SWEET DREAMS
ノラ・ジョーンズ & Jim Campilongo Lyrics


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Sweet dreams of you every night I go through
Why can't I forget you and start my life anew
Instead of having sweet dreams about you
You don't love me, it's plain I should know

I'll never wear your ring, I should hate you
The whole night through
Instead of having sweet dreams about you

Sweet dreams of you, things I know can't come true




Why can't I forget the past, start loving someone new
Instead of having sweet dreams about you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Sweet Dreams" by ノラ・ジョーンズ & Jim Campilongo display the sorrow one feels after being left behind by someone who was once so precious. The song is a lament for a love that has gone awry and a wish for a new beginning. The lyrics convey the haunting melody, which is almost like a lullaby that soothes the singer's aching heart. The opening lines of the song express the turmoil that the singer is going through, as she is plagued by sweet dreams of the person she wants to forget. The lyrics are emotive and poetic in their simplicity, which allows the listener to identify with the pain and disappointment of lost love. The song's structure also adds to its melancholic mood. The verses' repetition highlights the singer's struggle to move past her feelings, while the chorus serves as a release from her pain. The melody also enhances this sense of sadness, which is why it is such a popular choice during funerals.


The song's lyrics speak to many people's experiences, which helped make it a hit. The song topped charts in Canada and was a commercial hit worldwide. Its popularity no doubt stems from its themes of heartache, loss, and moving on, which are universal feelings. The song's nostalgic and bittersweet nature is a sentiment that people can relate to. The song has been covered by several artists, including Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris. As mentioned above, the song is often associated with funerals or other somber events. Its haunting melody and emotive lyrics evoke feelings of sorrow and longing, making it a fitting tribute for those who have passed on.


Line by Line Meaning

Sweet dreams of you every night I go through
I can't help but think of you every night as I try to fall asleep.


Why can't I forget you and start my life anew
I wish I could move on from you and start fresh with someone else.


Instead of having sweet dreams about you
I don't want to keep dreaming about you anymore.


You don't love me, it's plain I should know
I understand that you don't have feelings for me.


I'll never wear your ring, I should hate you
I won't ever marry you and I know I should feel angry with you.


The whole night through
I'll be thinking of you all night long.


Instead of having sweet dreams about you
I want to stop dreaming of you.


Sweet dreams of you, things I know can't come true
I dream of things with you that I know can never happen.


Why can't I forget the past, start loving someone new
I wish I could move on from our history and find love with someone else.


Instead of having sweet dreams about you
I don't want to keep dreaming of you anymore.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Don Gibson

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