Come Into My Sleep
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds · Other Songs - Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
and oceans divide us
And we each have our own set of stars
to comfort and guide us
Come into my sleep
Come into my sleep, oh yeah
Dry your eyes and do not weep
Come into my sleep
Swim to me through the deep blue sea
upon the scattered stars set sail
Fly to me through this love-lit night
from one thousand miles away
And come into my sleep
Come into my sleep oh yeah
As midnight nears and shadows creep
Come into my sleep
Bind my dreams up in your tangled hair
For I am sick at heart, my dear
Bind my dreams up in your tangled hair
For all the sorrow it will pass, my dear
Take your accusation, your recriminations
and toss them into the ocean blue
Leave your regrets and impossible longings
and scatter them across the sky behind you
And come into my sleep
Come into my sleep
For my soul to comfort and keep
Come into my sleep
For my soul to comfort and keep - my sleep
Come on,
Come on,
Come on,
[repeat and fade]
Come Into My Sleep
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds deliver a hauntingly atmospheric recording that exemplifies the band's signature blend of gothic rock and poetic storytelling. The track features Cave's distinctive, gravelly vocal delivery, weaving a narrative of vulnerability and introspection that has become a staple in his discography. While often associated with the darker, more theatrical elements of their work, the song's melodic structure offers a moment of tender grace within the group's broader sonic palette. It stands as a testament to Cave's ability to transform personal themes into universal expressions of longing and rest, resonating deeply with fans of alternative rock and art rock. The recording captures the raw emotional intensity characteristic of the Bad Seeds, making it a compelling addition to any collection of Cave's solo and collaborative material.