When I Fall Asleep Lyrics
THURTEEN
Lyrics
When I fall asleep I just reach for a hand that's not there
No it's not there
And I try to scream but I'm so incomplete that nothing comes out but air
I cannot see, it's so dark in my dreams
It's so cold, I feel so cold
It seems like it's over 'till it come back bolder
It's so old, this feeling's so old
When I fall asleep I just hold my own hand knowing it will never be yours
It's not as bad as it seems 'till my brain just gets mean
And the memories come back more
It's really not that bad, why am I so sad?
I'll grab my things and leave
I'll leave you in the past hoping that this is the last time
My heart makes me bleed (but)
I thought that this was meant to be
I got hurt when I just felt like me oh
I thought that love was meant for me
I guess there's nothing that you can get for free oh
But have I satisfied your need?
Have I satisfied your needs for your love oh
Have I satisfied your greed?
Tell me what you want I'll leave when it's enough oh
I could be whoever you want me to be
Why don't you ever just love me for me
Under the weather, as cold as could be
I think it's better if you let me be
I could be whoever you want me to be
Why don't you ever just love me for me
Under the weather, as cold as could be
I think it's better if you let me be (but)
When I fall asleep I just reach for a hand that's not there
No it's not there
And I try to scream but I'm so incomplete that nothing comes out but air
I cannot see, it's so dark in my dreams
It's so cold, I feel so cold
It seems like it's over 'till it come back bolder
It's so old, this feeling's so old
When I fall asleep I just hold my own hand knowing it will never be yours
It's not as bad as it seems 'till my brain just gets mean
And the memories come back more
It's really not that bad, why am I so sad?
I'll grab my things and leave
I'll leave you in the past hoping that this is the last time
My heart makes me bleed
Song & Lyrics Facts
Thirteen is a song by the alternative rock band, The Cure, released on their 1989 album Disintegration. Written by Robert Smith and Simon Gallup, it was one of the most popular singles from the album.
It has been described as an anthem of teenage angst and confusion, with its lyrics exploring themes of isolation and despair. The single was released in May 1989 and reached number 24 on the UK Singles Chart. The accompanying music video featured footage of the band performing live, intercut with scenes of teenagers struggling to cope with life's hardships. The song remains a fan favorite today, and its poignant lyrics continue to resonate with listeners. The lyrics for Thirteen capture the essence of adolescent angst and longing for something more. With lines like "I'm so tired of trying to be what I should" and "I feel so alone," the song speaks directly to anyone who has ever felt misunderstood or out of place.