Dream A Little Dream Of Me
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(And now to sing this lovely ballad, here is Mama Cass)
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
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 far behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me
In the first verse, the lyrics "Stars shining bright above you, Night breezes seem to whisper, 'I love you'" convey a sense of calm and tranquility. It suggests a serene atmosphere where the stars are a symbol of hope and love. The line "Birds singing in the sycamore tree" adds to this peaceful scene, as the birdsong represents nature and freedom. "Dream a little dream of me" invites the listener to escape into their imagination and visualize a beautiful dream.
The second verse introduces a feeling of longing and loneliness, with the lyrics "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". These lines express a yearning for comfort, affection, and connection. The singer is separated from their loved one and asks them to dream of being together again, seeking solace and assurance.
The line "Stars fading, but I linger on, dear" indicates that as time passes, the initial brightness of their love may fade, but the singer still holds onto the desire for their kiss. The repetition of "I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear" reinforces the idea that the singer yearns for the night to last longer, as they want to prolong their togetherness.
The chorus section offers a wish for sweet dreams and relief from worries: "Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you, Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you". It suggests a desire for the listener to find peace and happiness in their dreams. The closing lines, "But in your dreams, whatever they be, Dream a little dream of me", signify the singer's hope to be a part of their loved one's dreams, as a reminder of their love and companionship.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dream a Little Dream of Me" evoke a sense of longing, love, and the desire for connection in the midst of separation. The song encourages the listener to escape into their dreams and find solace in the imagined presence of their loved one, creating a bittersweet and poignant atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
Stars shining bright above you
The brilliance of the stars in the sky brings a sense of hope and positivity.
Night breezes seem to whisper, 'I love you'
The gentle whispers of the night breeze convey affection and love.
Birds singing in the sycamore tree
The symphony of birdsong emanating from the sycamore tree brings joy and harmony.
Dream a little dream of me
Allow yourself to imagine and aspire to a beautiful dream involving our connection.
Say 'nighty-night' and kiss me
Bid me goodnight and seal it with a tender kiss.
Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
Embrace me tightly, assuring me of your longing and longing for our reunion.
While I'm alone and blue as can be
During my solitary moments, I feel a deep sadness and melancholy.
Dream a little dream of me
Let yourself imagine and hope for a future where we are together.
Stars fading, but I linger on, dear
Although the stars may dim, my presence lingers steadfastly, my love.
Still craving your kiss
I still yearn and ache for the warmth of your affectionate kiss.
I'm longing to linger 'til dawn, dear
I yearn to stay with you until the break of dawn, my beloved one.
Just saying this
These words are a simple expression of my deepest desires and emotions.
Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you
Wish for pleasant dreams until the rays of morning sunlight reach and awaken you.
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
Dreams that bring solace and peace, freeing you from any troubling concerns.
But in your dreams, whatever they be
No matter the nature of your dreams, whatever they may hold and encompass.
Dream a little dream of me
Imagine and hope for a shared dream, where our souls intertwine.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fabian Andre, Gus Kahn, Wilbur Schwandt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ebnolan3856
@@sidgysoho1960 this is what I have found from an interview that Michelle did about 7 yrs ago.
It wasn’t any regular flute but an alto flute, which is larger than a regular flute and plays in a lower register. A jazz player named Bud Shank was brought to the session to play it.
Michelle was homesick for Cali and John started writing it for her earlier in the week. They were in NYC as newlywed’s. She enjoyed visiting churches, and a few days before, she and John visited St. Patrick's Cathedral, which inspired the second verse ("Stopped into a church..."). John hated the verse, as he was turned off to churches by unpleasant memories of parochial school, but he couldn't think of anything better so he left it in.
This is one of the few songs that Michelle was allowed any input in writing.
Doug Thompson tells this story: Denny Doherty once told me that when they were recording that song, they wanted a solo, but didn't want the usual guitar solo. John Phillips walked out into the hall of the Hollywood recording studio they were at and Bud Shank was in that hallway as well. John grabbed him and brought him into the studio. Shank listened to the hole he was supposed to fill and nailed it on the first take.
Check this site out. Lot’s of good facts on music.
https://www.songfacts.com/facts/the-mamas-the-papas/california-dreamin
@olafvoss2082
You get the feeling of being infused with something legendary when you hear this song...
It will always remain an inexplicable phenomenon as to why the Mamas and Papas stood out so much from most bands.
There is something magical just hearing their three most famous songs.
Thank you Mamas and Papas...
Man hat das Gefühl von etwas legendären durchzogen zu werden, wenn man dieses Lied hört...
Es wird immer ein unerklärliches Phänomen bleiben, warum die Mamas und Papas von den meisten Bands so herausstachen.
Es hat etwas magisches nur schon ihre drei bekanntesten songs zu hören.
Danke Mamas und Papas...
@maidahaltrecht6577
Michelle Phillips is the only surviving member left sadly.
@LoveToRead8
No, I think those two men are the originals from the band, John & Denny.
@effsixteenblock50
@@LoveToRead8 This video is from 1998. John has since passed away.
@bobbief_69
@@LoveToRead8 theyre both gone John was the last to go i believe Michelle is the only original left
@LoveToRead8
@@bobbief_69 Yes, someone else already told me that.
@soufox1149
I wonder why cass died young
@peteiswriteingnow
Even 30 odd years after the original recording still sounds good, not the same without Mama Cass She had the real power in the group.
@peteiswriteingnow
@@lillybloom1590 Politics is over everything.
@johannagarcelon5235
I thought I saw Cass’s daughter singing with them, and I thought it great that she stepped in for her mom. Maybe, but I hope I’m not wrong.
@smctrout4423
@@lillybloom1590 Karl Marx was an entitled, lazy good-for-nothing who sponged off of others. I couldn't cause as much misery as Marx has if I tried.