Sleeping Dreaming
Steppenwolf Lyrics


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Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you
Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you
...thinking of a situation, a contemplating whether white is black or black is white... uh all the people just a...
Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you, ya ya

Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Steppenwolf's "Sleeping Dreaming" are filled with a sense of nostalgia and longing for love. The repetition of the phrase "Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you" highlights the deep desire the singer feels for their beloved. The lyrics also suggest that the singer is struggling with a difficult decision, as they contemplate whether "white is black or black is white." This line might suggest that the singer is trying to understand the complexity of their emotions and their relationship, struggling to make sense of something that seems contradictory or confusing.


The overall feeling of the song is one of introspection and emotional turmoil, as the singer struggles to understand their own feelings and desires. The repetition of the phrase "ya ya" at the end of each verse adds to the haunting and dreamlike quality of the song, creating a sense of distance and separation from the rest of the world.


Overall, "Sleeping Dreaming" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the deep longing and confusion that can arise in matters of the heart.


Line by Line Meaning

Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you
The act of sleeping, dreaming and loving someone simultaneously


Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you
Continuing to sleep, dream and love the same person


...thinking of a situation, a contemplating whether white is black or black is white... uh all the people just a...
Reflecting on a situation, pondering whether something is right or wrong while observing others doing the same


Sleeping and a Dreaming and a Lovin' you, ya ya
Continuing to sleep, dream and love the same person with enthusiasm




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