DreamTaker
Bruno Mars Lyrics


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Oooohhhh ooohhhh

I used to go out of my mind tryna re define the real meaning of love
I lost my dignity forgot about me I was so lost in us
I had to take on, cause you had me stuck in the middle of nowhere
And my faith it would shake, I know you're trying your best to take me

Chorus: dream taker won't you leave me alone
Been standing in the way for far too long
Dream maker now it's taking your place
I'm no longer asleep my heart is finally awake
So goodbye, good day, farewell, it's okay
Dream taker won't you leave me alone
Can't wait til youre gone haven't dreamt in so long

You used to be the man of my dreams only now it seems you were just a nightmare
But this little light of mine told me open my eyes there's more than darkness out there
I'm not gonna run from ya, Imma walk from ya, I'm not afraid of ya, I've escaped from ya
And my faith is in place
In the night I no longer see your face!

Chorus
Dream taker won't you leave me alone

Been standing in my way for far too long
Dream maker now it's taking your place
I'm no longer asleep my heart is finally awake
So goodbye, good day, farewell, it's okay
Dream taker won't you leave me alone
Can't wait til you're gone haven't dreamt in so long

Ooohhhhhhhhhh From ashes to ashes and dust to us!
Ooohhhh Im not gonna run from ya, imma walk from ya, im not afraid of ya, ive escaped from ya
Im not gonna run from ya, imma walk from ya, im not afraid of ya, ive escaped from ya (yeahhh)

Chorus: Dream taker won't you leave me alone
Been standing in my way for far too long
Dream maker now it's taking your place
I'm no longer asleep my heart is finally awake
So goodbye, good day, farewell, it's okay
Dream taker won't you leave me alone
Can't wait til youre gone haven't dreamt in so long




Can't wait til youre gone haven't dreamt in so long
Can't wait til youre gone haven't dreamt in so long

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bruno Mars's song "DreamTaker" are about overcoming a toxic relationship and reclaiming one's sense of self. The singer of the song describes how they used to be so consumed with their partner that they lost sight of their own identity, but they've since awakened and realized that they're better off without them. The "dream taker" in this scenario represents this partner who was holding the singer back and stifling their ability to dream and pursue their goals.


The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, as it acknowledges that the dream taker has been standing in the singer's way for far too long and now they're ready to move on. The dream maker is taking the dream taker's place, symbolizing a new beginning filled with hope and promise. The singer is no longer asleep to their own needs and desires, and they're excited about what the future holds now that they no longer feel held back by this relationship.


Overall, "DreamTaker" is a song that speaks to the power of self-actualization and the importance of not settling for less than what one deserves in a relationship. It's a message of hope and resilience that encourages listeners to believe in themselves and their ability to take control of their own lives.


Line by Line Meaning

I used to go out of my mind tryna redefine the real meaning of love
I was so consumed with trying to understand what love meant that it became overwhelming


I lost my dignity forgot about me I was so lost in us
I neglected myself and who I am as an individual because I was too focused on the relationship


I had to take on, cause you had me stuck in the middle of nowhere
I had to take control of my life because I was feeling trapped and directionless in the relationship


And my faith it would shake, I know you're trying your best to take me
My belief in myself and trust in the relationship was wavering because I felt like you were trying to control me


Dream taker won't you leave me alone
I'm asking the negativity in my life to go away so I can be free and happy


Been standing in the way for far too long
The negative forces in my life have been present for too long and need to be removed


Dream maker now it's taking your place
I'm letting positive energy take over and guide me to a happier life


I'm no longer asleep my heart is finally awake
I'm experiencing life fully and with a sense of awareness that I didn't have before


So goodbye, good day, farewell, it's okay
I'm saying goodbye to the negativity and welcoming a new phase in my life, even if it's scary or unknown


Can't wait til youre gone haven't dreamt in so long
I'm excited for the negativity to be gone so I can start living my life to the fullest and dreaming again


You used to be the man of my dreams only now it seems you were just a nightmare
You were the perfect partner in my head, but in reality, you were causing harm and pain


But this little light of mine told me open my eyes there's more than darkness out there
I finally realized there's more to the world than the negativity I was experiencing and that I'm capable of experiencing happiness


Im not gonna run from ya, imma walk from ya, im not afraid of ya, ive escaped from ya
I'm not going to live in fear or let the negativity control me anymore. I'm walking away and taking control of my life


Ooohhhhhhhhhh From ashes to ashes and dust to us!
I'm using this phrase to signify the end of a harmful relationship and a rebirth of positivity




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@jasond.6550

Man i want a voice like that.

@amandavu9921

My Favorite Song!!

@itsjonnyboi

Love the song but I wish it was longer

@nalesnik0198

Love u Bruno <33

@blessingsofparadise4439

Unique and Interesting. :)

@GAbbYMArs

IloveIt! <3

@allanmhanson

i did u do dat?!!! the dream sounds so real good job.

@corrinacarter3712

Man babe lolz hahah

@TheRodolfo1999

2nd

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