I Should Be Sleeping

Emerson Drive

About I Should Be Sleeping

"I Should Be Sleeping" is a song written by Shaye Smith and Lisa Drew, and recorded by Canadian country music group Emerson Drive. It was released in October 2001 as their first single from their debut self-titled album, Emerson Drive. The song reached the Top 5 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, reaching a peak of number 4. It also peaked at number 35 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100, making it their first crossover hit.


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2002
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I never knew there were such great movies
On TV at three a.m.
I'd have never guessed that at midnight Tuesday
I could have pizza ordered in
I've never been a real night owl
But these days I'm all turned around
There's only one thing I'm sure of right now

I should be sleeping
Instead of keeping these late hours
I've been keeping
I've been pacing and retracing
Every step of every move
And even though I'm feeling so right
I'm so happy still I know
I should be sleeping
Instead of dreaming about you

I never knew that I was funny
Till I went and made you laugh
Never liked a girl calling me honey
But you did and I liked that
I keep thinking about your smile
And trying to read between the lines
Looks like I'll be up for awhile

I should be sleeping
Instead of keeping these late hours
I've been keeping
I've been pacing and retracing
Every step of every move
And even though I'm feeling so right
I'm so happy still I know
I should be sleeping
Instead of dreaming about you

After just three dates
And one great kiss
It's way too soon to be thinking like this

I should be sleeping
Instead of keeping these late hours
I've been keeping
I've been pacing and retracing
Every step of every move
And even though I'm feeling so right
I'm so happy still I know
I should be sleeping
Instead of dreaming about you

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Emerson Drive

Emerson Drive is a Canadian country music band founded in 1995. The band is Brad Mates (lead vocals), Danick Dupelle (guitars and backing vocals), Mike Melancon (drums), Dale Wallace (keyboards and backing vocals), and David Pichette (fiddle). more »

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Written by: LISA A DREW, SHAYE SMITH

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10 facts about this song

Band Identity
"I Should Be Sleeping" is sung by the Canadian country music band Emerson Drive. The band was formed in 1995 under the original name of 12 Guage before rebranding as Emerson Drive in 2000.
Album Name
The song "I Should Be Sleeping" is included in their second studio album titled "Emerson Drive," which was released in 2002.
Song Rank
Upon its release, "I Should Be Sleeping" peaked at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was also more successful in the country scene, reaching number three on the Hot Country Songs chart.
Award-winning Song
This song helped the band earn a nomination for the Top New Duo or Group in the 38th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in 2003.
Music Video
The music video for "I Should Be Sleeping" was directed by Thom Oliphant and debuted in mid-2002.
Song Meaning
The song tells the story of someone who's experiencing insomnia due to thoughts of an ex-lover.
Notable Recognition
The success of “I Should Be Sleeping” and other songs from the same album led Emerson Drive to become Billboard’s Top New Country Group of the Year in 2002.
Songwriters
It was written by talented songwriters, Lisa Drew, and Shaye Smith.
Professional Acclaim
The song was so successful; it became their first top 5 singles in the U.S.
Continued Success
"I Should Be Sleeping," along with the band's subsequent releases, helped Emerson Drive to become a staple in the country and Canadian music scenes.

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