I'll Sleep When I'm Dead
Bon Jovi
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Seven days of saturday Is all that I need Got no use for Sunday 'Cause I don't rest in peace Don't need no Mondays Or the rest of the week I spend a lot of time in bed But baby I don't like to sleep no I won't lie to you I'm never gonna cry to you I'll probably drive you wild 8 days a week Until I'm six feet under Baby I don't need a bed Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead 'Til they roll me over And lay my bones to rest Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead So you're looking for some action I got got everything you need Better keep your motor running 'Cause I was built for speed This ain't no slumber party Got no time for catching z's If they say that that ain't healthy Well then living's a disease We're never going to die baby Come on let me drive you crazy We'll make every night another New Year's Eve Till I'm six feet under I won't need a bed Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead 'Til they roll me over And lay my bones to rest Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead Sleep when I'm dead, sleep when I'm dead Gonna live while I'm alive, I'll sleep when I'm dead Seven days of Saturday Is all that I need Got no use for Sunday 'Cause I don't rest in peace I was born to live You know I wasn't born to die But if they party down in heaven I'll be sure to be on time Until I'm six feet under I don't need a bed Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead 'Til they roll me over And lay my bones to rest Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead I feel like I'm exploding Going out of my head Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead 'Til I'm six feet under And they lay my bones to rest Gonna live while I'm alive I'll sleep when I'm dead Sleep when I'm dead, sleep when I'm dead Gonna live while I'm alive, sleep when I'm dead
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Written by: Richard Sambora, Desmond Child, Jon Bon Jovi
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Album"I'll Sleep When I'm Dead" is a song by American rock band Bon Jovi from their fifth studio album, "Keep the Faith," which was released on November 3, 1992.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, and Desmond Child. Desmond Child is a well-known songwriter who has co-written other hits for the band like "Livin' on a Prayer" and "You Give Love a Bad Name."
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Track Position"I'll Sleep When I'm Dead" is the fourth track on the "Keep the Faith" album.
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GenreThe song usually categorized as hard rock and glam metal.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached number 17 on the UK Singles Chart and number 97 in the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Live Performances"I'll Sleep When I'm Dead" was a contrived live setlist staple for Bon Jovi during their concerts and tours. The live version often includes parts of other songs, such as "Jumpin' Jack Flash" or "Dancing in the Street."
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MeaningThe song’s energetic tempo and lyrics embody the band's unstoppable work ethic and dedication to rock and roll. It’s about living life to the fullest and not worrying about the consequences.
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Music VideoThere's a music video for the song, directed by Wayne Isham. It comprises a mixture of live and backstage footage from several concerts.
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CertificationThe full album "Keep the Faith," which includes "I'll Sleep When I'm Dead," was RIAA-certified double-platinum in the United States.
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Single"I'll Sleep When I'm Dead" was released as a single in July 1993.
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LegacyThe song's title, "I'll sleep when I'm dead," has since been deemed a rock and roll catchphrase and has been used in various forms of media.
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