Sleep Can Wait (Cousin Love) 🎶

Met you when I was a baby, first memory at six years old, Girlie sleepovers, secrets shared, stories that we told. You were my play buddy growing up, like an older sister to me, Coolest cousin, always looked up, that's how it's meant to be. Running 'round the house at ten PM, strict bedtime we defied, You made it through the open door, I hit the frame—A&E that night! But that's the kind of chaos we create when we're side by side. Sweet Valley High and late-night schemes, You taught me what cousin love means. Sleep can wait, sleep can wait, We got stories piling up too great. From childhood sleepovers to Miami days, Already dancing while they think we're on the way. Heartfelt and playful, that's our song, Cousin love so deep and strong. Sleep can wait, sleep can wait, This bond won't hesitate. Flash forward, you're in Miami, I'm living down the way, Work conference coming up but first—let's have a pool party day. Bottomless mimosas flowing at that stush bikini scene, Emma snuck along without your boss knowing where she'd been! You toppled off a giant swan, inflatable flamingo queen, I got the photo evidence, funniest thing I've ever seen. Too many drinks, you're sleeping poolside, bouncers come around, "No sleeping allowed here, ladies"—but you still held your ground. Next morning, conference ready, like nothing ever happened, You pulled it off, a total pro, your secret Miami caption. Got into pool parties when we weren't on the list, "Don't tell Mum" became our motto, every rule we'd twist. Spontaneous, fun-first, logistics come later, That's your warning label, cousin, chaos generator. Doing your own nails at home, that drilling motor sound, Emma thinking something else—only you, Soph, I swear to God! Your art ability, wish I had that gift like you, Dolphin in the water, graceful chaos coming through. Sleep can wait, sleep can wait, We got memories we celebrate. From running wild at six years old, To Miami heat and stories told. Heartfelt and playful, soca beat, Cousin love can't be beat. Sleep can wait, sleep can wait, This bond won't ever fade. From childhood sleepovers to grown-up escapades, You're the cousin-sister I'd dig graves for any day. Late-night mischief, laughter loud, the kind of bond where sleep can wait, Forty years of you, Sophie—this is why we celebrate. Modern soul with retro feel, powerful female vocals with raw emotional delivery, jazzy brass and vintage rhythm section, Motown-influenced with contemporary edge, heartfelt and playful storytelling about sisterly bond, upbeat groovy bassline with nostalgic warmth Annette - Sophie, My Daughterin-Law Verse 1) Sophie, my daughter-in-law, You're my lovely daughter-in-law, Of whom I'm very proud. You're tall and very beautiful, You stand out in a crowd. You're my vivacious daughter-in-law, Full of fun and smart. You're witty and you make me laugh, You always look the part. You're my clever daughter-in-law, Articulate and wise. There is no competition, You'll always get top prize. You are my precious daughter-in-law, Our families now are one. I love you like a daughter, So glad you married my son. You're my forty-year-old daughter-in-law, So very young at heart. You dance and lime all night long, You make the party start. So have a brilliant birthday, I wish I could be there. Cartagena, here you come, You and James, a special pair! Warm reggae rhythm, gentle female vocals, classic one-drop beat with offbeat guitar, uplifting and heartfelt, steady bass groove, motherly love song, positive island vibes, celebratory and tender lan - Step-Dad-in-Law Sophie... this one's for you, From a Step-Dad-in-Law whose love rings true, May not be official... but the bond is real, Forty years of brilliance—here's how I feel!(Verse 1 - Powerful chest voice, building) Being welcomed into your life, into your sacred fold, Means more to me than precious silver, more than gold! Step-Dad-in-Law—no legal title bears my name, But the love and respect behind it? Eternal flame!You stood for me in Liverpool 1 that fateful day, When strangers cast their judgment, YOU made them pay! Called me family when the world said otherwise, Sophie, that moment opened up my eyes!(Pre-Chorus - Falsetto highs with harmonies) Surprise arrival! Trinidad! Eddie's door! Annette's shock and laughter—memories to the core!(Chorus - Multi-tracked harmonies, explosive) YOU'RE THE BEST! PARTY! ORGANISER! MANOR DRIVE IN FLAMES OF GLORY HIGHER! TAXI DRIVER DUTIES—ANNETTE VOLUNTEERS MY SOUL! ROLLING EYES BUT LOVING EVERY SINGLE ROLE!YOUR HUSBAND SAVED MY LIFE THAT FRIGHTFUL NIGHT! FIVE STORIES HIGH—NO GLASS—HELD ON TIGHT! WOULD'VE RUINED YOUR PARTY IF I'D FALLEN THROUGH! STEP-DAD-IN-LAW—THIS ANTHEM'S FOR YOU!(Verse 2 - Electric guitars join, driving drums) Horse racing glory! Tickets paid with generous heart! Meals and memories—you've been there from the start! Annette's birthday Barbados—beach beneath our feet, Befriended vagrant strangers—your kindness bittersweet!Too polite to mention what you clearly knew, That's the Sophie magic shining through and through! Glastonbury festival—camping all weekend long, You were JEALOUS of our caravan while singing freedom's song!(Bridge - Theatrical break, orchestral swell) You and your husband... camping with the plebs below, While Annette and I... had comfort in our mobile chateau! (Sorry, darling!)SOHO NIGHTS TOGETHER! LIGHTS AND REVELRY! RIVER BOAT ADVENTURES! ME YOUR CAPTAIN FREE! CARAVAN EXCURSIONS THROUGH THE COUNTRYSIDE! KEG OF ALE AWAITING EVERY TIME YOU'D ARRIVE!(Guitar Solo - 16 bars, explosive climax)(Verse 3 - Building intensity) You've welcomed me with open arms from day one's dawn, Invited us to celebrations from dusk till morn! Standing up for me when others turned away, Calling me Step-Dad-in-Law—YOU MADE MY DAY!Fun and radiant presence lighting every room, Trinidad to London—you dispel the gloom! Best party organiser—EVERYONE AGREES! Sophie, you're the force that brings us to our knees!(Pre-Chorus - Soaring falsetto) From surprise arrivals to your husband's saving grace, Preserving your party from a tragic fall from space!(Final Chorus - Full orchestra, stadium reverb) YOU'RE THE BEST! PARTY! ORGANISER! MANOR DRIVE AND SOHO—SPIRITS RISING HIGHER! TAXI DRIVER DUTIES—ANNETTE VOLUNTEERS MY TIME! ROLLING EYES BUT TREASURING EVERY SINGLE CLIMB!YOUR HUSBAND SAVED MY LIFE WHEN HE GRABBED HOLD THAT NIGHT! FIVE STORIES UP—BLINDS BLOWING—GRIPPING TIGHT! WOULD'VE WRECKED YOUR PARTY IF I'D FALLEN THROUGH THE AIR! STEP-DAD-IN-LAW—KNOWS YOU TRULY CARE!(Bridge breakdown - Theatrical spoken/sung) What I appreciate MOST... (and I know you do too...) Is how happy I make Annette... always there... always true... BUT YOU... Sophie... YOU made me family... When titles didn't matter... YOU SET ME FREE!(Final Climax - All instruments, full power) GLASTONBURY JEALOUSY! CARAVAN SUPREME! RIVER BOATS AND RACING! LIVING OUT THE DREAM! FROM THE UK TO TRINIDAD WHEREVER YOU MAY ROAM! STEP-DAD-IN-LAW LOVES YOU—YOU'VE MADE THIS HOUSE A HOME!HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOPHIE! FORTY YEARS OF LIGHT! HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOPHIE! YOU'VE MADE EVERYTHING RIGHT! STEP-DAD-IN-LAW... FOREVER... BY YOUR SIDE! HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOPHIE—MY ETERNAL PRIDE!(Outro - Grand piano returns, orchestral fade) Happy birthday... Sophie... This one's... for... you...