Sleep of Oldominion, often known simply as Sleep, is an underground hip-hop artist hailing from Portland, Oregon, who has made a significant impact on the indie rap scene with his deep, introspective lyrics and his dedication to complex, challenging themes. Starting his career as a member of the Pacific Northwest collective Oldominion, Sleep distinguished himself as a solo artist with a prolific output characterized by its heartfelt narratives and intricate wordplay.

Sleep's body of work showcases his relentless drive and evolution as an artist. Some of his noteworthy releases include "Christopher," which came out with a bonus track version, delivering personal stories against a backdrop of dense, moody production. "Hesitation Wounds" dug even deeper to explore the raw edges of emotion and societal observation. "Oregon Failure" was a nod to his roots, a project where Sleep laid out the struggles and triumphs of life in the Pacific Northwest. This theme was echoed in "Crappie Killa," while "Sinking Ship" and "Boss Hogs" continued to illustrate Sleep's gifted lyrical prowess and heartfelt commentary on life's inexorable challenges and personal battles. Overall, Sleep's catalogue is a testament to the artist's ability to transform personal experience into universally relatable and compelling music.