song lyrics

Song Title : Sleeping Sickness

Artist : City and Colour

1. Why did you choose this song? Why is it important to you?

I chose this song because Dallas Green (the guy who is singing and playing guitar) is naturally talented musician and writer and that the lyrics were appropriate for class. I also chose this song because it is one of my favorite songs and I absolutely love everything that he sings.

2. What is the story in the lyrics?
I think story in the lyrics is that all his thoughts, worries, and uncertainties building up causing him misery and wondering when it will suffice as he is going to sleep and being unable to fall asleep because of it and it happens often.

3. What is the structure?

I feel that the structure of the song is somewhat free verse but could have a A, B, A, C, B, C structure in the chorus.


4. What is the emotional tone or mood?

The emotional tone in the song is kind of helpless, gloomy and asking for someone to help?

5. What is the message or lesson?

The lesson in the song could possibly be him finally coming to terms with his possible anxieties that causes him to have worries.

6. What is the intention of this piece of music?

The intention of this piece of music is kind of the same as the message of the song and questioning if his anxieties will become a part of every day life for him.

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