I'm So Tired
The Beatles Lyrics
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I'm so tired, my mind is on the blink
I wonder should I get up and fix myself a drink
No, no, no
I'm so tired, I don't know what to do
I'm so tired, my mind is set on you
I wonder should I call you but I know what you would do
You'd say I'm putting you on
But it's no joke, it's doing me harm
You know I can't sleep, I can't stop my brain
You know it's three weeks, I'm going insane
You know I'd give you everything I've got
For a little peace of mind
I'm so tired, I'm feeling so upset
Although I'm so tired, I'll have another cigarette
And curse Sir Walter Raleigh
He was such a stupid get
You'd say I'm putting you on
But it's no joke, it's doing me harm
You know I can't sleep, I can't stop my brain
You know it's three weeks, I'm going insane
You know I'd give you everything I've got
For a little peace of mind
I'd give you everything I've got
For a little peace of mind
I'd give you everything I've got
For a little peace of mind
The Beatles' song "I'm So Tired" is a culmination of John Lennon's sleepless nights due to the band's hectic touring schedule in the 1960s. The lyrics depict a restless and agitated state of mind and convey Lennon's inability to obtain any peace of mind. The opening lines "I'm so tired, I haven't slept a wink / I'm so tired, my mind is on the blink" reveal the exhaustion and desperation that he was experiencing.
The second verse of the song shows Lennon's yearning for a significant other's attention as he contemplates whether to call them or not. However, his doubts prevent him from doing so as he is convinced that they will believe he is playing a joke on them. The line "You'd say I'm putting you on / But it's no joke, it's doing me harm" reveals the disconnect between his present condition and the perception of others towards it.
The song ends with Lennon's frustration expressed through his disdain for Sir Walter Raleigh as he curses him for bringing tobacco to England, ending with Lennon's proclamation to give everything he has for a little peace of mind. Overall, "I'm So Tired" serves as an honest portrayal of a state of mind that is relatable to many, conveying the universal theme of the desire for rest and a peaceful mind.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so tired, I haven't slept a wink
I haven't slept at all and I am physically and mentally exhausted.
I'm so tired, my mind is on the blink
My mind is not functioning properly due to the lack of sleep.
I wonder should I get up and fix myself a drink
I am considering getting up to drink to help me relax, but ultimately decide against it.
No, no, no
I ultimately decide against getting a drink.
I'm so tired, I don't know what to do
Due to my exhaustion, I am unsure of what actions to take.
I'm so tired, my mind is set on you
Despite being tired, my mind is preoccupied with thoughts of you.
I wonder should I call you but I know what you would do
I am considering calling you, but am afraid of your reaction.
You'd say I'm putting you on
You would accuse me of joking.
But it's no joke, it's doing me harm
My lack of sleep is seriously affecting me.
You know I can't sleep, I can't stop my brain
I am unable to sleep and my mind is constantly active.
You know it's three weeks, I'm going insane
I have been unable to sleep for three weeks, causing me to feel like I am losing my mind.
You know I'd give you everything I've got
I am willing to give you everything I have.
For a little peace of mind
In exchange for some relief from my mental turmoil.
I'm so tired, I'm feeling so upset
My exhaustion is causing me to feel emotional and unhappy.
Although I'm so tired, I'll have another cigarette
Despite being tired, I will have another cigarette to help me relax.
And curse Sir Walter Raleigh
I am frustrated and annoyed, and am metaphorically cursing the historical figure Sir Walter Raleigh.
He was such a stupid get
I am calling Sir Walter Raleigh a foolish person.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
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