I’m so tired, I haven’t slept a wink
I’m so tired, my mind is on the blink
I wonder should I get up and fix myself a drink
No, no, no
I’m so tired I don’t know what to do
I’m so tired my mind is set on you
I wonder should I call you but I know what you would do
You’d say I’m putting you on
But it’s no joke, it’s doing me harm
You know I can’t sleep, I can’t stop my brain
You know it’s three weeks, I’m going insane
You know I’d give you everything I’ve got
For a little peace of mind
I’m so tired, I’m feeling so upset
Although I’m so tired I’ll have another cigarette
And curse Sir Walter Raleigh
He was such a stupid git
You’d say I’m putting you on
But it’s no joke, it’s doing me harm
You know I can’t sleep, I can’t stop my brain
You know it’s three weeks, I’m going insane
You know I’d give you everything I’ve got
For a little peace of mind
I’d give you everything I’ve got
For a little peace of mind
I’d give you everything I’ve got
For a little peace of mind
(Monsieur, Monsieur, Monsieur, how about another one?)
Exhaustion and Restlessness: A Glimpse into Sleeplessness
“I’m So Tired” by The Beatles poignantly expresses the overwhelming fatigue and mental unrest experienced during sleepless nights. The lyrics vividly paint a picture of someone struggling to find solace, caught between exhaustion and the relentless spinning of their thoughts. There’s a palpable sense of frustration as the narrator contemplates whether to call a loved one or simply give in to another vice, like smoking. The song’s confessional tone and raw honesty create an immediate connection with listeners who have faced similar battles with insomnia and longing for peace of mind.
Intimate Vulnerability and Emotional Weight
The repeated yearning for “a little peace of mind” underscores the depth of the narrator’s emotional turmoil. The song captures a universal human experience—feeling stuck in a cycle of unrest, craving comfort, and battling the thoughts that keep us awake at night. The self-aware humor, such as cursing Sir Walter Raleigh, adds layers to the song’s introspective mood, blending wit with vulnerability.
Song Credits:
Written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
Released in 1968.
Label: Apple Records.