Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Dream A Little Dream Lyrics
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the second time
we meet again in my dream
and Saturday night
when we walk in the park
you tell me
to hold your hand
it’s just like a dream
my funny little dream
when you
and me
when we walking together
in park
last night I saw your face
the last time you smile again
in my dream
and Saturday night
when we walk in the park
you tell me you love me
it’s just like a dream
my funny little dream
when you
and me
when we walking together
in park
my funny little dream
The lyrics of "Dream A Little Dream" depict a whimsical and romantic story of encountering someone special and forming a deep connection. The first verse begins by emphasizing the significance of the person's smile, suggesting that it captivated the singer from the very beginning. The second time they meet is in a dream, highlighting a sense of surrealism and a longing to keep encountering this person.
Moving on to the next stanza, the lyrics describe a Saturday night stroll in the park with the person of interest. This moment becomes pivotal as the person asks the singer to hold their hand, symbolizing a desire for intimacy and closeness. This request establishes a deeper connection between them, further amplifying the dream-like quality of the experience.
In the chorus, the repeated phrase "it's just like a dream, my funny little dream" emphasizes the singer's feelings of enchantment and disbelief at the surreal nature of their relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of joy and whimsy, suggesting that the singer cherishes and finds humor in their shared experiences.
The second half of the song reinforces the dream-like theme. The mention of seeing the person's face and witnessing their smile again in a dream conveys a longing for their presence and the desire to see them once more. As they continue their walk in the park, the person confesses their love to the singer, solidifying the connection and intensifying the dream-like quality of their relationship.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dream A Little Dream" paint a picture of a romance filled with enchantment and surrealism. The dream-like nature of their encounters and the singer's infatuation create a whimsical and escapist atmosphere, where reality bends and love takes on a magical and extraordinary quality.
Line by Line Meaning
The first time I see your smile
The initial moment I encountered the warmth and beauty of your smile
the second time
Upon encountering you once again, for the second time
we meet again in my dream
In the realm of my subconscious, we reunite once more
and Saturday night
On a specific night, the eve of Saturday
when we walk in the park
During our leisurely stroll amidst the serene park surroundings
you tell me
With fervor and sincerity, you express to me
to hold your hand
The desire for closeness conveyed as you request the holding of hands
it’s just like a dream
This experience feels akin to a whimsical, surreal vision
my funny little dream
A charming and amusing reverie within my imagination
when you
When it is you, the subject of my affection
and me
Together, in companionship and unity
when we walking together
During the moments when we traverse side by side
in park
Within the confines of the park's inviting environment
last night I saw your face
During the previous evening, I caught sight of your visage
the last time you smile again
The final occasion where your radiant smile graced my presence anew
in my dream
Once more, within the realm of my slumbering imagination
you tell me you love me
Your declaration of affection and adoration directed towards me
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ganesha Mahendra
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Stars shining bright above you
Night breezes seem to whisper "I love you"
Birds singing in the sycamore tree
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 till dawn, dear
Just saying this
Sweet dreams till 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 till dawn, dear
Just saying this
Sweet dreams till sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
But in your dreams whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me
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@flannerymonaghan-morris4825
My mom saw Ella Fitzgerald live at some point in the late 80’s or early 90’s when she was a college student in DC. Ella Fitzgerald is one of my mom’s favorite singers of all time.
Ella was quite elderly and frail at the time physically and she wasn’t as easily able to hit the high notes as she did when she was younger, but still had a marvelous singing voice no less.
She MAY have sung this song as part of her set list, I don’t know. Louis had died in 1971, so if she sang that song she probably sang it alone.
According to her, it was one of the best concerts she had ever been to.
As amazing as that concert must’ve been, I cannot imagine what it must’ve been like to have seen her in her prime. Good god it must have been amazing.
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@Weesperbuurt
There are more than 388 different recordings of this song. It was written in 1931. Ozzie Nelson and his Orchestra recorded the first version. This rendition with Ella and Louis is from 1950. The Mama and the Papas (with Cass Elliott soloing) came out in 1968. See Second Hand Songs for more info.
@scootermom1791
That's awesome! Thank you for sharing the history behind this song. I love Cass Elliott's rendition, but I love this one as well. I didn't know the Nelson's recorded this first. Hopefully there's a video of them, too. This is my favorite song that Cass Elliot sang: it was so melancholy; so sad!
@atlasmak93
And this is the best one
@cjlowe1978
@@atlasmak93 I concur
@pbenson56fran
Yes, I remembered The Mamas And The Papas singing this. But Doris Day did a wonderful touch to this classics as well. Thank you for your information
@B1GPAPA57
I havent listened to any of the other versions besides the Ella and Louis rendition and yet I am still confident in the fact that its the best