Sleepsong Lyrics
Secret Garden
Lyrics
Lay down your head and I'll sing you a lullaby
Back to the years of loo-li lai-lay
And I'll sing you to sleep and I'll sing you tomorrow
Bless you with love for the road that you go
May you sail fair to the far fields of fortune
With diamonds and pearls at your head and your feet
And may you need never to banish misfortune
May you find kindness in all that you meet
May there always be angels to watch over you
To guide you each step of the way
To guard you and keep you safe from all harm
Loo-li, loo-li, lai-lay
May you bring love and may you bring happiness
Be loved in return to the end of your days
Now fall off to sleep, I'm not meaning to keep you
I'll just sit for a while and sing loo-li, lai-lay
May there always be angels to watch over you
To guide you each step of the way
To guard you and keep you safe from all harm
Loo-li, loo-li, lai-lay
Loo-li, loo-li, lai-lay...
Song & Lyrics Facts
Secret Garden’s “Sleepsong” was released in 1997 on their album Songs from a Secret Garden. The song was written by the band's violinist, Fionnuala Sherry, and composer Rolf Løvland.
It is an instrumental piece that features a combination of classical instruments such as piano, strings, flute, harp, and guitar. Its calming melody has become a popular choice for lullabies, weddings, and relaxation music. The lyrics are simple yet meaningful, expressing the beauty of sleep and dreams. The song has been covered by many artists since its release and remains one of Secret Garden’s most beloved pieces.