fancy job title, just a laborer


Just a hard hat on the line, I'm just a hard hat on the line
I'm just one of the workers on the line with my hard hat on


Well I'm dog tired and draggin
I am exhausted and my body feels heavy


But I'm gettin my second wind
But I'm starting to feel a renewed sense of energy


These boots were made for dancin
My boots aren't just for work, they are for fun too


And kickin back with friends
And relaxing with my buddies


Loadin dock, punch the clock
I'm finishing up work at the loading dock and clocking out


Crank the truck, kickin dust
I'm starting my truck and kicking up dust on my way out


Gonna paint th whole town red
I plan to have a wild night on the town


I ought to put these tired old bones to bed
I really should get some rest


But I'm livin it up
But I'm having too much fun to stop now


I can sleep when I'm dead
I'll rest later, right now I want to enjoy my life


Time's way too short
Life is too brief to waste on just work and sleep


They ain't makin anymore
We can't make more time, so we have to make the best use of what we have


I'm havin fun
I am enjoying myself


My workin day is done
I have finished my work shift


I know a place that's open all night
I have a favorite spot that stays open late


They got a sawdust floor and flashing neon light
The place has a unique decor with sawdust on the floor and neon lights


They got a flashing neon light
The neon light is a prominent feature of the establishment


they got a flashing neon light
The establishment has more than one neon light


They know me cause I'm sure there a lot
The staff knows me well because I frequent there often


And nobody takes my favorite parking spot
I have a go-to parking spot that nobody else takes


I'm livin it up
I'm having a great time


I can sleep when I'm dead
I'll have plenty of time to sleep when I'm older


Livin it up
Enjoying life to the fullest


Livin it up
Having the time of my life


Livin it up
Making the most of the moment


I can sleep when I'm dead
I won't worry about sleeping right now, I'm busy having fun




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