You Can Sleep While I Drive

Melissa Etheridge

About You Can Sleep While I Drive

"You Can Sleep While I Drive" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge for her second album Brave and Crazy released in 1989. Country music artist Trisha Yearwood covered the song and released it in April 1995 as the third single from her album Thinkin' About You. The song reached #23 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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2005
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Come on baby let's get out of this town
I got a full tank of gas with the top rolled down
There's a chill in my bones
I don't want to be left alone
So baby you can sleep while I drive
I'll pack my bag and load up my guitar
In my pocket I'll carry my harp
I got some money I saved
Enough to get underway
And baby you can sleep while I drive

We'll go thorough Tucson up to Santa Fe
And Barbara in Nashville says we're welcome to stay
I'll buy you glasses in Texas a hat from New Orleans
And in the morning you can tell me your dreams

You know I've seen it before
This mist that covers your eyes
You've been looking for something
That's not in your life
My intentions are true
Won't you take me with you
And baby you can sleep while I drive

Oh is it other arms you want to
Hold you the stranger
The lover you're free
Can't you get that with me

Come on baby let's get out of this town
I got a full tank of gas with the top rolled down
If you won't take me with you
I'll go before night is through
And baby you can sleep while I drive

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Melissa Etheridge

Melissa Lou Etheridge (born May 29, 1961) is an American rock singer-songwriter and activist. more »

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Written by: MELISSA ETHERIDGE

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10 facts about this song

Songwriter
The song "You Can Sleep While I Drive" was written by Melissa Etheridge herself.
Original Release
Originally, this song was released on Etheridge's second album 'Brave and Crazy' in 1989.
Cover Version
Trisha Yearwood collaborated with Etheridge to do a cover version of this song for Etheridge’s album, 'These Little Words…Special Songs.'
Album Production
The album 'These Little Words…Special Songs' was produced by Etheridge and John Shanks.
Genre
The song hails from the genre of the rock, blended with elements of country and folk.
Storyline
"You Can Sleep While I Drive" is a heartfelt song about wanting to protect and care for someone else, with its lyrics implying a romantic relationship.
Critical Reception
This song is very emotionally charged and received a great response from critics, who praised its deep meaning and touching musical rendition.
Bob Dylan Tour
Melissa Etheridge performed the song during her tour with Bob Dylan in 1989, which increased its popularity.
LGBTQ Icon
Melissa Etheridge, an openly gay artist, has often spoken about the influence her sexuality has on her music. While "You Can Sleep While I Drive" doesn't explicitly reference her sexuality, it's often interpreted as a queer anthem.
Cover by Lea Michele & Jon Groff
The song was also covered by Lea Michele and Jon Groff for the TV show Glee in 2010, further spreading its popularity.

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