Sleep
Slow Warm Death Lyrics


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And when I sleep I use my...
And when I dream I use the...
When you come near
Come near
I feel okay.

And when I cry I use my...
And when I die I'll use my...
When you come near
Come near
I feel okay.

Near, come near.
Come near
Come near
Come near
Come near





I feel okay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Slow Warm Death's song Sleep evoke a sense of vulnerability and dependency on the presence of someone else. The singer uses sleep and dreams as a way to escape and cope with their emotions, but only feel truly comfortable and at ease when this person is nearby. The repetition of "come near" emphasizes the importance of this person's presence and how it acts as a source of reassurance for the singer.


The second half of the song takes on a more morbid tone, with the singer acknowledging their own mortality and the inevitability of death. However, even in death, the singer feels a sense of comfort in knowing that they will still have the ability to use their tears to express themselves, potentially highlighting the importance of emotional release and vulnerability in life.


Overall, the lyrics suggest a complex relationship dynamic where the singer relies heavily on this person for emotional support, but also acknowledges the fragility of life and the inevitability of death.


Line by Line Meaning

And when I sleep I use my...
My sleep is an escape from reality; a temporary refuge from the struggles of everyday life.


And when I dream I use the...
My dreams offer a brief reprieve from the burdens of my waking existence, allowing me to explore countless possibilities and scenarios.


When you come near
Your proximity provides me with a sense of comfort and safety, lifting me from the depths of loneliness and despair.


Come near
I yearn for your company and the solace that it brings - please do not be distant.


I feel okay.
Amidst the chaos of life, when everything else seems uncertain and unstable - the comfort I find in the mere presence of another being is enough to make me feel okay, if only for a fleeting moment.


And when I cry I use my...
Tears are a release valve for emotions that can become overbearing - a way to channel and express feelings of sadness or frustration that might otherwise consume me.


And when I die I'll use my...
Death is the ultimate escape, a final repose from the demands of life. When I pass, I will use this opportunity to relinquish the strife of the mortal world and relinquish myself to the unknown.


Near, come near.
The vacuum created by the lack of your presence can become unbearable for me - I yearn for the security and comfort of your embrace.


Come near
Please do not stay distant - allow me the sanctuary of your companionship.


Come near
My craving for your company and support is profound; please do not elude me.


Come near
I am clinging to the vestiges of hope that your presence can offer - please do not be too far away from me.


Come near
Amidst the cacophony of existence, your being is a reassuring presence, and therefore your closeness is vital to my wellbeing.


I feel okay.
In your proximity, whether physical or emotional, my mind is soothed, and I am able to find the stability and contentment that often eludes me elsewhere.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@JuJuTehVlogger

The way that I sleep
I use my whole life
-
The way that I dream
I use the whole night
-
When you come to me
Come to me
I feel okay
-
-
-
When I cry
I use my whole eyes
When I cry
I use my whole eyes
-
When you come to me
Call me
I feel okay
Feel okay



All comments from YouTube:

@bloobloobleebloop

omg i've been trying to think of this band's name to find this song forever and it finally hit me hoorah

@Aelea3000

Extremely underrated

@greatnamedude

i might die but it sounds good

@fadoodle100

Underrated

@brendacx6100

i love this

@JuJuTehVlogger

The way that I sleep
I use my whole life
-
The way that I dream
I use the whole night
-
When you come to me
Come to me
I feel okay
-
-
-
When I cry
I use my whole eyes
When I cry
I use my whole eyes
-
When you come to me
Call me
I feel okay
Feel okay

@isabelapacheco5324

geez <3

@SamsoTvChannel

blackout take me here, it is great

@masudore

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@AkatoshMount

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