Trouble Sleeping

Corinne Bailey Rae

About Trouble Sleeping

"Trouble Sleeping" is a song by English singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae from her self-titled debut album (2006). It was written by Rae, John Beck and Steve Chrisanthou, and was released as the album's third single on 29 May 2006. Rae performed this song and "Like a Star" on the 27 November 2006 episode of the NBC comedy-drama series Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. "Trouble Sleeping" was also featured on the NBC medical drama ER and on the CBS police procedural drama NCIS.


Year:
2006
3:28
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It's late and I'm feeling so tired
Having trouble sleeping
This constant compromise between thinking and breathing

Could it be I'm suffering because I'll never give in?
Won't say that I'm falling in love
(Please, please,) tell me I don't seem myself
Couldn't I blame something else? (No, don't say it)
Don't say I'm falling in love

Some kind of therapy is all I need
Please, believe me (Please, believe me)
Some instant remedy that can cure me completely

Could it be I'm suffering because I'll never give in?
Won't say that I'm falling in love
(Please, please,) tell me I don't seem myself
Couldn't I blame something else? (No, don't say it)
Don't say I'm falling in love

Ooo
'Cause I've been there before, and it's not enough
So nobody say it (so nobody say it)
Don't even say it (Don't you even say it)
I've got my eyes shut, won't look
Oh no, I'm not in love

Could it be I'm suffering because I'll never give in?
Won't say that I'm falling in love (falling in love)
(Please, please,) tell me I don't seem myself
Couldn't I blame something else? (No, don't say it)
Just don't say I'm falling in love (Don't say that I'm falling in love)
Could it be I'm suffering softly (Don't say that I'm falling in love)
Caught on all what you've been giving me (Don't say that I'm falling in love)
Falling in love (Don't say that I'm falling in love)

Couldn't I blame something else?
(Don't say, don't say)
(Don't say, don't say)

(Don't say that I'm falling in love) Don't say
(Don't say that I'm falling in love)
(Don't say that I'm falling in love) Ooo, oh
(Don't say that I'm falling in love) Yeah
(Don't say that I'm falling in love) Oh

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Corinne Bailey Rae

Corinne Bailey Rae (born Corinne Jacqueline Bailey on 26 February 1979) is a British Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and guitarist from Leeds, West Yorkshire. Bailey Rae was named the number-one predicted breakthrough act of 2006 in an annual BBC poll of music critics, Sound of 2006. She released her debut album, Corinne Bailey Rae, in February 2006, and became the fourth female British act in history to have her first album debut at number one. In 2007, Bailey Rae was nominated for three Grammy Awards and three Brit Awards, and won two MOBO Awards. In 2008, she won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year (for her work as a featured artist in Herbie Hancock's River: The Joni Letters). more »

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Written by: CORINNE JACQUELINE N BAILEY RAE, JOHN ROBERT BECK, STEVEN CHRISANTHOU

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15 facts about this song

Album Release
"Trouble Sleeping" is a track from Corinne Bailey Rae's self-titled debut studio album which was released in 2006.
Track Placement
It is the seventh track on the album and is followed by the song "Call Me When You Get This".
Song Genre
The song is categorized under neo soul and contemporary R&B genre, along with influences of jazz.
Chart Ranking
"Trouble Sleeping" charted at number 20 in the UK Singles Chart, showing its popularity and positive reception among audiences.
Award Nominee
Corinne Bailey Rae was nominated for the 2007 Grammy Awards for Song of the Year and Record of The Year, for her song “Put Your Records On” from the same album.
Songwriting Credits
Corinne Bailey Rae is credited as the solo writer for "Trouble Sleeping", demonstrating her prowess as a songwriter.
Music Video
The music video for "Trouble Sleeping" was directed by Sam Brown, which features Rae singing with a band in a room filled with candles.
Live Performances
She performed "Trouble Sleeping" live on Later... with Jools Holland, exposing her to a wider audience and growing her fanbase.
Professional Reviews
The song has received positive reviews from music critics, with some calling it a standout track on the album.
Artistic Influence
Corinne Bailey Rae has cited Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, and Sarah Vaughan as some musical influences, which could be heard in the jazzy and soulful style of "Trouble Sleeping".
Musical Arrangement
The song features careful and intricate arrangements, with Corinne Bailey Rae's voice beautifully harmonizing with the instruments.
Touring
"Trouble Sleeping" has been included in many of Corinne Bailey Rae's live performances, making it a favorite amongst fans at her concerts.
Inspirational Message
The song's lyrics revolve around the inability to sleep due to thoughts about a loved one. It beautifully encapsulates the feeling of longing and affection.
Song Duration
"Trouble Sleeping" lasts for three minutes and twenty-eight seconds (3:28) on the album.
Signature Sound
The song continues to capture Rae's signature soulful sound, layered with soft and gentle melodies, creating a feeling of relaxation for the listeners.

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