Go to Sleep (Loïc Nottet song)

2017 single by Loïc Nottet"Go to Sleep"Single by Loïc NottetReleased22 December 2017Length3:17LabelSonySongwriterNottetProducerNottetLoïc Nottet singles chronology

"Doctor" (2017)

"Go to Sleep" (2017)

"On Fire" (2018)

"Go to Sleep" is a song by Belgian singer Loïc Nottet, released on 22 December 2017 for digital download by Sony Music Entertainment. Written and produced by Nottet, the song was released in celebration of Christmas. Musically it is a minimally produced piano ballad whose lyrics discuss love and friendship in difficult times. Music critics gave positive reviews of "Go to Sleep", praising the song's message and nature, as well as Nottet's vocal delivery. An accompanying music video was uploaded onto Nottet's YouTube channel simultaneously with the single's release, and was directed by Sidney van Wichelen. It portrays the singer and a woman performing choreography in front of a Christmas tree and a bench placed in front of it. For further promotion, Nottet performed "Go to Sleep" during VivaCité's Viva for Life programme on 22 December 2017. Commercially, the song reached the Ultratip rankings in both the Flanders and Wallonia regions of Belgium.

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"Go to Sleep"

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"Go to Sleep" is the first single that Loïc Nottet wrote and produced by himself. It was digitally released on 22 December 2017 by Sony Music Entertainment, in celebration of Christmas. A minimally produced piano ballad, Nottet's vocal delivery is set in piano. According to Roy Knoops of ESCToday, "Go to Sleep" lyrically discusses "the power of love and friendship, even in difficult times". Lyrics include: "Don't you worry babe so go to sleep/And save your tears/I know the dreamer last within/Let's wish to fly/Just you and I/So close your eyes to stop your cries/Baby go to sleep".

[edit] Music critics met "Go to Sleep" with favourable reviews upon its release. ESCToday's Roy Knoops called the song "gentle yet poignant", while noting that it "captures the true spirit of the Christmas season". Julien Goncalves of PureMédias labelled the song "heartbreaking", and Virgin Radio pointed out "sweetness, love and tenderness". Christophe Segard, writing for website Aficia, praised the "power and softness" of "Go to Sleep" and commended Nottet's vocal delivery. Jonathan Vautrey of Wiwibloggs likened the track to material released by Australian singer Sia, particularly "Snowflake" from her eight studio album Everyday Is Christmas (2017). He concluded: "If you’ve got some hyperactive kids in your family [..], then this could be the perfect song to help them get off to sleep, as well as for you to relax too at the end of a busy Christmas Day." Commercially, "Go to Sleep" attained minor success on record charts. In native Belgium, it reached number 13 on the Wallonian Ultratip chart, while being registered on the same ranking in the Flanders region.

[edit] An accompanying music video for "Go to Sleep" was uploaded onto Nottet's official YouTube channel on 22 December 2017. It was directed by Sidney van Wichelen and produced by Vansiproduction and Vangarde; Maxime Desmet and Jens Burrez were hired as director of photography and artistic director, respectively. During the visual, Nottet and a woman—wearing a red-black suit and a red dress, respectively—perform choreography in front of a Christmas tree. Goncalves of Pure Charts assumed that the woman played the singer's girlfriend. They also occasionally sit on a bench placed in front of the tree. Interspersed shots during the music video show Nottet singing to the song sporting a black shirt. Reviewers gave mixed reviews of the clip. An editor of Virgin Radio wrote that it was "full of grace and elegance" and labelled the choreography as "full of poetry". Although also praising the choreography, Segard of Aficia criticized "the square format of the clip and its staging [as] too poor" in comparison to the maximalist production of Nottet's previous visual for "Doctor" (2017). To further promote "Go to Sleep", Nottet performed it on VivaCité's Viva for Life programme on 22 December 2017.

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Chart (2017)

Peakposition

Belgium (Ultratip Flanders)

—N/a

Belgium (Ultratip Bubbling Under Wallonia)

13

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Region

Date

Format

Label

Various

22 December 2017

Digital download

Sony

While most Christmas playlists are dominated by jingles and upbeat choruses, Loïc Nottet’s "Go to Sleep" offers a gentle, piano‑driven respite. Its stripped‑back arrangement makes it perfect for moments when you want the season’s warmth without the usual fanfare – think late‑night candlelit dinners or a cosy sit‑down with family after the festive rush. The track’s measured tempo and intimate vocal tone help to create a reflective atmosphere, allowing listeners to savour the quieter side of the holidays. Pair it with a mug of tea and a good book for a truly calming Christmas evening.

Add "Go to Sleep" to the closing set of your holiday gathering playlist rather than the opening act. Its soothing piano chords work well as background music while you serve desserts or set out gift parcels, providing a subtle soundtrack that doesn’t compete with conversation. For a more immersive experience, dim the lights, light a few scented candles, and let the track play while you write Christmas cards – the lyrical focus on love and friendship dovetails nicely with personal messages. If you have a tiny home‑theatre or smart speaker, schedule it to start exactly at midnight on Christmas Eve for a reflective moment before the celebrations begin.

The song’s lyrical emphasis on staying close to loved ones during tough times resonates strongly during a season when many feel isolated. Unlike typical holiday tunes that centre on external celebrations, Nottet’s verses turn inward, reminding listeners that the true gift is emotional support. This perspective makes the track a subtle reminder to check in on friends who may be struggling, turning a simple listening experience into a small act of kindness. Use the song as a cue to send a quick text or a handwritten note; the music can act as a gentle prompt to reach out, turning a moment of personal enjoyment into a wider gesture of goodwill.