Sleepless
King Crimson
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In the dream I fall into the sleepless sea With a swell of panic and pain My veins are aching for the distant reef In the crush of emotional waves Alright, get a hold of yourself An' don't fight it, it's over your head It's alright, the rumble in your ears It's alright to feel a little fear An' don't fight it, it's over your head It's alright, you wake up in your bed Silhouettes like shivering ancient feelings They cover my foreign floors and walls Submarines are lurking in my foggy ceiling They keep me sleepless at night Hey, can you picture the sight The figures on the beach in the searing night And the roaring hurt of my silent fight Can you pull me out Of this sleepless night Can you pull me out?
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Written by: Adrian Belew, William Scott Bruford, Robert Fripp, Anthony Charles Levin
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15 facts about this song
Album/Song Info"Sleepless" is a track from King Crimson's album "Three of a Perfect Pair" which was released in 1984.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is often categorized as a part of the progressive rock genre, a music type known for its complex compositional structures, intricate styles, and experimental tendencies.
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Band Line-UpThe line-up of King Crimson at the time of recording "Sleepless" included Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew, Bill Bruford, and Tony Levin.
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Importance of Tony LevinTony Levin was an instrumental part of King Crimson during the recording of "Sleepless". Known for his work on the bass and Chapman Stick, Levin contributed significantly to the track's unique sound.
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Single Release"Sleepless" was released as a single in 1984 and reached number 89 in the UK Singles Chart.
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A Staple in Live PerformancesThe song has been a staple in King Crimson's live performances since its release, and is often a fan favorite.
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Multiple VersionsThere are several different versions of "Sleepless". These include a dance mix, an edit version, and the album version.
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Dance Mix ReceptionThe dance mix of "Sleepless" has been particularly notable, it was remixed by DJ and producer Francois Kevorkian and gained some club play upon its release.
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Lyrical InterpretationAlthough there's no specific interpretation of the lyrics by the band, fans and critics alike often interpret "Sleepless" as a reflection on insomnia, anxiety, and unease.
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Sound/CompositionThe song is distinguished by its hauntingly evocative bassline, Adrian Belew's surrealistic lyrics, and its refined yet powerful drum beats.
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Building Connections"Sleepless" helped to connect King Crimson's earlier style with the more melodic approach that they would employ in their later work.
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Continuation of a ThemeThe bassline "Sleepless" continues uses the same tetratonic scale previously used on other King Crimson tracks like "Frame by Frame" and "Neil and Jack and Me".
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Album SuccessAlthough "Three of a Perfect Pair" wasn't critically acclaimed upon release, it has gained more recognition over time. The album – and by extension, "Sleepless" – are now considered crucial parts of King Crimson's discography.
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InspirationAs with much of King Crimson's music, "Sleepless" was inspired by a number of diverse sources, including jazz, classical music, and the avant-garde.
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Tony Levin’s TechniqueIn "Sleepless", like many other tracks, Tony Levin utilizes the ‘funk fingers,’ drumstick-extensions attached to the fingers for a percussive attack on the bass strings. This is one of his characteristic playing techniques.
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