When You Can't Sleep At Night
Of Mice And Men · The Flood [2011]
but it's love that keeps fueling me, fueling me.
Pretty little lady with swollen eyes
would you show them to me?
I know I'm not perfect
but you stay a while
baby then you will see.
Miles away I can still feel you lay
your head down on my embrace, my embrace.
Far away
Pretty little lady with your swollen eyes
would you show them to me?
I know I'm not that perfect
but you stay a while
baby then you will see.
Don't give up baby
I know that it's shaky.
Just let love consume us, consume us.
Here in this world I'm awaked with mistakes
but it's love that keeps fueling me, fueling me
to love you.
Miles away I can still feel you lay
your head down on my embrace.
Be not afraid, to love me.
Pretty little lady with your swollen eyes
would you show them to me?
I know I'm not that perfect
but you stay a while
and baby then you will see.
When You Can't Sleep At Night
From Of Mice And Men's 2011 album The Flood, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of post-punk energy and introspective lyricism. The recording captures a moment of nocturnal anxiety, utilizing driving rhythms and atmospheric textures to mirror the restless state described in the title. As part of their discography during a pivotal era, the song reflects the group's ability to translate personal vulnerability into a cohesive sonic landscape. It stands alongside contemporaries like 'My Understandings' and 'Repeating Apologies' to form a collection of works that prioritize emotional resonance over conventional structure. The track remains a defining example of the band's contribution to the modern indie scene, showcasing their skill in crafting recordings that resonate with listeners seeking both musical intensity and lyrical depth.