After self-releasing their debut extended play (EP) One in 2016, the band signed with Basick Records and issued a follow-up, Two, the next year. The group later signed with Spinefarm Records and released their debut full-length album Sundowning in 2019, which was followed in 2021 by This Place Will Become Your Tomb. A third album, Take Me Back to Eden, was released in May 2023.
Since the release of Take Me Back To Eden, the group has seen massive growth in its global popularity; surpassing over 3 million active listeners on Spotify and announcing a major world tour for 2024 including venues such as Radio City Music Hall and Red Rocks Amphitheater. The group has also signed a record deal with RCA Records, showing their desire to continue building on their newfound global success by bringing their music to a wider audience.
Discography:
One (EP) - 2nd December 2016
Two (EP) - 21st July 2017
Sundowning (Album) - 21st November 2019
This Place Will Become Your Tomb (Album) - 24th September 2021
Take Me Back to Eden (Album) - 19th May 2023
Shelter
Sleep Token Lyrics
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You don't take signs from God
And when you can't swallow your demons
You become starving
Darling, I'm noticing your flaws
They're exactly what I want
Even if you won't believe me know it
I can tell you gather up all of my demons
You become starving
Darling, I'm noticing my flaws
And I'm matching them with yours
Won't you take me where you're going
This time
And no matter the cost of rain
I will shelter you all the same
And no matter the cost of rain
I will shelter you all the same
And now and then I notice you laughing
Laughing at perfect death
Then you change, suddenly hollow
You become starving
Darling, we must have met before
Though I could not say for sure if
We knew what we were in for
And no matter the cost of rain, woah
I will shelter you all the same
And no matter the cost of rain
I will shelter you all the same, yeah
And no matter the cost of rain
I will shelter you all the same, woah
And no matter the cost of rain
I will shelter you all the same
Sleep Token's song "Shelter" speaks about being present for someone through the ups and downs, even when they may not realize they need help. The song uses the metaphor of rain to represent difficult times and demons, and encourages the listener to seek shelter when it's needed. The lyrics suggest that when we face hard times, we should remember that we are not alone. There is someone in our lives who is willing to be there for us, even if we don't recognize it. The song also touches on the idea of imperfection, and how flaws can actually bring people closer together.
The first verse of the song describes someone who doesn't seek shelter when it rains, or signs from God when they need guidance. The focus then shifts to the second person, who is noticing the flaws of the first person and finding comfort in them. The second verse flips the roles, with the second person now noticing their own flaws and matching them with the first person's. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the repetition of the chorus affirming that no matter the cost of rain, the singer will shelter the listener all the same.
Overall, "Shelter" provides a comforting message about finding support in others and facing difficult moments together. The metaphor of rain and shelter adds a poetic and emotional depth to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
When it rains, you don't take shelter
You don't always seek protection from bad situations.
You don't take signs from God
You don't always recognize messages from a higher power.
And when you can't swallow your demons
When you can't deal with your inner conflicts.
You become starving
You feel a sense of emptiness and craving.
Darling, I'm noticing your flaws
I see your imperfections and find them attractive.
They're exactly what I want
Your flaws make you the perfect match for me.
Even if you won't believe me know it
Even if you doubt my sincerity, it's still true.
And as you become part of my waking rituals
As you become a recurring part of my life.
I can tell you gather up all of my demons
You are able to help me deal with my own inner conflicts.
Darling, I'm noticing my flaws
I'm aware of my own imperfections.
And I'm matching them with yours
I see that we have similar flaws and it brings us closer together.
Won't you take me where you're going
Can we go on this journey together?
And no matter the cost of rain
No matter how difficult life becomes.
I will shelter you all the same
I will be there to provide comfort and protection.
And now and then I notice you laughing
Sometimes I see you happy and carefree.
Laughing at perfect death
Laughing in the face of danger or mortality.
Then you change, suddenly hollow
But then you become empty and depressed.
Darling, we must have met before
It feels like we have a deeper connection from the past.
Though I could not say for sure if
I'm not completely certain.
We knew what we were in for
We were aware of the challenges we would face together.
Lyrics © SENTRIC MUSIC
Written by: Vessel
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