The Cost of Sleep
Skyzoo Lyrics

For the cost of sleep
The price one pays for sleep.

And what it cost to sleep
The cost associated with the act of sleeping.

And should you ever doze
If one were to fall asleep.

The commas in the price tag
The cost is high and includes various expenses.

For the cost of sleep
Reiteration of the price one pays for sleep.

And what it cost to sleep
Reiteration of the cost associated with the act of sleeping.

Long as you never know
Stay ignorant and unaware of the true cost of sleep.

You know all you need
One doesn't need to understand the true cost of sleep to survive.

And knowing alone is for the low and behold
Knowing isn't enough, action needs to be taken to face the cost of sleep.

Low and behold I'm still the soul of the hole
Despite the high cost and difficulties, the artist remains committed to pursuing their goals.

But losing mine to be it, losing eyes to see it
The singer sacrifices parts of themselves to achieve their goals and understand the cost of sleep.

Vision better but who am I to believe it
The artist is doubtful about their own understanding of the cost of sleep.

But its whatever if you decide on sleeping
Choosing to ignore the cost of sleep and its impact is a personal decision and responsibility.

True as Posturepedics, and laying there, listening
A reference to the comfort of Posturepedic mattresses, and how easy it is to fall asleep and ignore the true cost.

The same shit that drove Rich & them
Referencing those who have gone before and have sacrificed to achieve their goals despite the cost.

Dvd stars off of fam going missing and
A reference to the harsh realities of life and the sacrifices people make to achieve success, sometimes at the cost of losing loved ones.

We just see the odds open handed, gripping them, vice city
Despite the odds being against them, the artist and their comrades still hold their ground and fight for their goals.

See we involved from the entrance and
The singer and their comrades have been working hard from the beginning to achieve their goals.

DWI in the car but I'm good on my intentions till them lights get me
The singer is confident in their goals and intentions, even when faced with obstacles and challenges (such as driving while intoxicated).

So pay me now, pay me later, and for yesterday
The cost for pursuing their goals must be paid, whether it is now or later, and for actions taken in the past as well.

Mite nod a little, but I was never late
The artist may have lost focus or gotten tired, but they have never given up or strayed from their goals.

Hurry up and buy
A call to action to pursue one's goals and not waste time.

Like you ain't never wait, you lay down and you levitate
The singer encourages others to act swiftly and confidently, and to feel a sense of weightlessness and satisfaction in accomplishing their goals.

See if the twin mattress could talk the songs that it would harmonize
The comfort and restfulness of a twin mattress is compared to a beautiful and harmonious song.

All the living I was living for the non alive
The singer has sacrificed many experiences that most people would consider important in the pursuit of their goals.

All the bitches that was in it wit they heart in mind
The singer refers to those who have helped them along the way but may have had ulterior motives or desired something in return for their help.

And all the women that was missing when my heart arrived
The singer regrets the women they may have missed out on during their pursuit of their goals.

Pardon I, I was just was on a high
The artist asks for forgiveness for their past mistakes and decisions influenced by their high-minded goals.

Peddler theme music but now I just wanna ride
The artist used to focus on their hustling and making money, but now they just want to live and enjoy life.

And painting it for the Bose
The singer is trying to create music that sounds good and resonates with people when played on high-quality speakers.

You prayed that they car wasn't halted, and now you just praying that they don't doze
The singer recognizes the risks and dangers involved in their pursuit of success, and hopes that those around them do not fall asleep (i.e. lose focus).

Publishing checks and letters from jail
The artist has received monetary success despite periods of incarceration.

Come to me at the same time, that's my regular mail
The artist has become accustomed to receiving payments from various sources, including mail from jail.

Honest, they say the cost of success could weigh out your living
Success may come at a great personal cost and can impact one's life significantly.

But what it cost for that rest will pay out the difference
The rest and recovery one needs to achieve success may be expensive, but it's worth it in the long run.

And what we on is to the left, made to be different
The artist and their comrades are pursuing their goals in an unconventional, non-traditional way.

If we was wrong from the get we'll stay to revisit
If the singer and their comrades were wrong about their goals and approach, they will still stay committed and review their decisions.

Now sing a song for the rep but change up the endings
The singer wants to change the narrative and outcomes for those who come from similar backgrounds and pursue similar goals.

Cuz we put on to the death, may he forgive us
The singer has sacrificed a lot for their goals and asks for forgiveness for any wrongs committed in pursuit of success.

For everything that we can count on
The artist recognizes the many things they can rely on while pursuing their goals.

The overall is getting my amount on
The artist is focused on achieving their financial goals and wants to succeed in that aspect.

Something I can mount on and say that this was worth it
The singer wants something tangible to show for their efforts and sacrifices.

If I should ever doze it just brings me down to perfect
Even if the singer takes a break or rests, they still feel content and fulfilled knowing they have pursued their goals with passion and effort.

Cause me I'm never faded, I made it where he made it
The artist has achieved success and hasn't lost their focus or skills despite any setbacks.

Hope it don't end the same but we get the same payment
The artist hopes to avoid the negatives that may come with success, but is willing to accept the same level of financial gain.

Hope that I get my name scripted in the same cadence
The artist wants their success and legacy to be remembered in the same way as others who have achieved similar goals in a similar way.

Know I be in my ways but I feel like I'm the greatest
The singer recognizes their faults and tendencies, but still feels confident and skilled in their pursuits.