Elliot, known for her sense of humor and optimism, was considered by some to be the most charismatic member of The Mamas & The Papas; her warm, distinctive voice was a large factor in their success. She is best remembered for her vocals on the group's Billboard hits California Dreamin', Monday Monday, and Words of Love, as well as her first hit as an independent act, Dream a Little Dream of Me.
Cass was in love with fellow Mamas & Papas band member Denny Doherty. His affair with another married band member, Michelle Phillips, was one of the causes of the break-up of the band. Elliot resented Michelle's perceived betrayal of their friendship and helped to support the band's decision to fire Michelle in June 1966, when it became clear that John Phillips could no longer work with her. Personal problems within the group and Elliot's desire to go solo led to their dissolution in July 1968.
Cass gave birth to a daughter named Owen Vanessa Elliot on April 26, 1967 without naming the father.
After the breakup of The Mamas & The Papas, Elliot went on to have a successful solo career. Her most successful recording during this period was 1968's Dream a Little Dream of Me from her solo album of the same name, released by Dunhill Records, though it had originally been recorded for and released on the album The Papas & The Mamas Presented By The Mamas and The Papas earlier that year. She headlined briefly in Las Vegas for the whopping contract of USD$40,000 per week. She was a regular on TV talk shows and variety shows in the 1970s including The Julie Andrews Hour and The Carol Burnett Show. She also made a memorable guest-star appearance on The New Scooby-Doo Movies.
At the height of her career in 1974, having just finished performing at the London Palladium theatre, she died of a heart attack. The coroner surmised her heart had weakened to the point of failure owing to Elliot's weight and the effects of several crash diets over the years. She died in the same bed, in the same room – albeit four years earlier – as manic drummer of The Who, Keith Moon, in an apartment owned by singer-songwriter Harry Nilsson.
Elliot was married twice. In 1963 she married then-bandmate James Hendricks; they divorced in 1968. In 1971 she married Baron Donald von Wiedenman, a journalist, thus becoming Baroness von Wiedenman.
Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Cass Elliot Lyrics
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Night breezes seem to whisper "I love you"
Birds singin' in the sycamore tree
Dream a little dream of me
Say "nighty-night" and kiss me
Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
While I'm alone and blue as can be
Stars fading but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear
Just saying this
Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all
Worries behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me
Stars fading but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear
Just saying this
Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all
Worries far behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me
The song "Dream a Little Dream of Me" is a classic love song about yearning for someone when they're not around. The opening lines speak of stars shining bright above the subject of the song, before the lyrics turn to the night breezes that seem to whisper "I love you". In the third line, birds are singing in the background, possibly a reminder of the beauty of nature and the fleeting nature of life. The chorus then invites the listener to dream a little dream of the singer, hoping to be held and missed while alone and blue.
The second verse echoes the first, with the same desire to be held tight and missed. The imagery of stars fading with the dawn reminds the listener of the passage of time and the need to hold onto moments of happiness. In the final lines, the singer invites the listener to sweet dreams that will leave all worries behind them, but to remember to dream a little dream of the singer, whatever their dreams may be.
Overall, the lyrics to "Dream a Little Dream of Me" are romantic and full of yearning. They speak to a desire for love and companionship, and the fear of being alone. The imagery of stars, birds, and night breezes add to the dream-like quality of the song, and the chorus is an invitation to the listener to escape from reality and dream of a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
Stars shining bright above you
The singer is pointing out how beautiful the night sky looks, with the stars brightly shining down on the person they are addressing.
Night breezes seem to whisper I love you
The singer is using figurative language to describe how the gentle night breeze seems to carry a message of love from them to the person they are talking to.
Birds singing in the sycamore tree
The singer is acknowledging the peaceful and calming sounds of the birds singing in the tree nearby, which add to the serene atmosphere of the evening.
Dream a little dream of me
The artist is asking the person they are addressing to think about them in their dreams, which would bring them some comfort.
Say night-ie night and kiss me
The artist is asking the person they are addressing to say goodnight and give them a kiss before they leave, to show their affection.
Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
The singer wants to feel close to the person they are addressing, and asks them to promise that they will miss them, as a way of showing their love.
While I'm alone and blue as can be
The singer admits that they feel sad and lonely when they're not with the person they're addressing.
Dream a little dream of me
The artist reiterates their request for the person they are addressing to think about them in their dreams, as a source of comfort for them both.
Stars fading but I linger on, dear
The artist notes that the stars are starting to disappear, but they want to stay with the person they are addressing for a little bit longer.
Still craving your kiss
The artist is expressing their desire for the affection of the person they are addressing, and how much they long to be close to them.
I'm longing to linger till dawn, dear
The singer wishes they could stay with the person they are addressing all night, until the morning comes.
Just saying this
The artist acknowledges that they are simply expressing their feelings for the person they are addressing, but they hope it makes them feel loved and appreciated.
Sweet dreams till sunbeams find you
The singer wishes the person they are addressing a peaceful and restful night's sleep until the morning comes and the sun shines on them.
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
The singer wants the person they are addressing to have good dreams that will help them forget about any problems or worries they might have.
But in your dreams whatever they be
The singer implies that they will be happy to be part of the person's dreams, no matter what they are about.
Dream a little dream of me
The artist repeats their request for the person they are addressing to think about them in their dreams, as a source of comfort for them both.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fabian Andre, Gus Kahn, Wilbur Schwandt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lyndafayesmusic
And she knew the exact key to sing it in to sing in those registers; some singers never figure out their own voices.
HEAVENLY...Still...
One of those situations in which, the song becomes synonymous with the singer. Can't DREAM without thinking of Mama Cass, anymore, can we ? She made us feel we were all up there dreaming along with her, didn't she ?
Singing a memorial to her is almost a "sacrilegious gesture" isn' t ?
I meant only respect for this beautiful lady.
Yes, back when BREATHING was important and SCREAMING in microphones was not ?
NO one should ever sing this song without giving credit TO Mama Cass...using her pictures etc. I tried...but I don' t like "hearing " singers EMULATING HER.
I think the la de dum dum's were Cass's musical/instrumental additives, i.e., "arrangements" she wanted to hear played by other instruments; I think she loved each and every note of this song, and was adding her personal touches to it continually. What a unique singer. RIP Cass.
God, how I would have loved doing a duet with this lady back in the 70's!
Too Little Too Late, ah...Of all of the songs out there from the 70's this is one that SHOULD be sung in Italian, French and Spanish too?
Dream-a Memorial to Mama Cass.
"La Seine" the duet, and
Ana Marie Ceuca sings "One Enchanted Evening" by LyndaFaye
LyndaFayeSmusic@yahoo
@lyndafayesmusic
She had other voices too; Rock was even good/harmonies....
i'M LOOKING FORWARD to the MOVIE about this beautiful lady, coming out; but then they'd have to hide some some of the truthS of the "music industry" too?
Back when BREATHING was important and SCREAMING in microphones was not ?
One of a kind and ...Remember the " Spirit" never dies.
HEAVENLY...Still...They're probably accompanying her on the harp now.
We could sure benefit from her "Loving compassion for humanity now!"
She was from the "Make love Not War " Generation.
One of those situations in which, the song becomes synonymous with the singer. Can't DREAM without thinking of Mama Cass, anymore, can we ? She made us feel we were all up there dreaming along with her, didn't she ?
Singing a memorial to her is almost a "sacrilegious gesture" isn' t ?
I meant only respect for this beautiful lady.NO one should ever sing this song without giving credit TO Mama Cass...using her pictures etc. I tried...but I don' t like "hearing " singers EMULATING HER.
I think the la de dum dum's were Cass's musical/instrumental additives, i.e., "arrangements" she wanted to hear played by other instruments; I think she loved each and every note of this song, and was adding her personal touches to it continually. What a unique singer. RIP Cass.
God, how I would have loved doing a duet with this lady back in the 70's!
Too Little Too Late, ah...Of all of the songs out there from the 70's this is one that SHOULD be sung in Italian, French and Spanish too?
Dream-a Memorial to Mama Cass.
"La Seine" the duet, and
Ana Marie Ceuca sings "One Enchanted Evening" by LyndaFaye
LyndaFayeSmusic@yahoo
@racketxyz
Stars shining bright above you
Night breezes seem to whisper "I love you"
Birds singin' in the sycamore trees
Dream a little dream of me
Say "Night-ie night" and kiss me
Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
While I'm alone and blue as can be
Dream a little dream of me
Stars fading but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear
Just saying this
Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me
Stars fading but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear
Just saying this
Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me
Dream a little dream of me
Dream a little dream of me
@lyndafayesmusic
One of those situations in which, the song becomes synonymous with the singer. Can't DREAM without thinking of Mama Cass, anymore, can we ?
Singing a memorial to her is almost a "sacrilegious gesture" isn' t ?
I meanot only respect for this beautiful lady.
Yes, back when BREATHING was important and SCREAMING in microphones was not ?
NO one should ever sing this song without giving credit TO Mama Cass...using her pictures etc. I tried...but I don' t like "hearing " singers EMULATING HER.
I think the la de dum dum's were Cass's musical/instrumental additives, i.e., "arrangements" she wanted to hear played by other instruments; I think she loved each and every note of this song, and was adding her personal touches to it continually. What a unique singer. RIP Cass.
God, how I would have loved doing a duet with this lady back in the 70's!
Too Little Too Late, ah...
Dream-a Memorial to Mama Cass.
LyndaFayeSmusic@yahoo
@lyndafayesmusic
Do you know the exact FORMER TITLES OF this song ? I could never find them.
There are some singers who are not "performing". They'd be singing the same quality songs at home in their own bedrooms to themselves, she just allowed the camera to catch her once in awhile..... long story short...
i'M LOOKING FORWARD to the MOVIE about this beautiful lady, coming out; but then they'd have to hide some some of the truthS of the "music industry" too?
Back when BREATHING was important and SCREAMING in microphones was not ?
One of a kind and ...Remember the " Spirit" never dies.
HEAVENLY...Still...They're probably accompanying her on the harp now.
We could sure benefit from her "Loving compassion for humanity now!"
She was from the "Make love Not War " Generation.
One of those situations in which, the song becomes synonymous with the singer. Can't DREAM without thinking of Mama Cass, anymore, can we ? She made us feel we were all up there dreaming along with her, didn't she ?
Singing a memorial to her is almost a "sacrilegious gesture" isn' t ?
I meant only respect for this beautiful lady.NO one should ever sing this song without giving credit TO Mama Cass...using her pictures etc. I tried...but I don' t like "hearing " singers EMULATING HER.
I think the la de dum dum's were Cass's musical/instrumental additives, i.e., "arrangements" she wanted to hear played by other instruments; I think she loved each and every note of this song, and was adding her personal touches to it continually. What a unique singer. RIP Cass.
God, how I would have loved doing a duet with this lady back in the 70's!
Too Little Too Late, ah...Of all of the songs out there from the 70's this is one that SHOULD be sung in Italian, French and Spanish too?
Dream-a Memorial to Mama Cass.
"La Seine" the duet, and
Ana Marie Ceuca sings "One Enchanted Evening" by LyndaFaye
LyndaFayeSmusic@yahoo
@lyndafayesmusic
One of a kind and ...Remember the " Spirit" never dies.
HEAVENLY...Still...They're probably accompanying her on the harp now.
We could sure benefit from her "Loving compassion for humanity now!"
She was from the "Make love Not War " Generation.
One of those situations in which, the song becomes synonymous with the singer. Can't DREAM without thinking of Mama Cass, anymore, can we ? She made us feel we were all up there dreaming along with her, didn't she ?
Singing a memorial to her is almost a "sacrilegious gesture" isn' t ?
I meant only respect for this beautiful lady.
Yes, back when BREATHING was important and SCREAMING in microphones was not ?
NO one should ever sing this song without giving credit TO Mama Cass...using her pictures etc. I tried...but I don' t like "hearing " singers EMULATING HER.
I think the la de dum dum's were Cass's musical/instrumental additives, i.e., "arrangements" she wanted to hear played by other instruments; I think she loved each and every note of this song, and was adding her personal touches to it continually. What a unique singer. RIP Cass.
God, how I would have loved doing a duet with this lady back in the 70's!
Too Little Too Late, ah...Of all of the songs out there from the 70's this is one that SHOULD be sung in Italian, French and Spanish too?
Dream-a Memorial to Mama Cass.
"La Seine" the duet, and
Ana Marie Ceuca sings "One Enchanted Evening" by LyndaFaye
LyndaFayeSmusic@yahoo
@user-ne4vc3fx3q
Her eyes look like they’re made of stars. What a gift she was.
@elvisfan61
I noticed that, too. They're twinkling. Great clip.
@btcrazee1
I was just thinking that....
@McJordan20
She‘s probably high😅
@filmic1
Perfect pitch, no autotune here. Just like Judith Durham, The Seekers. Pure talent.
@misterhutch2053
@@McJordan20and still killed it . Can you imagine ?
@stephanierapkin9600
You can't even tell when she's taking a breath she's so flawless.
@Andybetz.99
Hi Stephanie
@maryrosekent8223
It’s called breath support; people who make breathing/gasping noises are singing from their throat and not from their diaphragm, which is how you control your voice, give it support, and make it shine; your throat is really only a conduit, so it comes out raspy and gaspy.
@DieFrauHuI
She’s not signing in live , however she had a beautiful voice