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Sleeping With The Past
Elton John
Like a thief he's come, like a thief he's gone
He's stolen your tears one by one
You're proud to love him, it's a foolish sign
You're a broken heart at the scene of the crime
And the night drags on, and the fever burns
Come to your senses, everybody learns
You sleep in sweet fire lost and blue
You're an empty doll in the power of a fool
Don't go sleeping with the past
Don't go praying he'll come back
Take a deep breath and deny
You could love a man like that
Don't go sleeping with the past
Don't go waking with a dream
There's no tenderness that's left
In the cracks you step between
If it looks like rain, if it makes no sound
It's an echo of pain on common ground
Love's like a junkie, addiction's a fact
Passion's a monkey you can't keep off your back
But he takes love and he turns it cold
He's just an iceman honey, ain't got no heart of gold
But he sees you and he runs from you
Come on and shake this shadow that you're clinging to
And he'll hurt you
And he'll run from you
Come on and shake this shadow that you're clinging to
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About this Song
Sleeping With The Past by Elton John is a poignant reflection on the challenges and struggles faced in life and love. The song delves deep into themes of regret, nostalgia, and the consequences of past actions. It explores how the weight of past mistakes and heartbreaks can impact the present, often making it difficult to move forward. Particularly poignant moments in the song highlight the singer’s emotional vulnerability and desire for redemption. The heartfelt lyrics combined with a soulful melody create a powerful narrative about the human condition and the complexity of emotions tied to past experiences.
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