A Dream
Bobby Caldwell & Jack Splash Lyrics

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Midnight, you heavy laden, it's midnight
Come on and trade in your old dreams for new
Your new dreams for old
I know where they're bought
I know where they're sold
Midnight, you've got to get there at midnight
And you'll be met there by others like you
Brothers as blue

Smiling on the street of dreams

Love laughs at a king
Kings don't mean a thing
On the street of dreams
Dreams broken in two can be made like new
On the street of dreams
Gold, sliver and gold
All you can hold is in the moonbeams
Poor, no one is poor
Long as love is sure
On the street of dreams

Midnight, look at the steeple, it's midnight
Unhappy people, it's ringing with joy
It's ringing with cheer
'Cause yesterday's gone
Tomorrow is near
Midnight, the heart is lighter at midnight
Things will be brighter the moment you find
More of your kind
Smiling on the street of dreams

Love laughs at a king
Kings don't mean a thing
On the street of dreams
Dreams broken in two can be made like new
On the street of dreams
Gold, sliver and gold
All you can hold is in the moonbeams
Poor, no one is poor

Long as love is sure
On the street of dreams

Overall Meaning

The song "Street of Dreams" by Bobby Caldwell speaks to the idea of finding solace and happiness in a place called the "street of dreams." This street is a metaphorical place where people come to trade in their old dreams for new ones, where love and acceptance reign, and where poverty does not exist as long as love is present. The song encourages listeners to seek out this street, describing it as a place where "brothers as blue" are met with kindred spirits who are also seeking a better life. Ultimately, the song suggests that the key to happiness is not wealth or status, but rather finding true connection and love on the street of dreams.

The lyrics describe a kind of midnight rendezvous, where the disenchanted gather to find renewal and hope. The street is a place where social hierarchies are irrelevant and everyone is equal. The song acknowledges the reality of heartache and setbacks, but insists that the future can be brightened by the love and connection found on the street of dreams.

Overall, "Street of Dreams" is an uplifting song that encourages listeners to seek out a better life, to embrace love and share it with others. The street of dreams is a place where anyone can find a new beginning, a place where sorrows can be overcome, and where dreams can come to fruition.

Line by Line Meaning

Midnight, you heavy laden, it's midnight
It's midnight, you are struggling with a heavy burden.

Come on and trade in your old dreams for new
Exchange your old, unfulfilled desires for new, exciting ones.

Your new dreams for old
Trade in your new goals for the old ones you may have abandoned.

I know where they're bought
I can help you find new dreams.

I know where they're sold
I know where to find people who have already found their new dreams.

Midnight, you've got to get there at midnight
You need to arrive at a certain place at midnight.

And you'll be met there by others like you
You'll find people there who can relate to your struggles.

Brothers as blue
They are sad, like you.

Smiling on the street of dreams
Despite their sadness, they are hopeful and happy on this magical street.

Love laughs at a king
Love overcomes social hierarchies and inequality.

Kings don't mean a thing
Material wealth and status are not important on the street of dreams.

Dreams broken in two can be made like new
Even if your dreams have been shattered, they can be restored and rejuvenated.

Gold, sliver and gold
Everything that glitters and sparkles can be found here.

All you can hold is in the moonbeams
The abundance of dreams and possibilities on the street of dreams is infinite.

Poor, no one is poor
No one lacks anything essential on this street as love is ubiquitous and free.

Long as love is sure
As long as love is present, everyone has enough.

Midnight, look at the steeple, it's midnight
The clock tower will remind you when it's time to go searching for your dreams.

Unhappy people, it's ringing with joy
The church bell ringing in the middle of the night serves as a beacon of hope to unhappy people.

It's ringing with cheer
The bell is calling everyone to find joy and hope.

'Cause yesterday's gone
The past is in the past and it's okay to let it go.

Tomorrow is near
A new day is coming, full of possibilities and new beginnings.

Things will be brighter the moment you find
Once you find your dreams, your life will become brighter and more fulfilling.

More of your kind
You'll find others who share your dreams and passions.

Smiling on the street of dreams
On that street, everything is possible and everyone is happy.

Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Sam Lewis, Victor Young

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