Sleeping In
The Postal Service Lyrics
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where everything was exactly how it seemed
where there was never any mystery
of who shot John F Kennedy
It was just a man with something to prove,
slightly bored and severely confused
He steadied his rifle with his target in the center
and became famous on that day in November
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Again last night I had that strange dream
where everything was exactly how it seemed
concerns about the world getting warmer
people thought that they were just being rewarded
for treating others as they'd like to be treated
for obeying stop signs and curing diseases
for mailing letters with the address of the sender
Now we can swim any day in November
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in (Now we can swim any day in November)
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping
The Postal Service's song "Sleeping In" is a dreamy, nostalgic ode to a simpler time, with lyrics that touch on themes of confusion, fame, and the desire for escape. The opening lines paint a picture of an idyllic world, where everything is exactly as it seems and there are no mysteries to solve. However, this perfect world is quickly shattered by the mention of John F. Kennedy's assassination, which serves as a reminder of the darker forces at play in the world.
The verses that follow continue to explore themes of disillusionment and confusion. The second verse touches on the topic of climate change, with people embracing the idea that the world is getting warmer as a reward for their good behavior. The lyrics then shift to more personal actions, like obeying stop signs and mailing letters, which are presented as equally important in the grand scheme of things.
Throughout the song, the lyrics are accompanied by dreamy, ethereal instrumentation that adds to the overall feeling of nostalgia and longing. The chorus, in particular, is a standout moment, with its repeated refrain of "Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in" serving as a plea for temporary escape from the complexities of the modern world.
Overall, "Sleeping In" is a beautifully crafted song that speaks to the universal desire for simplicity and escape. Its dreamlike quality and nostalgic themes make it a standout track that is sure to resonate with listeners of all ages.
Line by Line Meaning
Last week I had the strangest dream
I had a surreal dream last week.
where everything was exactly how it seemed
In my dream, my reality was precisely as it appears.
where there was never any mystery
In my dream, everything was clear.
of who shot John F Kennedy
There was no secret or ambiguity about the culprit in the assassination of JFK.
It was just a man with something to prove,
The killer had a motive for his actions.
slightly bored and severely confused
The killer was disoriented and restless.
He steadied his rifle with his target in the center
The killer aimed his weapon before firing.
and became famous on that day in November
The assassination made him known worldwide.
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Please don't disturb me, I want to sleep longer.
Again last night I had that strange dream
I had that surreal dream again last night.
where everything was exactly how it seemed
My reality in the dream was accurate.
concerns about the world getting warmer
There was anxiety in the dream around an increase in global temperature.
people thought that they were just being rewarded
People believed they were being compensated for their good behavior.
for treating others as they'd like to be treated
Individuals are praised for treating others with kindness.
for obeying stop signs and curing diseases
People were awarded for obeying traffic rules and finding medical cures.
for mailing letters with the address of the sender
Postal delivery was fast and efficient in the dream world.
Now we can swim any day in November
Now, we can do things that seem impossible.
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in (Now we can swim any day in November)
Please let me keep sleeping because anything can happen in my dreams.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER GENTRY, JOHN HUTCHINSON DEAN, MATTHEW EVERITT, SIMON IAN WHITE, STUART BLACK
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@thommorgan3238
Last week I had the strangest dream
where everything was exactly how it seemed
where there was never any mystery
of who shot John F Kennedy
It was just a man with something to prove,
slightly bored and severely confused
He steadied his rifle with his target in the center
and became famous on that day in November
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Again last night I had that strange dream
where everything was exactly how it seemed
concerns about the world getting warmer
people thought that they were just being rewarded
for treating others as they'd like to be treated
for obeying stop signs and curing diseases
for mailing letters with the address of the sender
Now we can swim any day in November
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in (Now we can swim any day in November)
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping in
Don't wake me, I plan on sleeping
@007punkrawker
R.I.P. the Dinosaurs. Can't believe its 65 million years already. Always in my thoughts.
@rex2race
007punkrawker lmao
@dillypickles94
007punkrawker I cri evrytiem 😢
@davidpittet1989
Wow
@blisterpacman
lol you believe in dinosaurs? I bet you believe in ghost and aliens too
@KawaiiKittyKat79
They never died, they are just sleeping in.
@_Wakaz_
Honestly, this is the best song about depression of all time for me. I'd go as far to say this is the official Depression Anthem. Emotionally triumphant even in the sensitive, quiet, solemn loneliness. Yes, it's anthemic, and beautifully so.
@deagle2yadome696
Now we can swim any day in November...
@bryanmonear5966
This song has hit me like no other song has ever. I'm 52 years old. I can't believe that I heard this song two days ago and it's already my favorite song ever!
@alexandriapassarilla2879
Then you should listen to the band group love. Tongue tied song.