Ode to Sleep
Twenty One Pilots
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I wake up fine and dandy but then by the time I find it handy To rip my heart apart and start Planning my crash landing I go up, up, up, up, up to the ceiling Then I feel my soul start leaving Like an old man's hair receding I'm pleading, please, oh please On my knees repeatedly asking Why it's got to be like this Is this living free? I don't wanna be the one be the one to have the sun's blood on my hands I'll tell the moon Take this weapon, forged in darkness Some see a pen, I see harpoon I'll stay awake 'Cause the dark's not taking prisoners tonight Why am I not scared in the morning? I don't hear those voices calling I must have kicked them out I must have kicked them out I swear I heard demons yelling Those crazy words they were spelling They told me I was gone They told me I was gone But I tell 'em Why won't you let me go Do I threaten all your plans? I'm insignificant Please tell 'em You have no plans for me I will set my soul on fire What have I become, I'll tell 'em all On the eve of a day that's forgotten and fake As the trees, they await, and clouds anticipate The start of a day when we put on our face A mask that portrays that we don't need grace On the eve of a day that is bigger than us But we open our eyes, cause we're told that we must And the trees wave their arms and the clouds try to plead Desperately yelling, there's something we need I'm not free, I asked forgiveness three times Same amount that I denied, I three-time MVP'd this crime I'm afraid to tell you who I adore Won't tell you who I'm singing towards Metaphorically, I'm a whore, and that's denial number four I'll stay awake 'Cause the dark's not taking prisoners tonight oh oh oh Why am I not scared in the morning? I don't hear those voices calling I must have kicked them out I must have kicked them out I swear I heard demons yelling Those crazy words they were spelling They told me I was gone They told me I was gone But I tell 'em Why won't you let me go Do I threaten all your plans? I'm insignificant Please tell 'em You have no plans for me I will set my soul on fire What have I become? I tell 'em You have no plans for me I will set my soul on fire What have I become? I tell 'em I tell 'em I tell 'em I tell 'em Please tell 'em You have no plans for me I will set my soul on fire What have I become? I'm sorry
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Written by: Tyler Joseph
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10 facts about this song
Release and Album"Ode To Sleep" was released on January 8, 2013, in Twenty One Pilots' second studio album "Vessel."
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Musical CompositionThe song is known for its sharp transitions between electronica, rap, and piano-driven pop, reflecting the different stages of sleep and consciousness.
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AuthorsThe song was composed by band members Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun. Tyler Joseph is responsible for the song's intricate lyrics while Dun contributed to percussions.
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DemographicsDespite never being released as a single, "Ode To Sleep" has amassed a considerable and dedicated fanbase, particularly amongst younger listeners who resonated with the song's themes of mind's tumultuous activities and existential questioning.
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Music VideoThe music video was released over 2 years later in 2015 and documented the band's rise from playing at small venues to thousands of people.
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PerformanceDuring live performances, "Ode To Sleep" has often been the opening number due to its intense energy and crowd-pleasing transitions.
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LyricsThe song deals with heavy themes like existential fear, guilt, and questioning of faith. It offers an introspective look at the mind when it is most vulnerable – during sleep.
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First Version"Ode To Sleep" was initially featured on "Regional at Best" (2011), the band's second self-released album. However, the version that most fans know is the recording featured on the band's international debut, "Vessel."
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Critical ReceptionWhile not a commercial hit, "Ode To Sleep" has been praised among critics for its genre-blending sound and raw, thought-provoking lyrics.
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PopularityThe song has over 100 million plays on Spotify as of 2021, despite never being promoted as a single.
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