Caramel Lyrics – Sleep Token

Caramel Lyrics by Sleep Token is a new English song by Sleep Token, released on the band’s official YouTube channel. Written by Vessel1 & Vessel II and produced by Carl Bown, “Caramel” is the second single from their upcoming album Even in Arcadia, set to release on April 4, 2025. The song promises an introspective listening experience, with lyrical content that explores deep emotional struggles. The track draws connections to the band’s earlier work, particularly referencing the song “Sugar” from their first album Sundowning, while featuring updated artwork that reflects the album’s unique aesthetic.

Caramel delves into themes of emotional conflict, vulnerability, and introspection. The lyrics convey a sense of internal struggle, with the artist grappling with feelings of being trapped between different forces, such as external expectations and internal turmoil. The repeated references to sweetness, such as the metaphor of caramel, contrast with the bitterness that pervades the artist’s experience, creating a complex emotional landscape that touches on love, loss, and self-awareness.

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Caramel Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Count me out like sovereigns, payback for the good times
Right foot in the roses, left foot on a landmine
I’m not gonna be there tripping on the grapevine
They can sing the words while I cry into the bassline
Wear me out like Prada, devil in my detail
I swear it’s getting harder even just to exhale
Backed up into corners, bitter in the lens
I’m sick of trying to hide it every time they take mine

[Chorus]
So stick to me
Stick to me like caramel
Walk beside me till you feel nothin’ as well

[Verse 2]
They ask me, “Is it goin’ good in the garden?”
Say, “I’m lost, but I beg no pardon”
Up on the dice but low on the cards
I try not to talk about how it’s harder now
Can I get a mirror side-stage?
Looking sideways at my own visage, gettin’ worse
Every time they try to shout my real name just to get a rise from me
Acting like I’m never stressed out by the hearsay
I guess that’s what I get for trying to hide in the limelight
Guess that’s what I get for having 20/20 hindsight
Everybody wants eyes on ’em, I just wanna hear you sing that top line

[Pre-Chorus]
And if you don’t think I mean it, then I understand
But I’m still glad you came, so let me see those hands

[Chorus]
So stick to me
Stick to me like caramel
Walk beside me till you feel nothin’ as well
I’m fallin’ free of the final parallel
The sweetest dreams are bitter
But there’s no one left to tell

[Bridge]
Too young to get bitter over it all
Too old to retaliate like before
Too blessed to be caught ungrateful, I know
So I’ll keep dancin’ along to the rhythm
This stage is a prison, a beautiful nightmare (Too young to get bitter over it all)
A war of attrition, I’ll take what I’m given (Too old to retaliate like before)
The deepest incisions, I thought I got better (Too blessed to be caught ungrateful, I know)
But maybe I didn’t
(In these days of days) Tell me, did I give you what you came for?
(I wish it all away) Terrified to answer my own front door
(I thought things had changed) Missin’ my wings in a realm of angels
(But everything’s the same)

[Outro]
So I’ll keep dancin’ along to the rhythm
This stage is a prison, a beautiful nightmare
A war of attrition, I’ll take what I’m given
The deepest incisions, I thought I got better
But maybe I didn’t

Caramel Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, Sleep Token presents a vivid image of conflict and internal tension. The mention of “sovereigns” and “payback for the good times” alludes to a sense of retribution or karma, perhaps reflecting on the consequences of past actions. The contrasting imagery of “right foot in the roses, left foot on a landmine” symbolizes the delicate balance between beauty and danger in the artist’s life. There is an acknowledgment of the difficulty in facing one’s emotions, as the artist describes crying into the bassline, revealing an emotional vulnerability. The reference to luxury brand Prada further emphasizes the tension between surface-level success and internal dissatisfaction.

[Chorus]
The chorus centers around the metaphor of “stick to me like caramel,” evoking an image of something sweet but sticky, difficult to escape. This metaphor illustrates the artist’s sense of being bound to a relationship or emotional state, walking alongside someone until they both “feel nothing.” The phrase suggests a numbing effect, where the sweetness of connection gives way to an emotional void, hinting at a loss of sensation or emotional exhaustion.

[Verse 2]
In this verse, Sleep Token explores feelings of being lost and disconnected, yet reluctant to admit fault. The line “I’m lost, but I beg no pardon” reflects a defiant attitude toward the confusion or hardship the artist is experiencing. The metaphor of being “low on the cards” suggests a sense of having few options or being at a disadvantage, but the artist tries not to dwell on it. There is a struggle with identity, as the artist questions their image and the expectations placed upon them, especially in the public eye. The reflection on hindsight and stress further portrays the emotional weight of trying to maintain a facade.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus presents a moment of self-awareness, as the artist acknowledges the possibility that others may not fully understand their emotions. Despite this, there is a sense of acceptance, and the artist expresses gratitude for those who support them. The call to “let me see those hands” invites participation, suggesting a sense of connection or solidarity, even in the midst of inner turmoil.

[Chorus]
The second iteration of the chorus intensifies the feeling of emotional detachment. The repeated metaphor of caramel highlights the sticky, overwhelming nature of the artist’s emotional state. As the song progresses, the imagery of falling “free of the final parallel” suggests a descent into an emotional abyss, where the sweetness of the dream contrasts with the bitter reality of isolation and unspoken truths. The phrase “there’s no one left to tell” hints at a profound loneliness, perhaps implying that the artist feels unable to communicate these emotions to others.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, Sleep Token confronts the passage of time and its impact on personal growth and emotional resilience. The artist reflects on being “too young to get bitter” yet “too old to retaliate,” signaling a shift in how they respond to life’s challenges. The lyrics express a sense of resignation, acknowledging that some struggles remain unresolved despite attempts to grow or change. The metaphor of the “beautiful nightmare” suggests that while the artist may find some beauty in their pain, it is ultimately a cycle that is hard to break. The final lines of the bridge, “Tell me, did I give you what you came for?” show the artist grappling with feelings of inadequacy and the fear of not meeting expectations, even as they continue to dance along to the rhythm of life.

[Outro]
The outro mirrors the themes presented in the bridge, reinforcing the cyclical nature of the artist’s struggles. The repetition of “I’ll keep dancin’ along to the rhythm” suggests a need to keep moving forward, even when faced with emotional fatigue and the harsh realities of life. The imagery of “a war of attrition” implies that survival is a long, drawn-out battle, but the artist remains committed to enduring it, despite the emotional scars. The outro leaves the listener with a sense of ambiguity, as the artist reflects on their journey without offering clear resolution.

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