Asleep
States Lyrics


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I can't stand to see your eyes when they're aiming at the floor,
But the worst is knowing I'm the reason for your bitter heart.
And with my head in my hands,
I'm thinking of the things I've done so wrong
Though it's what I deserve, never take the melody from my song.

'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
That I listen for to brighten up the dark
That's been romancing and keeping us asleep

So now the quiet came around, found a soul muted deeper than its own
And all his luggage piled in the room,
he knows he's gonna have to stay for a while
And with my feet on the ground,
I wonder how I'm gonna escape from the flood
Though it's what I deserve, I never want to have to decide to give up

'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
That I listen for to brighten up the dark




That's been romancing and keeping us asleep
While everything is wandering away from our reality

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of States's song "Asleep" convey a sense of regret and self-awareness. The singer expresses their inability to face the pain they have caused to someone they care about. They cannot bear to see the other person's eyes when they are filled with sadness and directed towards the floor. The singer understands that they are responsible for the bitterness in the other person's heart.


The chorus of the song highlights the power that the other person holds over them. The person they have hurt acts as a lullaby, bringing comfort and solace to the singer amidst the tragedy and darkness of their actions. This person's presence has been soothing and has kept them oblivious to the harsh realities they should confront.


In the second verse, the singer describes how the atmosphere around them has become quiet. They meet someone else who carries a burden even heavier than their own. This new acquaintance finds solace in the room they share, knowing they will have to stay there for a while. The singer, on the other hand, contemplates how they will escape from the flood of emotions and consequences they have brought upon themselves. Despite acknowledging that they deserve the consequences, they still refuse to make the choice to give up.


The final line suggests that while everything around them seems to be drifting away from reality, the lullaby provided by the person they have hurt still keeps them unaware of the truth.


Overall, "Asleep" portrays a bittersweet reflection on the singer's guilt and the role that another person plays in keeping them ignorant of their own mistakes. It explores themes of self-deception, the power of emotions, and the complexity of human relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't stand to see your eyes when they're aiming at the floor
I feel extremely uncomfortable when I see your eyes looking down in sadness or shame


But the worst is knowing I'm the reason for your bitter heart
The most painful thing is realizing that my actions or behavior caused your heart to become filled with bitterness


And with my head in my hands, I'm thinking of the things I've done so wrong
I am deeply regretful and reflecting upon all the mistakes I have made


Though it's what I deserve, never take the melody from my song
Despite feeling that I deserve punishment, please don't strip away the joy and beauty in my life


'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
You are like a comforting and soothing melody that accompanies me through difficult and painful experiences


That I listen for to brighten up the dark
I rely on your presence to bring light and hope to my life, especially during times of darkness


That's been romancing and keeping us asleep
Our relationship has been allowing us to escape from reality and remain in a state of obliviousness


So now the quiet came around, found a soul muted deeper than its own
Now, the silence has arrived and discovered a soul that is even more silent and withdrawn than itself


And all his luggage piled in the room, he knows he's gonna have to stay for a while
With all his emotional baggage accumulated in one place, he realizes that he will need to endure this difficult period for a considerable amount of time


And with my feet on the ground, I wonder how I'm gonna escape from the flood
As I firmly plant my feet on the ground, I contemplate how I will overcome the overwhelming emotional turmoil that I am facing


Though it's what I deserve, I never want to have to decide to give up
Even though I may deserve suffering or consequences for my actions, I never want to reach a point where I have to choose to surrender or give up


While everything is wandering away from our reality
As everything seems to be drifting further away from our shared reality, becoming distant and detached




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Bryan Laurenson, Dean Lorenz, Jonathan Bucklew, Melinda White, Stephen Laurenson

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

bonitoFlakes

I can't stand to see your eyes when they're aiming at the floor
But the worst is knowing I'm the reason for your bitter heart
And with my head in my hands, I'm thinking of the things I've done so wrong
Though it's what I deserve, never take the melody from my song

'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
That I listen for to brighten up the dark
That's been romancing and keeping us asleep

So now the quiet came around, found a soul muted deeper than its own
And all his luggage piled in the room, he knows he's gonna have to stay for a while
And with my feet on the ground, I wonder how I'm gonna escape from the flood
Though it's what I deserve, I never want to have to decide to give up

'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
That I listen for to brighten up the dark
That's been romancing and keeping us asleep
While everything is wandering away from our reality



All comments from YouTube:

JamesMarsh_Music

This is beautiful. Can't wait to see them tonight.

lisa hellfritsch

this song is so beautiful <3

bonitoFlakes

I can't stand to see your eyes when they're aiming at the floor
But the worst is knowing I'm the reason for your bitter heart
And with my head in my hands, I'm thinking of the things I've done so wrong
Though it's what I deserve, never take the melody from my song

'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
That I listen for to brighten up the dark
That's been romancing and keeping us asleep

So now the quiet came around, found a soul muted deeper than its own
And all his luggage piled in the room, he knows he's gonna have to stay for a while
And with my feet on the ground, I wonder how I'm gonna escape from the flood
Though it's what I deserve, I never want to have to decide to give up

'Cause you're a lullaby playing through the tragedy
That I listen for to brighten up the dark
That's been romancing and keeping us asleep
While everything is wandering away from our reality

MetryxAZ

Will forever be one of muy all time favorite bands <3

jaaakkke

so i found out about them cus they're playing with circa survive and i love them! sooo gooooooood! :)

Mateo

This song has always given me peace :)

bigmancp9221

This sounds like a soundtrack to the night sky.

Amanda Pierce

Youre a lullaby playing thru the tragedy. 3

J. Jamie Sun Day

Sounds great.

spacecake

the heart remembers </3

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