Sleeping
The Band
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For the life we chose in the evening we rose, Just long enough to be lovers again. And for nothing more, the world was too sore to live in. Sad old ships, a morning eclipse, I spent my whole life guessing, Then I turned from the sun, and saw everyone searching. The hoot owl and his song, will bring you along Where else on earth would you wanna go? We can leave all this hate, before it's too late Why would we wanna come back at all? Cobwebs on my pillow, I'm found in the willow, I'd spend my whole life sleeping. To be called by noon is to be called too soon today. The storm is passed, there is peace at last, I'll spend my whole life sleeping. Now there's not a sound, no one to be found anywhere. The shepherd and his sheep, will wind you to sleep, Where else on earth would you wanna go? To a land of wonder, when you go under, Why would we want to come back at all?
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Written by: Richard Manuel, Robbie Robertson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Music Genre"Sleeping" by The Band is known for its mixture of rock, folk, and blues elements, all combined in a distinctive style that has made the group stand out in the music industry.
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Album RecordThe song "Sleeping" was released from the third studio album of The Band titled "Stage Fright", which was launched in August 1970.
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Song Duration"Sleeping" has a track length of approximately 3 minutes and 16 seconds, making it one of the shorter songs on the album.
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Band MembersThe members of The Band during the recording include Rick Danko, Levon Helm, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, and Robbie Robertson. Manuel was responsible for the lead vocal in "Sleeping".
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Song Writing"Sleeping" is credited as being written by Robbie Robertson, who was the principal songwriter for The Band.
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Music Influences"Sleeping," like many of The Band's songs, draws inspiration from American roots music and combines elements of country, folk, and blues.
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Critical ReceptionDespite not being released as a single or achieving significant chart success, "Sleeping" is often heralded as a fan favorite due to its melancholic tone and subtle musical craftsmanship.
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Recording LocationLike the rest of the "Stage Fright" album, "Sleeping" was recorded in the small town Woodstock, New York.
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Unique InstrumentationThe Band is known for their wide range of instruments, and "Sleeping" is no exception. Listeners can identify elements of guitar, piano, drums, and various other instruments in the song.
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Song ThemeThe song explores themes of solitude and reflection, characteristic of The Band's introspective approach to songwriting.
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Live PerformancesWhile The Band was known for its energetic live performances, "Sleeping" is more subdued, highlighting the versatility of the band's musical scope.
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Posthumous PopularityDespite the death of three of the original members - Manuel, Danko and Helm - the song continues to be appreciated by fans of all generations, demonstrating The Band's enduring influence on popular music.
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