Singing in My Sleep
Semisonic
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Got your tape and it changed my mind Heard your voice in between the lines Come around from another time Where nobody ever goes All alone on the overpass Wired and phoned to a heart of glass Now I'm falling in love too fast With you or the songs you chose And all the stars Play for me Say the promise you long to keep [Chorus:] I can hear you sing it to me in my sleep [Repeat: x1] I've been living in your cassette It's the modern equivalent Singing up to a Capulet On a balcony in your mind In the City the lion sleeps Pray to Sony my soul to keep Were you ever so bright and sweet Did you ever look so nice And all the sounds Dream for me [Chorus] I can hear you sing it to me in my sleep [Repeat: x1]
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Written by: DAN WILSON
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Singing in My Sleep" is a track from Semisonic's second studio album, "Feeling Strangely Fine", which was released in 1998.
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved considerable chart success. It rose to number 11 on the US Alternative Billboard charts and also enjoyed popularity in Australia and Canada.
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ThemeThe song’s lyrics tell a story about a love-struck individual who received a mixtape from his crush and then dreams about her through the songs on the mixtape.
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CompositionLike many of Semisonic’s songs, "Singing in My Sleep" is known for its catchy hooks, upbeat tempo, and glossy production.
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Music VideoThe official music video for the song, released in 1998, features the band performing the track interspersed with scenes showing young people making mixtapes for each other.
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Coming of AgeThe song is often considered a 'coming of age' track, as it explores themes of teenage romance, nostalgia, and the impact of music on feelings and memories.
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SongwriterIt is written by the lead vocalist of the band, Dan Wilson, who is also known for co-writing some big hits for other artists, including Adele’s "Someone Like You".
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Cultural ReferencesThe song and its subject matter of mixtapes have been referenced in various popular culture mediums, including books, TV shows, and films about music and relationships in the late 90s.
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Band DisbandmentDespite the success of this song and others on the same album, Semisonic disbanded in 2001. However, they reunited years later and have occasionally played live shows together.
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Critics' ReviewsCritics have commended "Singing in My Sleep" for its infectious melody, clever lyrics and for capturing the zeitgeist of late '90s alt-pop.
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