Behind the Wall of Sleep
The Smithereens
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She had hair like Jeannie Shipton back in 1965 She had legs that never ended I was halfway paralyzed. She was tall and cool and pretty and she dressed as black as coal If she asked me to I'd murder, I would gladly lose my soul. Now I lie in bed and think of her Sometimes I even weep, Then I dream of her behind the wall of sleep. Well she held a bass guitar and she was playing in a band And she stood just like Bill Wyman Now I am her biggest fan. Now I know I'm one of many who would like to be your friend And I've got to find a way to to let you know I'm not like them. Now I lie in bed and think of her Sometimes I even weep, Then I dream of her behind the wall of sleep. Got your number form a friend of mine who lives in your home town. Called you up to have a drink, Your roommate said you weren't around. Now I know I'm one of many who would like to be your friend And I've just got to find a way to to let you know I'm not like them. Now I lie in bed and think of her Sometimes I even weep, Then I dream of her behind the wall of sleep. Behind the wall of sleep. Behind the wall of sleep. Behind the wall of sleep.
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Written by: Pat Dinizio
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10 facts about this song
Song Album"Behind the Wall of Sleep" is a single from The Smithereens' debut album "Especially for You," released in 1986.
2. Chart Performance: It was one of the band's most successful songs, reaching No. 23 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks.
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InspirationThe title of the song is inspired by "Beyond the Wall of Sleep," a short story written by famous horror and mythical author H.P. Lovecraft.
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FocusIt is one of the few Smithereens songs that place emphasis on bass as opposed to guitar.
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Music VideoThe music video for 'Behind the Wall of Sleep' prominently showcased the band's bassist, Mike Mesaros.
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LyricsThe song is about a girl named Maria who the singer-character is infatuated with, who does not reciprocate his feelings.
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GenreThis song, like many others by The Smithereens, falls under the genre of Rock/Alternative Rock.
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Musical StructureIt is noted for its jangling guitars, harmonic melodies, and melancholic lyrics, which was characteristic of The Smithereens' music.
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Pop Culture"Behind the Wall of Sleep" has since been covered by other artists and used in pop culture, such as movies and TV shows, further cementing its status as one of The Smithereens' standout tracks.
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Live PerformancesThroughout their long-running career, The Smithereens included 'Behind the Wall of Sleep' as a regular feature in their live performances.
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LegacyAmong fans and music critics, the song is often cited as one of the highlights in The Smithereens' discography and an example of 1980s rock at its best.
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