Union Station is the traditionalist/americana band behind powerhouse singer… Read Full Bio ↴Union Station is the traditionalist/americana band behind powerhouse singer and violinist Alison Krauss. Krauss has alternated between recording solo records and records with Union Station as a part of her contract with Rounder Records.

While membership has varied over the years, the current band lineup includes:
Barry Bales on stand-up bass
Ron Block on banjo and guitar
Jerry Douglas on Dobro
Dan Tyminski on guitar and vocals

Former members include Adam Steffey and Tim Stafford.

This Time The Dream's On Me
Alison Krauss & Union Station Lyrics

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Somewhere, someday we'll be close together, 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, 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.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Alison Krauss & Union Station's "This Time the Dream's on Me" are about a hopeful lover who is eagerly waiting for a time when they will finally be closer to the person they love. The first line of the song, "Somewhere, someday we'll be close together, wait and see," sets the tone for the song's optimistic and dreamy mood. The singer's wishful thinking continues as they imagine holding the hand of the person they love and being looked at with adoration.

The chorus of the song reveals the singer's desire to be the support system for their beloved. The lyrics, "But as things stand, this time the dream's on me... To see you through, till you're everything you want to be," echoes the singer's willingness to be there for the person they love and help them achieve their dreams. However, there is also an undercurrent of doubt in these lyrics, highlighted by the phrase, "it can't be true." This doubt points towards the fact that the singer is still unsure about whether their love will ever come into fruition or not.

Overall, Alison Krauss & Union Station's "This Time the Dream's on Me" is a beautiful and hopeful song that captures the essence of love and longing. The dreamy melody, combined with the heartfelt lyrics, makes this song a perfect addition to any playlist focused on romance and hope.

Line by Line Meaning

Somewhere, someday we'll be close together, wait and see.
At some point in the future, we will be near to each other. It's uncertain when, but we'll have to wait for it to happen.

Oh, by the way, this time the dream's on me.
I want to take responsibility for our dreams and make them a reality.

You'll take my hand, and you'll look at me adoringly.
You will hold my hand and look at me with love and admiration.

But as things stand, this time the dream's on me.
Despite circumstances, I am the one who will take charge of making our shared dream come true.

It would be fun to be certain that I'm the one.
It would be satisfying to know that I am the person you want to be with.

To know that I at least supply the shoulder you cry upon.
If nothing else, I am the one who can comfort you when you need it.

To see you through, till you're everything you want to be.
I want to support you until you reach all of your goals and become the person you desire to be.

It can't be true but, this time the dream's on me.
Even though it seems unlikely, I am determined to make our dream a reality.

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Comments from YouTube:

darlene longo

7y↑8

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

6y↑2

Her voice is angelic. That is all .

Bob Abner Music

6y↑6

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

6y↑3

Ooooooo DANG! towards the end of this song gives me goosebumps. Such a gorgeous song.

DragonHeart613

10y↑18

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

9y↑3

@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

12y↑2

Great Book. Great Movie. Great Soundtrack. Now if only the rest of the songs could be uploaded.

Carlotta Vigna

9y↑2

This song was written for a movie called, "Blues in the Night". I watched it this weekend and really enjoyed it. This song is played with an upbeat tempo in that movie and you hear it a lot in the background. If you like movies from the 40's, I say check it out. Really fun.

Lydia Lilli

7y↑1

Best rendition of this song is by the great Ella Fitzgerald. Her version is just beautiful and was featured in the film "Torch Song Trilogy".

Catherine

Lydia Lilli your right I have a copy of the movie (LOVE IT) This song is a highlight

Raymond Murtihardjana

Why isn't this on Spotify?

Tony Lombardo

4y↑1

Great job, but it’s not for me. I hear Ella’s version in my head and in my heart.

Nelson Lugo

5y↑3

much of the film was done in nawlins not savannah...
regardless, i love her, johnny and savannah. saw her perform at the mercer theatre here. wowww

Barry Lee Dejasu

10y↑6

Is this the song that plays at the very end of the film, just as the credits begin to crawl over a shot of that beautiful statue?

James Harris

Yes, Alison sings it wonderfully. Hell, Alison sings anything wonderfully. However, this belongs to June Christy.

Barry Lee Dejasu

10y↑1

THANK you. I would catch the very-very end of the movie on HBO, over and over, back after the movie had come out on TV, and I'd always hear that song playing over the statue, and think to myself, "Wow, what a beautiful song! I have to watch the movie!" Thanks for solving a 15+ year mystery!

Cristobal Otero

10y↑1

Exactly!

Lune de Jazz - Groupe Musical

Wonderfull

Alexandra Torrealba Conquista

Gracias mí Roberto Chacón te quiere tu hija 💛

Ruth Hildenbrandt

unusual song and singer.

Moments Inside

4y↑4

Taekook Taekook TAEKOOK

Catherine

Originally written for Judy Garland, who Mercer adored.. Such a gorgeous song..

Vladimir Dorta

Just as everything Mercer wrote.

J Grant

4y↑1

They were in fact on-and-off lovers for decades.

arvin litan

10y↑5

i love savannah....

DragonHeart613

10y

@arvin litan Everytime I watch MinTGofG&E I fall more & more in love with Savannah!!! I pray to God that one day I'll get the chance to finally visit there & enjoy the sights (The Mercer Mansion would most definitely be my 1st stop), the people, the food & the music there :)