“Sleeping Pills” (feat. KOLE) by Kidswaste is an honest look at the “millennial burnout.” A song about feeling completely overwhelmed and needing an escape. A never-ending negative feedback loop where we are all so busy and preoccupied. We are caught up juggling our personal lives, our social media lives, and our dreams, that we look to ways of getting out. This escapist feeling is illustrated so well by KOLE and Kidswaste in “Sleeping Pills.”
The first time I listened to “Sleeping Pills” I fell in love with the production. French producer Kidswaste is one of the best new artists I’ve heard this year. From his bio: “Barely in his 20s, the multi-instrumentalist and songwriter satisfies his creative needs through three separate projects —Kidswaste, Beauvois and Slow Hours (a collaborative effort with five other producers). Kidswaste’s music has seen him tour across North America over the past 18 months with appearances at historic venues and landmark festivals alike.”
The second time I listened to “Sleeping Pills” I fell in love with the lyrics. Specifically in the build-up to the chorus.
It’s not physical, I’m not in control
Of what’s going on in my head
But I need an escape
Somewhere in this space
Far away from this sleepless place
And how can you not like the refrain?
I need sleeping pills
I need more from Kidswaste.
Find more from Kidswaste on his website, facebook, twitter, instagram, bandcamp, and soundcloud.
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