In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.
In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.
When My Dreamboat Comes Home
Fats Domino Lyrics
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And my dream no more will roam
I will meet you and I'll greet you
When my dreamboat comes home.
Moonlit waters will sing
'Cause that tender love you'll bring
We will be sweethearts, yes forever
When my dreamboat, comes home
And my dream no more will roam
I will meet you and I'll greet you
When my dreamboat comes home.
Moonlit waters will sing
'Cause that tender love you'll bring
We will be sweethearts, yes forever
When my dreamboat comes home.
Fats Domino's song "When My Dreamboat Comes Home" is a sweet ballad about a man who eagerly awaits the return of his love. The song begins with the singer expressing his anticipation for the day when his "dreamboat" will finally arrive and put an end to his waiting. He talks about meeting and greeting the love of his life, whom he believes will bring with her the tender love that he has been longing for. The singer believes that once their dreamboat comes home, they will be sweethearts forever. He mentions the romantic image of moonlit waters singing, adding to the overall dreamy and romantic theme of the song.
The lyrics of this song represent a timeless and classic expression of pure love and devotion. The dreamboat, in the context of the song, represents the unfulfilled desire to be reunited with a lover. The imagery of the moonlit waters adds to the romantic vibes of the song, creating a sense of magic and wonder. The song has a simple melody that is easy on the ears and is upbeat enough to make you sway to its rhythm.
Line by Line Meaning
When my dreamboat, comes home
Once my dreams and aspirations are fulfilled, I'll be ready to receive you again.
And my dream no more will roam
There will be no more wandering or searching for my true love since you will have arrived.
I will meet you and I'll greet you
I will be ready with open arms to welcome you when you arrive.
When my dreamboat comes home.
Once you return, it will complete my journey and I'll be truly content.
Moonlit waters will sing
It will be a beautiful, romantic night under the stars and we'll feel like everything is in harmony.
'Cause that tender love you'll bring
Our love will be an emotional and tender one.
We will be sweethearts, yes forever
We will be in love with each other, and our love will last forever.
When my dreamboat comes home.
The completion of this journey will bring us back to each other, where we belong.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CLIFF FRIEND, DAVE FRANKLIN
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Ola Edvard Myhre
on Put Your Arms Around Me Honey
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