I Have A Dream
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I have a dream, a song to sing
To help me cope with anything
If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
You can take the future even if you fail
I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream

I have a dream, a fantasy
To help me through reality
And my destination makes it worth the while
Pushing through the darkness still another mile
I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream

I have a dream, a song to sing
To help me cope with anything
If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
You can take the future even if you fail
I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me




I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "I Have A Dream" by the Cast of Mamma Mia! express the hope and optimism of pursuing one's dreams, even in the face of uncertainty or difficulty. The song uses fairy tale imagery to convey the idea that there is always something to believe in and a reason to keep going. The singer's dream is both a source of comfort and motivation, and they believe that if they can hold onto it, anything is possible. The repeated refrain of "I believe in angels" underscores the message that there is goodness and guidance in the world, even if it's not always visible.


The opening lines of the song introduce the idea of music as a coping mechanism. The singer suggests that singing and creating can help them deal with whatever challenges come their way. The references to fairytale wonder and magic suggest that there is more to life than what meets the eye, and that holding onto a sense of wonder can help navigate difficult times. The second verse expands on this idea by emphasizing the importance of having a goal or destination. The singer acknowledges that pursuing their dream is not always easy, but that it's worth the effort.


Overall, "I Have A Dream" is an uplifting and hopeful song that celebrates the power of imagination and perseverance. Its simple but effective lyrics convey a message that is both inspiring and relatable.


Line by Line Meaning

I have a dream, a song to sing
I have an aspiration, a musical expression to vocalize and share with others.


To help me cope with anything
This musical expression serves as a coping mechanism for all life's challenges.


If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
If you have the ability to see the magic and awe in a fictional tale,


You can take the future even if you fail
You can still have hope and take control of your destiny even amidst failure.


I believe in angels
I have faith in the existence of higher beings, guardians, and guides.


Something good in everything I see
I choose to focus on the positive, seeing the silver lining even in difficult situations.


When I know the time is right for me
I trust that the moment will come when the circumstances align for me to take action.


I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I will overcome any obstacle and press forward towards my aspirations.


I have a dream, a fantasy
I have a fanciful ideal or hope that exists only in my mind.


To help me through reality
This daydream serves as a form of escape from the harshness of reality.


And my destination makes it worth the while
The end goal I am striving for justifies the effort and sacrifices I make along the way.


Pushing through the darkness still another mile
Despite encountering obstacles and difficulties, I am determined to continue on my path.


I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I am resolute in overcoming any challenge and realizing my aspirations.


I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
Once again, I am resolute in overcoming any challenge and realizing my aspirations.


I have a dream, a song to sing
Once again, I have an aspiration, a musical expression to vocalize and share with others.


To help me cope with anything
Once again, this musical expression serves as a coping mechanism for all life's challenges.


If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
Once again, if you have the ability to see the magic and awe in a fictional tale,


You can take the future even if you fail
Once again, you can still have hope and take control of your destiny even amidst failure.


I believe in angels
Once again, I have faith in the existence of higher beings, guardians, and guides.


Something good in everything I see
Once again, I choose to focus on the positive, seeing the silver lining even in difficult situations.


When I know the time is right for me
Once again, I trust that the moment will come when the circumstances align for me to take action.


I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
Once again, I am resolute in overcoming any challenge and realizing my aspirations.


I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
Once again, I am resolute in overcoming any challenge and realizing my aspirations.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus

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