Seven days of Saturday
Is all that I need
Got no use for Sunday
‘Cause I don’t rest in peace
Don’t need no Mondays
Or the rest of the week
I spend a lot of time in bed
But baby I don’t like to sleep
No
I won’t lie to you
I’m never gonna cry to you
I’ll probably drive you wild 8 days a week
Until I’m six-feet under
Baby I don’t need a bed
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
‘Til they roll me over
And lay my bones to rest
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
So you’re looking for some action
I got everything you need
Better keep your motor running
‘Cause I was built for speed
This ain’t no slumber party
Got no time for catching z’s
If they say that that ain’t healthy
Well then living’s a disease
We’re never gonna die baby
Come on let me drive you crazy
We’ll make every night another New Year’s Eve
‘Til I’m six-feet under, baby
I won’t need a bed
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
‘Til they roll me over
And lay my bones to rest
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
Sleep when I’m dead, sleep when I’m dead
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
Seven days of Saturday
Is all that I need
Got no use for Sunday
‘Cause I don’t rest in peace
I was born to live
You know I wasn’t born to die
But if they party down in heaven
I’ll be sure to be on time
Until I’m six-feet under, baby
I don’t need a bed
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
‘Til they roll me over
And lay my bones to rest
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
I feel like I’m exploding
Going out of my head
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
‘Til I’m six-feet under
And they lay my bones to rest
Gonna live while I’m alive
I’ll sleep when I’m dead
Sleep when I’m dead, sleep when I’m dead
Gonna live while I’m alive, sleep when I’m dead
Embracing Life to the Fullest
“I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead” by Bon Jovi is a high-energy anthem that celebrates living life without hesitation or restraint. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who refuses to slow down, likening their ideal week to “seven days of Saturday”—endless fun and adventure. This spirited narrative shuns the idea of rest, instead elevating the thrill of seizing every moment. The recurring theme is clear: life is for the living, and sleep can wait until after all the excitement is done.
The Meaning Behind the Lyrics
Bon Jovi’s message is one of joyful defiance. The song encourages listeners to push past societal norms about moderation and to embrace every opportunity for joy and experience. The idea of “living while I’m alive” isn’t just about partying—it’s about making the most of every day and night, chasing dreams, and refusing to let time slip away. The lyrics connect with anyone who believes in living with passion and intensity.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Desmond Child
Release Year: 1992
Label: Mercury Records