Discover the story of the song > I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead – Set It Off

The protagonist in the song is an insomniac who struggles to sleep at night, even with medication. He lies in bed, feeling hopeless as he stares at the clock and bounces off the walls. He talks to himself and eventually comes to the realization that he'll probably only be able to sleep when he's dead. The song explores the frustration and desperation that comes with insomnia.