The Sleeping Beauty has long been a magical journey into the world of enchantment, love, and a cursed sleep. But what happens when you take that classic tale and add a modern, fun twist? A playlist that reimagines the ballet’s spellbinding world through songs that all have one thing in common: sleep!
Whether you’re tapping your toes to rock classics or swaying to dreamy ballads, this playlist is designed to entertain, enchant, and remind you that sleep—whether cursed or welcomed—can be a whole lot of fun! So, press play, close your eyes, and let yourself be swept away into the world of dreams.
- “Enter Sandman” – Metallica
A haunting track that captures the mysterious, sometimes unsettling side of sleep and dreams. - “Dreams” – Fleetwood Mac
A classic song about dreams and the blurred line between the dream world and reality, perfect for a modern The Sleeping Beauty tale. - “Asleep” – The Smiths
A soft, melancholic song that mirrors the peaceful yet somber aspect of sleep. - “I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead” – Bon Jovi
A high-energy track, reflecting the urgency and tension before the curse of sleep takes hold of Aurora. - “Talking In Your Sleep” – The Romantics
A playful, dreamy song that hints at the mystery of what happens when we fall into slumber. - “No Sleep Till Brooklyn” – Beastie Boys
A lively, defiant song representing the determination to stay awake and battle against Aurora’s curse. - “Only In Dreams” – Weezer
A dreamy, soft track about love and longing, reminiscent of the Prince’s quest to awaken Aurora. - “In My Dreams” – REO Speedwagon
A ballad reflecting the romantic hope that dreams will bring love and fulfillment, much like Aurora’s story. - “Golden Slumbers” – The Beatles
A gentle, lullaby-like song symbolizing the peacefulness of sleep and the longing for awakening. - “Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me” – The Smiths
A melancholy song about dreaming of love, fitting for the romantic undertones of The Sleeping Beauty. - “Dream On” – Aerosmith
An iconic rock ballad reflecting the journey of dreaming and fighting for one’s destiny, much like Aurora’s fate. - “Lullaby” – The Cure
A haunting lullaby, reflecting the darker side of sleep and the spell cast over Aurora. - “Wake Me up When September Ends” – Green Day
A song about longing to wake up from sleep and escape life’s difficulties, much like Aurora awaiting her awakening. - “Dreams” – The Cranberries
A dreamy, ethereal song that evokes the light, magical quality of The Sleeping Beauty’s story. - “Awake” – Tycho
A calming, ambient instrumental track, representing the ethereal world of dreams and sleep. - “Sleeping In” – The Postal Service
A soft, reflective song capturing the peaceful and comforting side of sleep. - “I Go To Sleep” – Sia
A soothing and emotional ballad about the release that sleep brings, mirroring Aurora’s descent into slumber.
