Sleep
Kel Lyrics


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You were rain that kept me awake
Seeping through worn out hood and tired shoes
You told me, "Don't sleep."
Then you were wind and I was a leaf
falling but you caught me, I followed your lead
You told me, "Don't sleep."
I couldn't sleep
Don't sleep

Then you were quiet, said nothing at all
Maybe you lost my name somewhere in the paperwork
Or are you asleep, are you asleep?
Don't sleep
Don't sleep

And if you're not asleep
'Cause you're up there somewhere sitting back just listening
But you won't speak
And you say that it's all for the best 'cause you know me
Do you know me?
Do you know me?
Or are you asleep, are you asleep?
Don't sleep
Don't sleep
Oooooooooh




(Sleep)
(Sleep)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kel's song Sleep depict a sense of uncertainty and instability in a relationship. The first verse describes the presence of the other person as rain that keeps the singer awake, indicating that their presence is distracting or disruptive. However, despite this, the other person tells the singer not to sleep, potentially referring to a desire to stay up and talk or engage with the singer further. In the second verse, the other person becomes quiet and distant, perhaps indicating a break in communication or a shift in the dynamic of the relationship. The repeated refrain of "Don't sleep" seems to suggest a fear of loss or abandonment, and a desire to hold onto what little connection remains between the two individuals. The final lines of the song are particularly poignant, as they imply that the other person may be listening but not responding, indicating a lack of closure or resolution.


Overall, the lyrics seem to convey a sense of longing and melancholy, with a focus on the fragility of human connection and the potential for relationships to fall apart. The use of natural imagery, such as rain and wind, adds a poetic quality to the lyrics, emphasizing the emotional weight of the words.


Some possible interpretations of the song include a relationship that is falling apart due to distance or lack of communication, a person struggling to hold onto a fading connection with a loved one, or a sense of betrayal or abandonment. Regardless of the specific context, the emotions of sadness, longing, and uncertainty are universal and relatable.


Line by Line Meaning

You were rain that kept me awake
Your presence felt like a disturbance that didn't let me rest.


Seeping through worn out hood and tired shoes
Your impact was so intense that it penetrated through my exterior barriers.


You told me, "Don't sleep."
You convinced me to stay alert and stay aware of our connection.


Then you were wind and I was a leaf
You took control and I was left with no choice but to follow wherever you went next.


falling but you caught me, I followed your lead
I let myself be vulnerable with you, put down my guard and trusted you to guide me.


I couldn't sleep
Being around you consumed my mind and didn't let me rest.


Then you were quiet, said nothing at all
You suddenly withdrew and didn't communicate with me anymore.


Maybe you lost my name somewhere in the paperwork
You forgot about me and the connection we shared amidst other tasks and distractions.


Or are you asleep, are you asleep?
Or did you just become apathetic and indifferent towards our bond?


And if you're not asleep
If that's not the case and you're still awake to our connection,


'Cause you're up there somewhere sitting back just listening
You silently observe and listen to everything.


But you won't speak
But you won't voice out how you feel or intend to respond.


And you say that it's all for the best 'cause you know me
You justify your behavior by claiming it's what's best for both of us since you understand me.


Do you know me?
But do you really understand me and my needs?


Or are you asleep, are you asleep?
Or are you just completely disregarding our connection and need for communication?


Don't sleep
Don't forget about our bond and the importance of open communication.


Don't sleep
Don't let our connection fade away into apathy and indifference.


Oooooooooh
Emotional exclamation that represents the depth of the situation.


(Sleep)
Repetition of the word 'sleep' as an emphasis of its importance.


(Sleep)
Echoing repetition of the same emphasis.




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Nya

I just found your channel last night after trying multiple different ASMR channels over a few weeks and this is the channel that actually made me fall asleep! Your videos are
So calming ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’™โค๏ธ

Joakim Hustad

Imo it's one of the best asmr channels out there! :D

Pidoxxx

I honestly have never finished one of your videos as it is so relaxing and knocks me off to sleep within the first 3mins. Thank your for always delivering ๐Ÿ™ much love from Fiji ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ’œ

ASMR BEATS

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Traveling Man

Kel's voice at a whisper is very relaxing. Lots of soothing triggers in this video too. Excellent ASMR.

J M

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you are the only person who can get me to fall asleep at anytime of the day that is how good your asmr is your the best!!!

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