Dreamland
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers Lyrics


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Isn't this old night so nice
I hope you can feel what I feel tonight
Little boy's not getting it right
Trying so hard with all his might

Clouds in the sky keeping the sun away
Doesn't mean the sun is not shining today
Seems something is always in your way
You've got a wide, wide array of insurmountable problems every day

Hey, slip away, slide away
Into dreamland, dreamland
Slip away, slide away
Into dream, dream, dreamland, dream, dreamland

In your own private place of dreams
I hope you'll find a place where it seems
The road is always straight and true
Wherever you walk is bright for you

I hope you'll remember these times we share
Hope you'll find some comfort there
In the meantime lose your cares
You can go anywhere, close your eyes and it will take you there

Slip away, slide away
Into dreamland, dreamland
Slip away, slide away
Into dream, dream, dreamland, dream, dreamland

Isn't this old night so nice, so nice

Gonna cherish my time with you
Gonna smile, smile the whole day through
Wake up tomorrow maybe you'll find
Darkness gone from your mind

Want you to be what you want to be
Don't want you ever hurt like me
Smiling through the saddest times
Could only happens in dreams, I wonder is it nice as it seems

Slip away, slide away
Into dreamland, dreamland
Slip away, slide away
Into dream, dream, dreamland, dream, dreamland

Dream, dream, dreamland
Dream, dream, dreamland
Dream, dream, dreamland

Maybe you'll get your wishes in dreams this night
Because I can't seem to do it here in real life
Dream, dream, dreamland
Dream, dream, dreamland

Maybe you'll get your wishes in dreams this night




Because I can's seem to help you in real life
Into dream, dream, dreamland, dream, dreamland

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dreamland by Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers talk about the power of imagination and how it can take you away from your problems and transport you to a better place. The first stanza speaks of a little boy who is trying hard but not getting it right, implying that he is facing some challenges in his life. However, the lyrics suggest that he can escape into his own personal dreamland where the road is straight and true and everything is bright, offering a sense of relief from the problems he faces.


The chorus encourages the listener to "slip away, slide away into dreamland." The song emphasizes that dreamland is a place of solace and that it can offer a sense of peace that may not be found in reality. The second verse talks about cherishing time with others, wishing for them to avoid hurt, and escaping from the sadness of life into hope and positivity.


Overall, Dreamland is a song about the power of dreams and the importance of imagination in a world that often feels very challenging. The lyrics encourage us to embrace our inner worlds and imagine a better tomorrow.


Line by Line Meaning

Isn't this old night so nice
Isn't it wonderful to be here tonight?


I hope you can feel what I feel tonight
I hope that you can share in my feelings of happiness.


Little boy's not getting it right
Sometimes even when you try your hardest, things don't go your way.


Trying so hard with all his might
Even when you are putting in maximum effort, you may still fail.


Clouds in the sky keeping the sun away
Even though it may seem like things are not going your way, there is still hope.


Doesn't mean the sun is not shining today
Just because things seem cloudy, it doesn't mean that the world is a dark and dreary place.


Seems something is always in your way
Life can be difficult at times, and it can feel like obstacles are always popping up.


You've got a wide, wide array of insurmountable problems every day
Your problems may seem impossible to overcome, but you have the strength to persevere.


Hey, slip away, slide away
It's important to take a break from life's stresses and find some peace of mind.


Into dreamland, dreamland
In your own personal dreamworld, you can escape from the challenges of real life.


In your own private place of dreams
Dreams can provide you with a place to retreat from the real world, where you can find comfort and peace.


I hope you'll find a place where it seems
I hope that your dreams will provide you with a sense of hope and possibility.


The road is always straight and true
In your dreams, anything is possible, and the path ahead is always clear and direct.


Wherever you walk is bright for you
You have the power to create your own reality, and your dreams can be filled with joy and light.


I hope you'll remember these times we share
I hope that the memories we create together will last a lifetime.


Hope you'll find some comfort there
I hope that your dreams will provide you with a sense of comfort and solace.


In the meantime lose your cares
In the meantime, let go of your worries and find some peace.


You can go anywhere, close your eyes and it will take you there
Your dreams can transport you to any place you desire, just close your eyes and let your imagination take over.


Gonna cherish my time with you
I value the time that we spend together and I will always treasure our moments.


Gonna smile, smile the whole day through
I will try to keep a positive outlook and focus on the good things in life.


Wake up tomorrow maybe you'll find
Tomorrow is a new day, full of possibility and potential.


Darkness gone from your mind
Letting go of negativity can help brighten your outlook on life.


Want you to be what you want to be
I want you to find joy and fulfillment in life, pursuing whatever dreams you may have.


Don't want you ever hurt like me
I hope that you never experience the pain and heartache that I have gone through.


Smiling through the saddest times
Finding joy in the midst of sorrow is a powerful act of resilience.


Could only happens in dreams, I wonder is it nice as it seems
In dreams, we have the power to create our own reality, but it's hard to know if it truly lives up to our expectations.


Maybe you'll get your wishes in dreams this night
Sometimes our dreams can provide us with a sense of hope and possibility.


Because I can't seem to do it here in real life
Real life can be difficult and challenging, but our dreams can provide us with a sense of escape and relief.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRUCE HORNSBY

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DNHroth

Not sure how I ended up here watching/listening to BH music. Never been a fan before, but I've gotta say he sounds better live than a lot of other artists sound in a studio. I'm now a fan.

Jeffrey Jensen

Get the Hot House album. An under-appreciated gem. He’s amazing.

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Msik85

Such a unique style. It’s like gospel mixed with rock mixed with jazz. Incredible…

Paul Beard

Well said !

Chuck Arthurhultz

Not music sent from heaven, but from a very talented man whom God has blessed with extraordinary talent. I'm thankful Bruce got it, then shared it with us and continues to do so....and once again, a song about one, or both of his twin boys. The first song to and about them was "Fields of Gray", when they were babies. Always brings up a lot of emotion. Beautifully done.

janet Nelson

This man knows how to make such beautiful music... he plays from the heart.. his words touch everyone’s heart. Pure genius !

L D

If I was absolutely forced to list a Bruce Top 10 this would be in there, somewhere. The whole is amazing but so are the lyrics, music & playing. Beautiful.

Melanie 54

His voice is so soothing. Love it 💕🔥

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