Northlane - Sleepless

Taken from Northlane's album Alien, out now: unfd.lnk.to/A1ien
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I can’t reach your hand
I can’t liberate you
I know you’re alive
But in my heart I’ve said goodbye
So tonight
I’m sleepless
Afraid of what I might become
A curse I’ve tried to ignore
But still it leaves feeling numb
I wish I could have done more
It’s taken over every cell,
Why are you drowning yourself,
When you are so unwell?
I can’t reach your hand
I can’t liberate you
I know you’re alive
But in my heart I’ve said goodbye
So tonight
I’m sleepless
I keep this out of sight,
Out of mind.
But I never left it all behind
I never left it all behind
I can’t reach your hand
I can’t liberate you
I know you’re alive
But in my heart I’ve said goodbye
So tonight
I’m sleepless
I’m sleepless
#Northlane #A1ien #UNFD

[@byAegis]

It doesn't really matter how much Northlane have changed over the years, their shit always hits hard. This song is so heavy and not in a metal kind of way. You really feel it.

[@lucasflorentino2849]

Northlane, thanks for make me feel alive.

[@ZepyhrLight]

@ɮօʊռċɛ օʄʄ why

[@gSWG3R]

@ɮօʊռċɛ օʄʄ calm down edgelord

[@lucasflorentino2849]

Sometimes we're in a void, without feelings or anything like that. With this song i've so many memories...

[@WelcomeToMANTRA]

Marcus’ vocals are actually out of this world.

[@archienemigo]

That sax in the background is just perfect. Also that breakdown at the almost ending part 👌🏿

[@larristheblackswan3584]

i said the exact same thing as soon as i heard it.

[@pandoratypography]

Literally the production in this song is some of the best electro pop and liquid DnB I’ve ever heard and it’s in a prog Metalcore song. I’m in heaven.

[@guitarhero38633]

Oceans Ate Alaska is prog metalcore. This is pure shit.

[@phatsnag]

@@guitarhero38633 bro chill

[@michaelkarl783]

@@guitarhero38633 you're correct this is THE shit.

[@danes5143]

@@guitarhero38633 marcus is a way better vocalist than both james and jake they just are pure scream, marcus is versatile

[@filipeferreira5518]

This album is so personal for marcus, i bet this one is for his mother. I just hope hes fully recovered and somehow can live a positive life. Much love from Portugal. Hope to see you again someday.

[@aloneaflame9343]

Its actually somewhat annoying when people assume people are not fully recovered. This album is liberation from past for Marcus, no need to assume he's still broken or something. Saying from experience

[@alexsannar7286]

@@shadowdormin nah it's about his mom. Paradigm is about his sister

[@dev4965]

@@shadowdormin His sister is still alive. *www.theguardian.com/music/2019/jun/21/you-can-make-it-out-of-hell-northlanes-marcus-bridge-opens-up-about-traumatic-past*

[@essennagerry]

I've no idea wbo Marcus or this band are, can someone point me to a good source to learn more about them? Someone shared this song in a gc and that's how I cane to know it.

[@dev4965]

essennagerry I mean... you can search the band Northlane... on google...

[@TheEtceteraK]

I am in bed crying very silent tears, with so many memories. It's the first time in a very very long time that a new song has touched me that way. I can't wait to see you guys live in London.

[@Feef_von_Smoomsheym]

Feel you there...

[@ELPrahGungame]

same here

[@oswaldojimenezcanales9919]

My skin felts it 👁🔥

[@SpookyStorkRunningWild]

ahaha touch me that way

[@MrCholoPants3415]

yikes

[@RomanSwak]

Marcus's Mother (Who this song is about), has passed away recently. The line in the song "I know you're alive, but in my heart I've said goodbye" just took on an even deeper meaning. I genuinely feel for Marcus and his story, I truly respect the bravery it took to release his story in such an artistically proficient way. I love this band, they've changed my life and the lives of many others.

[@drummerAVA]

I lost my father a few months ago... yeah, it's a powerful lyric... a lot of these songs on this album mean a lot to me, even when I can't always directly relate, I relate to the feeling of loss and wishing you could've done something different to help the situation reach a different outcome... and ultimately, just having to accept things for what they are and move on.

[@RomanSwak]

@@drummerAVA agreed. I won't go personal but I haven't even gone through a shred of what Marcus has, but even with what I've gone through with my family, I can find a lot to relate to in this album. That personal connection with the story really makes this album amazing to me.

[@drummerAVA]

@@RomanSwak Definitely man... when you know the meaning and story behind this album, it makes it even better for sure.

[@davidwalsma-gibbs1200]

I do believe this is about his sister actually. His sister was an addict at one point so he wrote this song for her.

[@abluecassette]

@@davidwalsma-gibbs1200 Yeah, I read somewhere it was about his mother's failure to keep his sister from drugs (apparently she's clean now). Powerful.

[@Dwesk]

When that vocal line + bass on 1:55 hits - goosebumps engaged.

[@manuinjapan]

man absolutely, was walking home today and when that hit i got crazy goosebumps, it's just gorgeous!

[@violetsketch11]

A perfect companion for high way drive. Gives me chills and floating feeling along the way.

[@LeLuizFelippe]

Haha yes! I listened to this song the first time while driving. What an experience.

[@SkullKnightBeats]

The whole album is awesome! Not a single disappointment. But this... I'm totally addicted to this song. It has everything. It's dark, calm, soothing has got some electronic elements in it, great lyrics, an intense climax at 02:08 and if this wasn't enough a little djent at 03:27 right before it gets back to the calm and soothing part. 'I'm sleepless'. Northlane you've outdone yourselves with this one.

[@willzavala9890]

Straight masterpiece

[@svono_svono_music]

beatufiul song, love the chord progression + piano reverb and phrasing. LIke something in one of my songs (on channel if anyone is interested) Man i love northlane, such an amazing band. so many goosepumps here - not only such a beuatiful instrumental / such amazing ambience, but the lyrics too resonated so hard. A beautiful creation

[@tommcpherson7566]

Nameless weightless sleepless

[@frummer8373]

Hell yes dude

[@edunogues23]

@@frummer8373 hellyess

[@terrycrews6179]

Oh fuck

[@violetsketch11]

and shapeless

[@marvinsepp3202]

The Brave - Dreamless

[@olegtsitovich2098]

hands down, this is a masterpiece

[@SecretGrove]

Dude this is so fucking cool. I love that these guys aren't afraid to delve into musical areas beyond their genre. So tasteful and talented.

[@eightyeightfiveoh]

Genuinely one of the greatest songs I've ever heard in my life

[@Unknownas1337]

This makes me cry every single time...

[@druminik]

Man, the lyrics of the whole album hit me right in the feels.

[@mt2oo8]

Not to be dramatic but this is the best Northlane song ever

[@kieranwilson1466]

And bloodline exists

[@RapertGameplsays]

Yeah with Animate

[@gSWG3R]

This is easily the most emotional Northlane song I reckon. It's on par with Render in terms of how freaking amazing it is overall.

[@Skillskate123]

@@gSWG3R paragon and freefall are also pretty emotional

[@jacks910]

mt2oo8 Nah, more like worst song on Alien

[@mobile_filmer1836]

For me Marcus belongs to the top 3 vocalists next to Sam Carter and Jason Butler. Brilliant Song.

[@RapalloINCAE]

Soooo agree with this

[@anthonymonterosso7472]

Sam Carter is my absolute favorite singer! Dude has some great range

[@jbasti227]

It's great hearing Jason mentioned! I feel like he doesn't get nearly as much recognition as he deserves.

[@randomcitizenname]

Devin Townsend for me. But still up there, just shy of his level.

[@DeathCorpStudios]

Anyone watch a sunrise to this song yet? - Well I just did and I’m feeling some kind of emotion I can’t explain.

[@homerdj0nt]

This one was very very well done, the climax is just too strong

[@formatimesstudioproject]

i listened when sunset.

[@odedishelanu5830]

been up all night

[@wavyjones96]

Im going to the beach this weekend and ill try to feel it, thanks for the recommendation

[@PrinceofDarkness_94]

Same bro.. Northlane are the best band on the planet

[@azuraug8693]

Anyone else coming back to this after Negative Energy?

[@jbasti227]

After the live clip of this from their doc, I had no choice

[@jessematthews6448]

Yup. After watching that I've had this on rotation hard. Took the song to another level.

[@ScandinavianDevil]

The fucking lump in my throat. The goosebumps and the tears at the same time? What the fuck. Of course.

[@KyleBurnsMusic]

Yeah my dude. Hearing the back story of this song and his performance of it live. Epic tearjerker

[@negroylaql]

fue necesario

[@r0bb073]

His vocals @2:35 gave me chills man. Marcus can sing his ass off man! Great song diggin the dnb too

[@ИЛЮША]

In heart...

[@beadlescentral834]

Calamity brews near

[@beadlescentral834]

⚜️🌬🌬🍀🏵

[@beadlescentral834]

٧٠@unocleanisotropic

[@beadlescentral834]

N

[@andg_rodg_4_real710]

In hearts wake

[@joserulezd00d]

I was about to start my workout when I hit shuffle on my playlist; this is the song that played first. I listened to the lyrics as I was warming up and the lyrics made me feel sad. I don’t normally listen to emotional music like this, but I really couldn’t escape this sad world I was living in. I ended up having this song on repeat for the whole training session. Even though I felt sad, I just couldn’t let go of this sad state of mind. All the depression I bottled up felt like it was being released into the air. It might sound weird, but that’s how I felt in my experience listening to this song.

[@Matt_Nor]

My thoughts after giving it a few spins; Nero + Rammstein Singularity + Mesmer and a pinch of Node The first record i actually love that is as electronic driven as this album is I'm actually wondering whether Architects lost their crown to Northlane as of now This album is HEEAAVVYY. Music isn't a competition, but Architects may need to step up their game now Tom Searle would've been proud of you boys. I thought to myself, this is gonna, it has to, it must end with a huuuge bang and it absolutely did. *I WAS NOT LET DOWN* We're all insanely proud of you Aussie boys! However... 2:18 - 2:30 *Yeees!!* 2:36 - 2:54 *YYYYYYEEEEEESSSSS!!!* Mr. Marcus Bridge are without doubt one of the best vox in the game 16/10 from me Thanks for reading my thoughts btw, haha

[@danholloway3263]

I'd actually say there's more node than mesmer in this album, it has node's huge chord progressions and ambience, discoveries' fast paced aggression, singularity's structures and rhythms and mesmer's riffing. And still manages to be the most original and unique album i've heard in the past 5 years. This is a best of northlane while also giving fans an extremely new and refreshing sound. That is borderline impossible to pull off and they've done it flawlessly. As for architects, I was kinda let down by holy hell but to give them credit they lost their main song writer and lyricist so props to them for staying together and going on

[@doublelmetal2743]

Listened to all the new songs. Now I’m gonna listen to the whole album and go for a 43 minute run because nothing sounds better

[@aaronpanesar]

I did a 43 minute run today. It almost brought me to tears when it was all over. This is astonishing and has put them on the Periphery level. If stretched out a bit longer, this song could be a masterclass in my unworthy opinion. As ending songs go, this is the best one since Aspire 👍🏼

[@nathf4698]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard ❤️❤️

[@enricolupi2112]

I think this album Is the greatest they've ever done, they're matured and thought on new tematics to debate in particolar the childhood of Marcus... This song tells about his mother's inability to prevent his sister from substance abuse herself, and Marcus said that his objective in this album Is to tell his story and make this listen uncomfortable ,available to' speak about these delicate arguments nowadays. This Is the greatest and best album ever done from Northlane and nothing other to' Say apart that u made It, Great Album, much love from Italy guys!

[@tylerherman2410]

Couldn't agree more (:

[@TheSleepyMechanic0524]

Forgot how much I loved this song until I paid attention to how much I replay it. This and bloodline are my favorites by them.

[@Hvairn]

talent shows not by how much money or fame a band has but by being able to differ from their main genre and still sound authentic and good. Accidentally slipped into northlane through node so this whole album just is addictive to me. I hope to see them live one day

[@daniellesolari6995]

This song is heartbreaking

[@brentyoung4253]

I love how diverse this band has become. Thank you for the pure talent and musicianship. Vocals are done perfectly to capture the emotion. Keep going guys and creating beautiful music. I'll be watching the sunrise in a couple of hours to this

[@eviephillips8679]

I will be listening to this song until the day I die. I can listen to this on repeat for hours because, every time I do, it still has the same beauty as the first time I heard it, and I think that's a sign of amazing songwriting...

[@ScarletSun]

3:28 Nolly: So guys, how low do you want to tune the guitars? Jon: YES

[@ELPrahGungame]

SoFarAwayBand double drop c

[@danholloway3263]

@@ELPrahGungame double drop c is what asking alexandria tune in, its CGCFAC, northlane are in drop C#1

[@ELPrahGungame]

Dan Holloway sorry, my fault, but this is drop C-0

[@ELPrahGungame]

Dan Holloway in others songs they use drop C#-0 or drop F-1 but this is drop C-0

[@danholloway3263]

@@ELPrahGungame ah yeah that makes more sense, good point

[@Basket95Dani]

I almost forgot to listen to this today. Another level here.. Thank you Northlane.

[@TenaciousJoe24]

I know that you're alive but in my heart I've said goodbye, damn Also this kinda reminds me of my December by linkin park, but in a good way

[@food223]

i was getting my December vibes from this too, tbh i do prefer this but both songs are good

[@levilively8643]

This is about his mom who's a drug addict. I completely understand his wording there because after my mom tried to kill herself for the 2nd time I legitimately mourned her like she died. I never wanted to speak her to again as long as I was alive. And I didnt. For 2 years, until she had atleast 2 years sober. She just hit 8 years sober and we have an amazing relationship. People can come out of it. I hope his mother has too.

[@slickstriker45]

Yo I was thinking the same thing when I first heard this. As a matter of fact all throughout the album I get linkin park vibes

[@ColeVickSheepShearer]

I could imagine the back album cover saying 'For Chester' and would be happy

[@TheMuseiclver]

Levi Lively I’m sad to say that Marcus’ mother didn’t make it 😞 you probably know by now though.

[@Wedontevenlivehere]

I love this song so much 🥲🙏🏼 It’s like Linkin park “My December pt. 2” ... pure gold 🙏🏼😭 “I can't reach your hand I can't liberate you I know you're alive, but in my heart I've said goodbye So tonight, I'm sleepless” 🖤 Forever grateful for Northlane 🙏🏼✨

[@Sergiopinedais]

One of my favorite song so far! Futuristic music

[@chrisfranklin4061]

Still here in 2022. Quite possibly one of the best vocal displays in the past 10 years.

[@abluecassette]

This song is a MASTERPIECE.

[@midnightextreme]

Now listened to the full album my favorite album by you and Paradigm is now one of my favorite songs ever

[@juzuxz93]

Paradigm is actually my own least favorite but I mean this album is so damn dope that there's something for everyone.

[@midnightextreme]

Jussi Vuorio yeah nothing on here is bad by any means

[@levilively8643]

I love that is SOO different than anything they've ever put out but its fucking amazing in every way! That part I just heard (2:10) gave me fucking tears of joy. This band gives me euphoria like I've never experienced before. And I love them for existing.

[@jasonlovesmusicreacting882]

Most of the album did not sink in well so I'm hoping it's a grower.

[@levilively8643]

@@jasonlovesmusicreacting882 northland in general did not sink in well with me the first few times. I liked a couple songs but other than that they werent my cup of tea... I heard a few newer songs and I fell in love.

[@blackbird7156]

Innovative piece of art i adore it

[@sybilac1197]

Omg Marcus 🔥

[@KrC_Games]

sometimes i care about views, but if it's better than 90% whole worlds music, i'm happy, glad that i'm one of those few people that discovered such amazing songs, bands like this one... thank you sooo much rock/metal music. thank you.

[@creatinovic]

forever my favorite Northlane song

[@tygyrlylly8079]

Straight off the Linkin Park thousand suns album. I believe Chester is speaking through Marcus here

[@anxiety-1571]

It felt like i never actually understood the lyrics of the song until just now, this is the first time that i'm listening to it after one of my friends passed away, now it just all makes sense...

[@unholymiloskie7154]

This band is going places

[@emilyoxley1578]

The vocals starting at around 2:25 are absolutely bone-chilling. SO good! I don't know about anyone else, but this song gave me some Sleep Token vibes.

[@silentcurrents]

I really want to hear this song live. Damn, please play this live NORTHLANE!!!!

[@pierresimonetti2689]

Ok just listened the whole album, me, alone in my room, standed up and start to clap hands.

[@cursedshinobi5769]

I will always love you mother. I miss you sincerely.

[@sammartin8747]

they have what my friend calls "big dick basslines" throughout this whole album i love it

[@KsEMCP]

This song reminds me so much to pendulum. That drum an' bass vibe.

[@chrisstratus]

This.

[@sk33tsroom]

I had the exact same thought!

[@loganwelty7094]

Respect to the legends

[@karnivool13]

For me this song is like a mix between pendulum and karnivool...i like it

[@MyDudeJZ]

Wow, what an ending!

[@ganeshchaudhary5863]

It make me remember monochrome(Novelist) but bit heavy than that . Its just so satisfying to listen to such songs.

[@average0citizen]

why doesnt this get more attention? makes me so sad - it was too hard to find this song/BAND, it shouldnt be.. yet im glad i did

[@oscartaylordrums]

Thanks for making me cry ❤❤

[@deathxceremony5255]

Sitting here high af best thing i've ever heard in my life

[@troyupright1733]

Couldn't have a more perfect song to end an album

[@Hvairn]

having to get up extremely early and listening to this song while wandering through the fog/mist is a whole different feeling (I know someone else mentioned listening to this during sunrise but trust me, it will change the feeling)

[@bencampbell498]

Gives me fucking chills. Love the sax in the background in the beginning.

[@jamesburt7437]

Absolutely stunning. My favourite song right now.

[@ridhofikrialfirmansyah6561]

I can't reach your hand I can't liberate you I know you're alive But in my heart I've said goodbye So tonight I'm sleepless Afraid of what I might become A curse I've tried to ignore But still it leaves feeling numb I wish I could have done more It's taken over every cell Why are you drowning yourself When you are so unwell? I can't reach your hand I can't liberate you I know you're alive But in my heart I've said goodbye So tonight I'm sleepless I keep this out of sight Out of mind But I never left it all behind I never left it all behind behind I can't reach your hand I can't liberate you I know you're alive But in my heart I've said goodbye So tonight I'm sleepless I'm sleepless

[@admiraladmirable420]

This song took like 5 listens to fully sink in, and I only really noticed the saxophone parts today and it blew my freakin mind. This is truly on of those rare masterpieces

[@connora3145]

This band is something else

[@Ominous89]

The intro reminds me a bit of Radiohead - Codex. The vocals remind me a bit of Chester Bennington. This whole album is awesome.

[@toasttoasted3492]

Sleepless instrumental is mesmerizing 😳😳😳😳

[@joshreade4]

we need a video for this masterpiece

[@SavageOra]

One of the most beautiful songs I've heard... 💔❤

[@RenannRed]

I love it!

[@vader97100]

Welp it’s official, this is the best album closer I’ve seen this year. Also very relatable on the lyrics, with how this week has been for me.

[@saudanjulien729]

Perfect vibe though and still. Great work.

[@anthonyp3450]

Feels.😇🖤

[@Caynug]

Im absolutely amazed by the creativity they got going on this album, such an inspiration. Much props to northlane, I am amazed!

[@bertramprstekjr-schmidt7502]

the songs on alien are so well arranged, composed and produced that it feels like you experienced marcus childhood with him, truly a masterpiece, damn beautiful.

[@eversleeperband-josh9909]

Ok I need a solo acoustic version of this asap

[@ColeVickSheepShearer]

Make it. I'll give it a like 🤟

[@thorpemusic2019]

Its coming may 21 lets goooo

[@freezingjazzy]

*_It has arrived._*

[@xXxShankersxXx]

such heavy UK drum and bass inspiration love it

[@FloorGorilla]

My tears will forever be loud and flow.

[@bencampbell498]

Your vocals are phenomenal in this Marcus! Amazing boys absolutely love the momentum you guys are building

[@dmitriystroykov9597]

This album is so fucking incredible. Been waiting for it since January, had lots of thoughts about the quality and vibes of the material guys would present - and not a single fucking dissapointment!!!! Countless goosebumps in every moment. Dear agent K, please clean my memory so I would feel these first emotions again

[@roynavi9399]

from weightless to sleepless

[@jordanmartinez5471]

I was too lazy to comment that but thanks haha

[@fatfingersman]

from sleepless to weightless :)

[@whitebear8472]

Found you guys today from this song randomly appearing in my playlist.. ..win.

[@yoaussiedm]

2:21 Goosebumps? Check. Stomach rising into throat? Check. Tears welling up in eyes? *Check.*

[@anthonymonterosso7472]

Goosebumps at 2:21 ish man, like WOW

[@MCeremonies]

I love the airflow 🌝

[@HoaPierre]

Drum N bass why not, so dammn good

[@danielhlavaty2521]

This whole album fucking rocks.

[@bKoelle689]

Definitely my favorite on my first listen through!

[@RickySmart2001]

godamnnnnnnnnnnnn i fucking love this album so much !!! yall have created such a unique and interesting sound for this record !!! my faves are 4D, freefall and this one sleepless !!! but it's overall an amazing and beautiful listen yall should be proud !!!!

[@Dhebas13]

This is new album of Northlane is the ressureition of new metal!

[@fatjesus9561]

I nearly died reading this

[@jasonlovesmusicreacting882]

@@fatjesus9561 lol 😂

[@aloneaflame9343]

@@fatjesus9561 it's like a puzzle

[@fatjesus9561]

@@aloneaflame9343 yeah mate its like trynna solve the fuckin Da Vinci code

[@drumsno]

I'm going to like this so hopefully more people will see it

[@davidjohnston714]

This song humbles me...

[@RapertGameplsays]

I'm speechless....so many emotions in this song

[@xJust2Deadly]

Masterpiece

[@ReggaeRobb]

You know this album is a masterpiece when you never skip a single song. In fact, I think it's not even possible to.

[@Ghostyfrost9688]

This has a very similar melody to weightless off Node. Heard it right away.

[@michaelarojas]

Listening to Talking Heads and then Sleepless makes me wonder how it's from the same band!

[@juzuxz93]

Or Eclipse and Sleepless... But you know what? Diversity has always been this band's strength, especially after Marcus joined.

[@michaelarojas]

@@juzuxz93 I saw them live they were awesome.

[@juzuxz93]

@@michaelarojas I was supposed to see them live last December here in Helsinki but life got in the way... Next time them or Polaris tour here I'll try to make sure that won't happen again 🤘

[@michaelarojas]

@@juzuxz93 They sound amazing live.

[@juzuxz93]

@@michaelarojas so I've heard

[@jbasti227]

This whole record is phenomenal. The typical sound mixed with other elements like industrial, electronic, and nu metal meshed so well together.

[@gabrielbrown8501]

Has Ghost in a Shell opening vibe, which is awesome!