Sleep Child Royalty Free Download MP3
14. Mar, 2008 
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If you are stressed out and having trouble relaxing – listen to this song two times and call me in the morning. I wrote and recorded Sleep Child and played all the guitars and bass. My friend Barry sang backup vocals and for the life of me I can’t remember the drummer’s name.
Sleep Child
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Lyrics
I used to stay up, all night,
Thinking that I could get everything right.
If only I could correct my mistakes
Ahh, but that’s not what it takes.
Problems would haunt me
and I’d let them in.
Words would upset me
“I should have told them!”
Sooner or later, I’d prove I’m a man…
Bridge
Oh, I did not understand
Then Jesus spoke to me
He said I am in control
Of the things you cannot see
Chorus
And He said
You can sleep child
I’ll be up all night working on this
You can rest now
It’ll be all right
Don’t you worry – I’ve got a plan
I’ve got you right here in the palm of my hand.
Verse 2
So I started thinking
This had to be true
Worry solves nothing
For me and for you
And, since you’ll be up Lord
I’ll just get some rest
And He said “There you go
You just passed the test
Chorus
And He said
You can sleep child
I’ll be up all night working on this
You can rest now
It’ll be all right
Don’t you worry – I’ve got a plan
I’ve got you right here in the palm of my hand.
From One Line in a Radio Interview
I was stressed out and wondering what to do about a situation I had nearly no way to influence when I heard Larry Burkett say on the radio how that exactly described him as a stressed out businessman.
Then he read a Bible verse that said God did not sleep and that while we slept, was on the job looking out for us and working things out. When I heard that – I wrote the song Sleep Child which I am including here for you.
If this song rings helpful to you – please leave your comment below – and feel free to download it as my gift of peace of mind to you.
Twitter was not even a gleam in a geek’s eye when this song was recorded, but if you like it, shout it out!
Rick – this is an awesome song – thanks for sharing!
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What an incredible song! I really enjoyed it!! I just made a $10 donation to your Guitar Fund …
I would encourage everyone else who hears this song and appreciates the message to also MAKE A DONATION!!! If everyone chips in (even just a little bit) it would help Rick “replace” his stolen stuff.
I’ll be sharing this post with everyone I know, too!! =)
Thanks for the encouragement, Rick!
Hi Rick What a surprise? Beautiful song and I hope you get your guitar very soon. How could I not send you a donation? AnneMarie
NOTE FROM RICK: AnneMarie, I added your URL http: http://www.debts-challenge.com - Thanks for the kind words… Rick
AWESOME!! I love it! I hope it is okay for me to share it and I hope it brings you some great donations.
Thank you Tami – Ben and Marianne and AnnMarie!
Rick,
Sleep child!
What are you doing responding to comments at 3:46 AM?
Cool tune,
Walt
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Thanks for the song Rick. I hope the project helps your healing.
Hi Rick,what a sad story, I have a Status Bass (it’s a bit of a rare one from the UK) that I bought in 1988. I reckon it must have done something like 2,500 gigs in those years, if I lost it I would be gutted. So yes I’d love to send you some cash, after all without you, I would never have made it to Vegas and I would never have been able to turn my internet business from pocket money into decent cash:)
Since I was in Vegas in September I have bought a little wooden chalet in The French Alps so my daughter can have a garden. Look how much she loves it:
http://www.maddylomas.com/2008/03/10/snow-white-costume/
You’re a star Rick!
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Rick,
Your song was awesome.
You’ve given so much to all of us.
I’ve given $10 to your fund.
Thank you for everything.
I truly appreciate you.
Bob Cotto
HI Rick,
Great song! Who knew you were so talented? Sorry to hear about your missing guitars.
Phil
I am amazed at how many people are making donations, thank you all so much.
Rick!
I’ve been a radio DJ over 20 years! I LOVE the song!
When I heard the first lick, I liked it, but then when you mentioned the word JESUS (my FAVORITE word in the whole universe!) I REALLY loved it!
Please let us know if you take in enough to replace the guitar.
Thanks!
John Abbott
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Wonderful song Rick. You’re a great musician. It’s amazing what talents internet marketers have!
@ John Abbott – Jesus is my favorite as well. I got to read Philippians 2:6-11 in Mass today, “Therefore God highly exalted Him and gave Him the Name that is above every Name…”
Love the message of the song. Personally, I tend to suffer from anxiety and at the beginning of the year, I was all stressed out because it seemed like I had way too much on my plate….yada yada yada…..
So I prayed a lot about it etc. and I was shown that there is nothing to worry about…that our relationship with God is what is important and just focus on that and everything else will be okay.
What a relief!!!
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I’m not sure about sleeping with the rhythm of this song. Love it Rick! Really really niceee. You are a bundle of surprises. Thanks so much for sharing. And “don’t you worry” It’ll soon be alright.
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Hi Again Rick,
As I emailed you, I must have listened to the song about 10 times today! I LOVE it!
Well, since Monday is St Patricks Day, I made a video of “the Unicorn Song” that I’d like to share with you. Since I can NOT sing, maybe people will appreciate YOUR song even more!
Here it is:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhT4cQt6xL0
Thanks! Happy St Patricks Day!
John Abbott
Hi Rick,
I’ve also heard the verse that Larry quoted….Awesome song… Thank you. Often wish I could sleep like a baby & not a care in the world!
I have a teenager who is very attached to his guitars.. and your ‘favourite’ guitar can never really be ‘replaced’.
P.S. The download link is working for the Listen but not on the Download section.
Thanks Rick. I fell in love with you after I read your book “The Big Butts Of Life” Really inspiring – one of my favorites. Beautiful song too.
PEACE-
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Hey thanks so much for your wonderful words… I don’t get a lot of Hopi Elders on the website!
I was informed just now that the download link wasn’t working for the song – so I’ve just fixed it (darn computers are SO fickle about being precise!)
Really grateful for each person who has commented here…
Rick Butts
Thanks Rick, beautiful song with an important message to us all, I know I am grateful that I am not “in charge”. You have shared a wonderful blessing with us.
Take care,
Connie
Thank you very much Connie.
I’ve fixed the download link – so it is now downloadable!
Rick
Great song, Rick, very encouraging. I have a Yamaha acoustic, too. Would be bummed if mine got stolen. You got a ten spot from me for sure.
Really appreciate Larry Burkett. His “Business By The Book” is one of my all-time fav’s and I’ve used it’s principles with my coaching clients many times over the years.
My condolences about your dad. Having your stuff stolen on top of it and dealing with a hospital stay sounds like your really going through the fire. Keep in His hand and you will come through like precious gold.
Praying for you…
Dave
Love the song…finally had a few moments to listen to it. Thanks for sending the link.
Tried to make a donation, but it kept kicking me out.
Sorry to hear about your Dad!
Kerry
Just stumbled on this lovely song…soothing tune and comforting lyrics. Thanks!
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awwwww, thanks Stevie!
Rick
I like the cute child.
Rick:
This is a fantastic song, and one that I really needed to hear today. Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your gift with us.
I made a donation to your fund – and I will look forward to spending some more time here on your site.
Have a great weekend,
Traci
thank you for the download.. i love this song btw..
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thank you very much Rick! this song is very inspirative. sometimes we should be like a child, eventhough we have been already adult or etc. wish you all the best…{^-^}
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