Stay Awake
The Mayries Lyrics
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Don't lie down upon your bed
While the moon drifts in the skies
Stay awake, don't close your eyes
Though the world is fast asleep
Though your pillow's soft and deep
You're not sleepy as you seem
Stay awake, don't nod and dream
The Mayries's song "Stay Awake" is a powerful and emotional ballad that urges the listener to stay alert and remain vigilant. The first two lines command the listener to not rest their head and avoid lying down upon their bed. The powerful imagery of the moon drifting in the skies creates a hypnotic and almost dreamlike atmosphere, which reinforces the need to stay awake and not give in to the allure of sleep. Even though the world is fast asleep, and the listener's pillow is soft and deep, they are not as sleepy as they seem. The repetition of the phrase "Stay awake, don't nod and dream" creates a sense of urgency and warns against drifting off to sleep and losing touch with reality.
The song can be interpreted in various ways, including a warning against complacency and the dangers of not keeping oneself informed, alert, and aware of one's surroundings. It can also be seen as a call to action, urging the listener to stay awake and be more engaged with the world, to not disconnect from other people and the environment.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay awake, don't rest your head
Don't succumb to slumber and lose consciousness
Don't lie down upon your bed
Don't get comfortable in your bed
While the moon drifts in the skies
Even if the moon is shining bright in the sky
Stay awake, don't close your eyes
Don't give in to the temptation to shut your eyes and drift off to sleep
Though the world is fast asleep
Even if everyone else is already asleep and a peaceful hush surrounds you
Though your pillow's soft and deep
Even if your pillow seems like the perfect haven for your tired head
You're not sleepy as you seem
You are not as drowsy as you may think
Stay awake, don't nod and dream
Don't allow yourself to start dozing off and drifting into a dream state
Contributed by Alex L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.