Also impressive is Krauss's unwavering commitment to being an independent-label artist who has succeeded far beyond the scope of many major-label artists. She has circulated freely within pop, mainstream country and roots music circles, as a solo artist and with her long-time band Union Station, creating impeccably produced records that appeal to an equally wide-ranging and inquisitive audience. Krauss has continued doing things the old-fashioned way: following her heart and whatever path the music takes her on.
This Time The Dream's On Me
Alison Krauss Lyrics
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Wait and see
Oh, by the way
This time the dream's on me
You'll take my hand
And you'll look at me adoringly
But as things stand
It would be fun
To be certain that I'm the one
To know that I, at least
Supply the shoulder you cry upon
To see you through
Till you're everything you want to be
It can't be true but
This time the dream's on me
It would be fun
To be certain that I'm the one
To know that I, at least
Supply the shoulder you cry upon
To see you through
Till you're everything you want to be
It can't be true but
This time the dream's on me
Alison Krauss's song 'This Time The Dream's On Me' is a touching and romantic ballad about the unfulfilled love that the singer shares with someone she longs to be with. The song starts with an expression of hope - the hope that someday the two lovers will be together. The lyrics "Somewhere, someday we'll be close together, Wait and see" set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer then expresses her feelings towards this person - the longing to be close to them and to take their hand. The lines "You'll take my hand, And you'll look at me adoringly" convey a sense of intimacy and affection that the singer yearns for.
The song then takes a somber turn as the singer realizes that she cannot be with this person at the moment. The line "But as things stand, this time the dream's on me" portrays her disappointment and heartache. She wishes to be the one who supports and comforts the person she loves but realizes that this can only be a distant dream. Nonetheless, the singer remains hopeful that someday her dream will come true.
In the final verses, the singer reiterates her desire to be a source of strength and support to the person she loves. She wants to see them become everything they want to be and vows to see them through their ups and downs. However, the singer realizes that this may be an impossible dream. The final line, "It can't be true but, This time the dream's on me" is a bittersweet reminder of her love for this person and her hopes for their future together.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere, someday we'll be close together
We will eventually be reunited.
Wait and see
Just be patient and things will happen according to destiny.
Oh, by the way
As a side note,
This time the dream's on me
I will take the responsibility of making your dreams come true this time.
You'll take my hand
You will hold my hand.
And you'll look at me adoringly
You will look at me with love and affection.
But as things stand
However, as it is now,
This time the dream's on me
I will have to be the one to make your dreams come true this time.
It would be fun
It would be enjoyable to
To be certain that I'm the one
Know for sure that I am the one
To know that I, at least
To have the knowledge that I am, at least,
Supply the shoulder you cry upon
Be the person you can lean on when you need someone to cry to.
To see you through
To support you
Till you're everything you want to be
Until you have achieved everything you wish to become.
It can't be true but
Although it may seem unlikely,
This time the dream's on me
I will try my best to make your dreams come true this time.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer
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darlene longo
I think this one may be the best rendition..the more versions I listen to , the more confused I get...so many wonderful
Rogerio Silvestre
THIS ONE IS THE GREATEST!
bushbaby 1
Her voice is angelic. That is all .
Bob Abner Music
Who's the pianist -- TOO SMOOTH!!!!!! As is the sax player!!! Wish I knew who these folks were!!! I just LOVE great ballads!!! And both Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen are wonderful songwriters!!!
grooverunner
Piano: Alan Broadbent, Sax: Ernie Watts
ilovegreen324
Ooooooo DANG! towards the end of this song gives me goosebumps. Such a gorgeous song.
DragonHeart613
I really wish that Allison Krauss would do more Jazz & less country!!! She just has such a soulful voice as evident here, the best dam rendition of this Johnny Mercer classic!!! I wish she would do more music just like this :)
L. Romero
DragonHeart613 I totally agree with you, I've been wanting this record for a long time .
Louis Philippe
@DragonHeart613 You should check out Ella Fitzgerald's version of this ballad if you love Allison's take here! But though Ella's the queen of jazz, Allison does make her run for her money via this recording
DragonHeart613
Great Book. Great Movie. Great Soundtrack. Now if only the rest of the songs could be uploaded.