Written by: Lennon-McCartney
Recorded: 27, 29 April; 5, 6 May 1966
Producer: George Martin
Engineer: Geoff Emerick

Released: 5 August 1966 (UK)

Available on:
Revolver
Anthology 2

 

John Lennon: vocals, rhythm guitar
Paul McCartney: backing vocals, bass
George Harrison: backing vocals, lead guitar
Ringo Starr: drums

When I wake up early in the morning,
Lift my head, I’m still yawning.

When I’m in the middle of a dream,
Stay in bed, float up stream.
Please don’t wake me,
No don’t shake me,
Leave me where I am,
I’m only sleeping.

Everybody seems to think I’m lazy,
I don’t mind, I think they’re crazy,
Running everywhere at such a speed,
Till they find there’s no need.
Please don’t spoil my day,
I’m miles away
And after all
I’m only sleeping.

Keeping an eye on the world going by my window,
Taking my time,
Lying there and staring at the ceiling,
Waiting for a sleepy feeling.
Please don’t spoil my day,
I’m miles away
And after all
I’m only sleeping.

Keeping an eye on the world going by my window,
Taking my time,
When I wake up early in the morning,
Lift my head, I’m still yawning.
When I’m in the middle of a dream,
Stay in bed, float up stream.
Please don’t wake me,
No don’t shake me,
Leave me where I am
I’m only sleeping.