Dream On
Amy Macdonald Lyrics


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Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh

Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh

Never gonna be on my own
It's clear as the day
Never gonna cast my anchor out
I'm a free spirit, torn in a way
I can't stay here for too long
I got to keep on moving on
Nothing fades as nothing changes
This old place is driving me crazy

Live on and dream on
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back
Live on and dream on
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back

I was living for the weekend
And the drinks are on me
Skipping school and cutting out
I wish this world would let me be
Trying to catch a feeling
Trying to find myself
We ran out into temptations
'Cause this old place is driving me crazy

Live on and dream on
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back
Live on and dream on
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back

I miss you when I'm gone
I'm still playing the same old songs
Dance like we used to do
But I'm better without you
Better without you

Live on and dream on
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back
Live on and dream on
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back
The time is now
I cast my anchor down
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back
The time is now
I cast my anchor down
I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I'm on top of the world and I won't look back

Na na na na na na na na




Na na na na na na na na
Ooh, ooh

Overall Meaning

The song "Dream On" by Amy Macdonald is about a desire for freedom and a need for change. The singer is a free spirit who cannot be tied down to one place or one person. She wants to keep moving on and exploring new things. The lyrics express a sense of restless energy and a longing to escape the monotony of everyday life. The singer is determined to live life to the fullest and to pursue her dreams, no matter what obstacles she may face.


The song has a clear message of self-empowerment and resilience. It encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and to never give up on their dreams. The line "Live on and dream on" is a reminder that life is short and that we should make the most of every moment. The chorus reinforces this message, with the repetition of the phrase "I'm on top of the world and I won't look back."


Overall, the song "Dream On" is an uplifting and empowering anthem about living life to the fullest and pursuing one's dreams no matter what. It is a message of hope and optimism that encourages listeners to keep pushing forward, even in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Never gonna be on my own
I have enough support and company to never feel lonely


It's clear as the day
It's very obvious


Never gonna cast my anchor out
I won't settle down in one place


I'm a free spirit, torn in a way
Although I enjoy my freedom, I am conflicted


I can't stay here for too long
I get restless and need to move on


I got to keep on moving on
I need to keep progressing in life


Nothing fades as nothing changes
If nothing changes, things will stay the same


This old place is driving me crazy
I'm going crazy being in this familiar place for too long


Live on and dream on
Keep moving forward while holding onto your dreams


I'm on top of the world and I'm on the right track
I am confident and making progress in my life


I won't look back
I won't dwell on the past


I was living for the weekend
I was only looking forward to partying and having fun


And the drinks are on me
I'm treating my friends by buying them drinks


Skipping school and cutting out
I was avoiding responsibilities and skipping school


I wish this world would let me be
I want to live my life without being restricted by society's expectations


Trying to catch a feeling
I'm trying to find happiness and fulfillment in life


Trying to find myself
I'm searching for my true identity and purpose in life


We ran out into temptations
We indulged in risky or dangerous behavior


I miss you when I'm gone
I feel nostalgia for the past


I'm still playing the same old songs
I'm still holding onto the memories associated with certain songs


Dance like we used to do
Remembering past experiences and emotions


But I'm better without you
I am happier and better off without that person


The time is now
This is the opportune moment


I cast my anchor down
I am anchored in one place now


Na na na na na na na na
Vocalization without discernible meaning


Ooh, ooh
Vocalization without discernible meaning




Lyrics ยฉ Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AMY ELIZABETH MACDONALD, BENJAMIN GEORGE PARKER, JAMES CHRISTOPHER ALEX SIMS

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outside7

You definitely can hear if music is written personally or produced ... all her songs have that special kind of touch authenticity to them.

Richard Adamson

How can this song have so little views ? Its brilliant!

Moti

Great singer, great songwriter.
Live or on CD she is one of the best singers ever.
Thanks for existing.

Steve Cline

Love her voice. and this song

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