In July 2020, Harry Styles unveiled something unprecedented that quickly sent his fans into a frenzy. However, it wasn’t a new album or a tour announcement; it was, in fact, a bedtime story.
This unique creation, titled “Dream With Me,” was produced as part of a series on the Calm sleep and meditation app. To the astonishment of many, Styles’ bedtime narrative became an instant sensation. In a remarkable turn of events, the demand was so overwhelming that the Calm app experienced a temporary crash on the day of its release due to an inundation of eager listeners. Since its debut, “Dream With Me” has continued to maintain its status as one of Calm’s most sought-after sleep stories. While exact statistics remain undisclosed, the combined listens of “Dream With Me” and another story titled “Wonder” have surged past the remarkable milestone of 30 million. Notably, the voice behind “Wonder” is none other than the charismatic actor Matthew McConaughey.
Yet, it’s not merely the enchanting voices of Styles and McConaughey that have been lulling individuals into a peaceful slumber. In recent years, the phenomenon of celebrity sleep stories has steadily gained traction, with renowned figures taking on the soothing role of narrators for bedtime tales accompanied by tranquil music or ambient sounds. Calm’s expansive collection of these sleep stories also features notable names such as Stephen Fry, Cillian Murphy, and Mary Berry, all contributing to the growing trend of using celebrity voices to provide a serene bedtime experience.
