Sleep Tight
Private Line Lyrics


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My girl sleeps so tight
She cannot realize
What a big and wonderful pain inside
I create my new life

Unlike my cigarettes
Burned out from both ends
Remember you said:
“Everything will be fine”

I'll se you in every corner
But I don't mind
You said all the best things
stay alive, you lied

My girl sleeps so tight
She cannot realize
What a big and wonderful pain inside
I create my new life
My girl sleeps so tight
She cannot realize
What a big and wonderful pain inside
I create my new life

You lied yeah yeah
I knew you lied
I knew you lied

Sleep tight tonight
Close your eyes
Tomorrow I'll be gone
And I won't come back for a while
I have to go now
The show is over
Turn off the lights
I hate to say goodbye

My girl sleeps so tight
She cannot realize
What a big and wonderful pain inside




I create my new life
Sleep tight...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Private Line's song "Sleep Tight" convey the mixed emotions of the singer as he watches his girlfriend sleeping soundly. On the one hand, he is enchanted by her peacefulness and vulnerability, but on the other hand, he is tormented by the pain that he is carrying inside. The lyrics suggest that he has created a "new life" for himself, but it is not clear whether this refers to a literal change in his circumstances or a more figurative transformation of his mindset. The singer seems to be haunted by memories of his girlfriend's reassuring words, which he now realizes were false promises. As he prepares to leave her, he bids her goodnight and expresses his regret at having to say goodbye.


The lyrics of "Sleep Tight" are poignant and introspective, conveying a sense of longing and disconnection. The use of symbolism, such as the image of burning cigarettes, adds depth to the lyrics and underscores the theme of impermanence. The song's overall mood is one of melancholy resignation, as the singer confronts the painful truth of his situation.


Line by Line Meaning

My girl sleeps so tight
My partner is sleeping soundly and without disturbance.


She cannot realize
She is unaware of the thoughts and emotions within me.


What a big and wonderful pain inside
I am dealing with intense emotions that bring both joy and sorrow.


I create my new life
I am taking control of my emotions and moving forward with my life.


Unlike my cigarettes
I am different from the things that tend to burn out quickly in my life, such as cigarettes.


Burned out from both ends
The intensity with which I have experienced life has left me feeling depleted and burned out.


Remember you said: “Everything will be fine”
I recall the encouragement and reassurance provided to me by someone I trusted.


I'll see you in every corner
Despite trying to move on, I am constantly reminded of this person wherever I go.


But I don't mind
I am accepting of the fact that they will continue to be present in my thoughts and memories.


You said all the best things
This person had many positive and uplifting things to say to me that helped me through difficult times.


stay alive, you lied
However, their promises proved to be untrue and I am left feeling betrayed and hurt.


You lied yeah yeah
I am fully aware of the fact that they lied to me and it has caused me great pain.


Sleep tight tonight
I wish for the person I am addressing to have a peaceful and uninterrupted night's sleep.


Close your eyes
I encourage them to relax and let go of their worries for the night.


Tomorrow I'll be gone
I am planning to leave and not see them again for some time.


And I won't come back for a while
I do not have any plans to return soon and am uncertain of when I will be back.


I have to go now
It is necessary for me to leave at this time.


The show is over
Whatever we had is now finished and it is time to move on.


Turn off the lights
I am requesting for the lights to be turned off, symbolizing the end of this chapter in my life.


I hate to say goodbye
It is difficult for me to say farewell, but it is necessary.


Sleep tight...
I wish once again for them to have a restful sleep.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ELIAS LOGREN, ILARI JUHANA HEINAAHO, JUHA SAMULI JAKONEN, JUHA TAPANI KINNUNEN, SAMI PEKKA AALTONEN

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