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Debut EP 'Everything, All At Once' out February 11!
Music is about connecting with people, and that's what we focus on more than anything else. We're a band that expresses honesty, and individuality in our music, drawing inspirations from bands such as Yellowcard, Saves The Day, Brand New, Fall Out Boy, and the collective music scenes we all grew up in from Massachusetts, Georgia, Ohio, Michigan, Maine, and Illinois. Our collective influences allow us to create music that has it's own distinct sound. We combine a high energy live show with lyrics that resonate with the experiences of our fans.
We recorded our debut EP 'Everything, All At Once' at Gravity Studios in Chicago (Fall Out Boy, Rise Against). Mixed and mastered by Paul Leavitt (All Time Low, Senses Fail). Pick it up February 11!
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memorial day
Sleep On It Lyrics
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I'm not proud of my pride, I fell short every time
I keep trying to be half the man my father was, but all I feel is fear
I want to be remembered for something that inspires
I can′t shake feeling like I'd fix it all if I could write that perfect song
In the key that your heart plays, minor chords in major phrase
But I'm not sure if I really think that I deserve the love I found inside
So just take your hands and bury them inside of my arms
Come fall apart
Came down from the cloud that I've been sitting on to finally feel the rain
I called home to my family, I found warmth, found stability
Maybe we′re just all a little tired and trying to feel okay
With the world on our shoulders, each year getting older
So just take your hands and bury them inside of my arms
Come fall apart
In this song, Sleep On It explores the emotions and reflections that come with the commemoration of Memorial Day. The singer talks about the bitterness of looking back at his shortcomings and his fear of not measuring up to his father's legacy. He also expresses a desire to be remembered for something that inspires others. The chorus is a plea to his loved one to seek comfort in his embrace as he too struggles to accept and move on from past hurts.
The artist uses music and songwriting as an escape from his regret and desires. He acknowledges the power of music in the lines, "I can′t shake feeling like I'd fix it all if I could write that perfect song. In the key that your heart plays, minor chords in major phrase." But he is aware that no song can truly fix what he is going through. He also grapples with conflicting emotions towards someone he misses but doesn't want to go back to. The line "God damn I still miss you, but god damn I don’t want to" captures this feeling succinctly.
In the second verse, there is a shift towards finding comfort in family and home. The lyrics suggest weariness and the struggle to stay afloat as we grow older. The line "each year getting older" is particularly poignant because it highlights how time keeps moving despite our difficulties. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that sometimes all one needs to cope is the warmth and security of another's embrace.
Line by Line Meaning
Headfirst into holidays, a bitter taste of who I’ve been this year
I dove into the holiday season without much thought and looking back, I don't love the person I became this year.
I'm not proud of my pride, I fell short every time
I let my ego get in the way of doing the right thing and as a result, I failed time and time again.
I keep trying to be half the man my father was, but all I feel is fear
I aspire to be like my father who is a great man, but I struggle with feelings of inadequacy and fear that I won't measure up.
I want to be remembered for something that inspires
Ultimately, I hope to leave a lasting impact on the world by doing something that inspires others.
I can’t shake feeling like I’d fix it all if I could write that perfect song
I have a tendency to believe that music can solve all of my problems and make everything right again.
In the key that your heart plays, minor chords in major phrase
I long to write a song that speaks to you on a deep level, even if the music is somewhat melancholy.
But I’m not sure if I really think that I deserve the love I found inside
I struggle with feelings of self-worth and sometimes wonder if I'm truly deserving of the love I receive from others.
‘Cause god damn I still miss you, but god damn I don’t want to
I still have strong feelings for you, but at the same time, I'm not sure if I want to deal with the pain that comes with it.
So just take your hands and bury them inside of my arms
I'm offering comfort and support to someone who is hurting or struggling.
Come fall apart
Sometimes it's okay to let your guard down and fall apart. It's a necessary part of healing and growth.
Came down from the cloud that I’ve been sitting on to finally feel the rain
I finally came back down to reality and was able to face my problems and emotions head-on.
I called home to my family, I found warmth, found stability
I reached out to my family for support and found comfort and stability in their love and care.
Maybe we’re just all a little tired and trying to feel okay
We're all human and sometimes we just get tired of struggling. All we want is to feel okay and be happy.
With the world on our shoulders, each year getting older
As we age, the weight of the world seems to get heavier and the stresses of life pile up.
Contributed by Lila S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Dangerfield
this band was the perfect fit for his voice I've loved every thing you guys have put out so far its all so beautiful and I can't explain it but its so passionate and real keep up the great work guys seriously one of the best bands I've ever heard ever
WhenCookiesFly
This is such a beautiful song! Great work, Sleep On It. :)
SleepOnItBand
Thanks :-)
Bella
this band is going places. everything they've put out has been amazing, not to mention they're fantastic live. can't wait to see what the future holds for these guys.
Rama Setyawan
i can't stop playing this song fr, this is a masterpiece
Taylar Davis
This band is so amazing and talented!!! They are one of my new favorites ever since I got to see them live last weekend!!
Ghost Lungs
holy shit I'm still so in love with this band, you have only gotten better and I'm so glad to see what the future holds for you
Caliban
This is awesome! So happy to see new music from you guys, keep it coming!
Jarrod Doern
how does this only have 15,000 views??? absolutely amazing. lyrics really hit home....
xyphon123
goosebumps every time at (Headfirst into holidays, a bitter taste) and the heavier sound after that, Amazing!