John Legend’s “Don’t Need To Sleep”: An Inspirational Track from “We Dare To Dream” (+Lyrics)

John Legend unveils the “Don’t Need To Sleep” track from the movie We Dare To Dream. The piece of music was produced by OAK, Alex Niceforo & Keith Sorrells.

John Legend, the Springfield, Ohio native whose career has spanned an impressive two decades, has once again proven his musical prowess with the unveiling of his latest track, “Don’t Need To Sleep”. This piece of music, produced by the talented trio of OAK, Alex Niceforo, and Keith Sorrells, is featured in the movie “We Dare To Dream”.

John Legend Don’t Need To Sleep

A Legend in His Own Right

Just over a year has passed since the release of Legend’s ninth project, aptly titled “LEGEND”. This self-titled project saw collaborations with the likes of JID, Ty Dolla $ign, Saweetie, Rapsody, and more, showcasing the breadth and depth of Legend’s musical connections and influences.

In 2022, Legend delivered a strong performance on Metro Boomin’s “HEROES & VILLAINS” album, featuring on the opening track “On Time”. This performance was a testament to Legend’s enduring talent and versatility.

We Dare To Dream: A Song of Hope and Resilience

Now, Legend is shifting his focus to “We Dare To Dream”, a Peacock exclusive documentary. The film, which is about refugee sports, was executive produced by Legend and actress Angelina Jolie.

The song “Don’t Need To Sleep” is a testament to the human spirit’s ability to fight through adversity and strive to make dreams a reality. It is an uplifting and inspirational song that encapsulates the essence of the documentary.

John Legend continues to inspire and captivate audiences with his soulful melodies and powerful lyrics. “Don’t Need To Sleep” is yet another testament to his enduring talent and his ability to touch hearts and minds through his music.

John Legend – Don’t Need To Sleep (prod. OAK, Alex Niceforo & Keith Sorrells)

Get the song

14 December 2023
1 Song, 3 minutes
℗ 2023 John Legend Music, Inc., under exclusive license to Republic Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I’ve been lower than low down
Only way is up right now
I can see a new dawning
Oh-oh-oh
So far from home
Oh-oh-oh
Been running so long

[Chorus]
But tonight
I don’t need to close my eyes
I don’t need to fall asleep
I don’t need to sleep to dream, no, I don’t
Bent but not broken
Down but not hopeless
Eyes are wide open, I know it
Don’t need to sleep to dream

[Verse 2]
I won’t let ’em feed me lines
I won’t let ’em fake my lie
I won’t let ’em write my story
No, oh-oh-oh
These words are my own
Oh-oh-oh-oh
But I’m not alone
I’m not alone

[Chorus]
But tonight
I don’t need to close my eyes
I don’t need to fall asleep
I don’t need to sleep to dream, no, I don’t
Bent but not broken
Down but not hopeless
Eyes are wide open, I know it
I don’t need to sleep to dream

[Bridge]
Tonight (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Oh (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Yeah (Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh)
Night

[Chorus]
Bent but not broken
Down but not hopeless
Eyes are wide open, I know it
I don’t need to sleep to dream
I’ve been lower than low down
Only way is up right now
I can see a new dawning