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Lyrics of I'm Only Sleeping - Remastered 2009 by The Beatles
verse
When I wake up early in the morning
Lift my head, I′m still yawning
When I'm in the middle of a dream
Stay in bed, float up stream (float up stream)
chorus
Please, don′t wake me (ooh-ooh)
No, don't shake me (ooh)
Leave me where I am, I'm only sleeping (ooh-ooh)
verse
Everybody seems to think I′m lazy
I don′t mind, I think they're crazy
Running everywhere at such a speed
′Til they find there's no need (there′s no need)
chorus
Please, don't spoil my day (ooh)
I′m miles away (ooh)
And after all, I'm only sleeping (ooh-ooh)
verse
Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
Taking my time
Lying there and staring at the ceiling
Waiting for a sleepy feeling
chorus
Please, don't spoil my day (ooh-ooh)
I′m miles away
And after all, I′m only sleeping (ooh-ooh)
bridge
Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
Taking my time
When I wake up early in the morning
Lift my head, I'm still yawning
When I′m in the middle of a dream
Stay in bed, float up stream (float up stream)
chorus
Please, don't wake me
No, don′t shake me (ooh, ooh)
Leave me where I am, I'm only sleeping (ooh, ooh-ooh)
Writer(s): Paul Mccartney, John Lennon
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The track 'I'm Only Sleeping' by The Beatles portrays a desire for peace and solitude, emphasizing the importance of rest and relaxation in a fast-paced world. The lyrics suggest a need to disconnect from the chaos of life, highlighting the value of taking time for oneself to recharge and find inner calm.
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Themes
Dreaming and escapism
• Leave me where I am, I'm only sleeping
• When I'm in the middle of a dream
Contentment with idleness
• Everybody seems to think I'm lazy
• I don't mind, I think they're crazy
Observing life from a distance
• Keeping an eye on the world going by my window
• Taking my time
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Moods
Peace, solitude, reflection, joy, social commentary
Rating: G
Lyrics are child-friendly and safe for all!
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Last edit 7 months ago
Revolver (Remastered)
Album • 1966 • 14 tracks
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I'm Only Sleeping - Remastered 2009
The Beatles
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