Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Louis Armstrong Lyrics

Stars shining bright above you
The singer sees the stars as a symbol of hope and positivity.

Night breezes seem to whisper, I love you
The singer expresses their love and desire through the whispering of the wind.

Birds singing in the sycamore tree
The beauty of nature is emphasized through the singing of the birds.

Dream a little dream of me
The artist desires to be remembered and thought of even in the listener's dreams.

Say nighty-night and kiss me
The artist extends a loving gesture of a night-time kiss to the listener.

Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
The singer longs for physical and emotional connection, expressing the fear of being forgotten by the listener.

While I'm alone and blue as can be
The singer feels lonely, sad and in need of comfort.

Stars fading but I linger on, dear (oh, how you linger on)
The artist expresses their unwillingness to let go of their memories and feelings, even as time passes by.

Still craving your kiss (how you crave my kiss)
The artist highlights the intensity of their desire and the pleasure that their loved one's kiss brings.

Now I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear
The artist does not want the night to end, as they wish to continue sharing moments with their loved one.

Just saying this (give me a little kiss)
The singer playfully asks for a precious kiss from their loved one.

Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you
The artist wishes the listener to have pleasant dreams and to wake up to a new day with joy and hope.

Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
The singer wants the listener to forget their concerns and anxieties and to focus on positive thoughts.

But in your dreams whatever they be
The singer acknowledges that everyone has different dreams and desires, telling the listener to pursue their own wishes.

Dream a little dream of me
The singer continues to express their wish to be remembered and thought of by the listener, even in their dreams.

You've gotta make me a promise (oh yes), promise to me
The artist wants the listener to make a vow or commitment to them, underscoring the importance of their relationship.

You'll dream, dream a little dream of me
The artist repeats their desire for the listener to remember and think of them in their dreams, emphasizing the importance of their connection.