Among a number of groups who helped define the Motown Sound of the 1960s, including The Miracles, The Marvelettes, The Temptations and The Supremes, Four Tops were notable for having Stubbs, a baritone, as their lead singer; most groups of the time were fronted by a tenor. The group was the main male vocal group for the songwriting and production team of Holland-Dozier-Holland, who crafted for the group a stream of popular hit singles, including two #1 hits: "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)" and "Reach Out I'll Be There". After Holland-Dozier-Holland left Motown in 1967, Four Tops were assigned to a number of producers, primarily Frank Wilson. When Motown left Detroit in 1972 to move to Los Angeles, California, the Tops stayed in Detroit and moved over to ABC Records, where they continued to have charting singles into the late-1970s. Since the 1980s, Four Tops have recorded for, at various times, Motown, Casablanca Records, and Arista Records.
Dream On
Four Tops Lyrics
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Don't be discouraged, now that it's over
Cause nothing's as bad as it seems
Though you maybe crying tonight
Everything will be alright if you hold on to your dream
Take it from me, girl, I've been heartbroken
Your world maybe falling apart but listen to your heart
It won't be long until tears start falling and love starts calling
Dream on, dream on
Cause it's dreaming that makes dreams come true
If only you can dream on, dream on
Darling, you can find someone new, yes, you can
You'll find a new love, one that is true love
So open your heart and let it sing, girl
There's so much love left to find so just leave the past behind
I know the future will bring you sunshine but in the mean time
Dream on, dream on
Cause it's dreaming that makes dreams come true
If only you can dream on, dream on
Baby, you can find someone new
Dream on, dream on
Baby, you can find someone new
Now close your eyes and dream of paradise
Dream of sunny days and tender moon midnight
Don't let disappointment close the door
Just let you imagination soar
And dream on, dream on
Cause it's dreaming that makes dreams come true
If only you can dream on, dream on
Darling, you can find someone, you can find someone
Dream on, dream on
Dreaming that makes dreams come true
If only you can dream, girl
Keep dreaming, dreaming, dreaming, girl
Baby, all your dreams will come true
Oh, keep dreaming, girl, dreaming, girl
The Four Tops' "Dream On" is a song about hope and encouragement for those who are heartbroken and struggling after a breakup. The song begins by acknowledging the pain and sadness that comes with a relationship ending, with the artist telling the listener not to be discouraged since it's not as bad as it seems. The lyrics then suggest that the best way to move forward is by holding onto your dreams and continuing to believe in a better future. The artist offers their own experience of heartbreak and stands as a testament to the fact that things do get better.
The chorus of "Dream On" serves as a reminder that it's dreaming that allows dreams to come true. The artist encourages the listener to keep dreaming and believing in love, and in doing so they will eventually find someone new who will bring them true love. The song ends by urging the listener to close their eyes and dream of paradise, to not let disappointment discourage them, and to let their imagination soar
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be discouraged, now that it's over
Don't lose hope just because it's over
Cause nothing's as bad as it seems
Things are never as bad as they appear
Though you maybe crying tonight
Even though you might be crying tonight
Everything will be alright if you hold on to your dream
If you continue to pursue your dream, everything will be okay
Take it from me, girl, I've been heartbroken
Listen to my advice, I've experienced heartbreak before
And I know the pain you must be in
I understand the pain you are currently experiencing
Your world maybe falling apart but listen to your heart
Even if things feel like they're falling apart, trust your instincts
It won't be long until tears start falling and love starts calling
Soon enough, your sadness will fade and love will come your way
Cause it's dreaming that makes dreams come true
Dreaming is what brings dreams to fruition
Darling, you can find someone new, yes, you can
You have the ability to find someone new and move on from heartbreak
You'll find a new love, one that is true love
You will find a new love that is genuine
So open your heart and let it sing, girl
Allow your heart to be open and expressive
There's so much love left to find so just leave the past behind
There's plenty of love out there, so let go of the past
I know the future will bring you sunshine but in the mean time
I'm confident that your future will be brighter, but for now
Now close your eyes and dream of paradise
Close your eyes and envision your ideal paradise
Dream of sunny days and tender moon midnight
Dream of warm, happy moments and peaceful evenings
Don't let disappointment close the door
Don't allow disappointment to shut out future opportunities
Just let you imagination soar
Let your creativity and imagination run wild
Dreaming that makes dreams come true
Dreaming is the catalyst for dreams becoming reality
Keep dreaming, dreaming, dreaming, girl
Continue to dream and don't give up
Baby, all your dreams will come true
All of your dreams will eventually become a reality
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SPECIAL MUSIC
Written by: GEOFFREY BRILLHART LEIB, JOHN KELLER
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