Pure is the fastest-selling international début classical album to date, and Westenra became an international star, aged 16, when the first of her international albums were released. In August 2006, Westenra joined the Irish group Celtic Woman and toured with them on their 2007 Spring Tour.
Westenra has performed for dignitaries around the world. She is the youngest UNICEF Ambassador to date and has contributed to charities around the world.
Hayley Westenra's music was featured prominently in the 2007-2008 Nintendo Wii game, Endless Ocean.
See also (references):
- Official website: www.hayleywestenra.com
- This bio: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hayley_Westenra
River of Dreams
Hayley Westenra Lyrics
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Lying in your arms we'll drift to
Islands of wonder that gleam and glow under the stars
As we glide through the dark
To the heart of the night
River of dreams gently hold me again
I remember all you told me
From the daylight and melted back into the night
Was I awake
Or did I dream
The kiss of waves
The silver slipstream
That tumbles as it turns again towards the sea
River of dreams softly flowing away
Let me follow where you are going
And make me a part of you
Deep in the heart of you
Let my reflection be clear
In the water of life
That tumbles as it turns again towards the night
That tumbles as it turns again towards the night
The lyrics of Hayley Westenra's "River of Dreams" evoke imagery of going on a nocturnal journey along a mystical river that flows towards the stars. The first stanza gives the impression of dreamy escapism, as the singer desires to be taken away on this river of dreams to experience the wonders of surrounding islands that glow under the stars. The second verse is more introspective and reflective, tying in elements of memory and secrets shared in the night. The singer wonders whether this journey along the river was a dream, playing with the idea of the power of thoughts and the tangibility of fleeting moments. Ultimately, the song ends with a plea to be a part of the river, to see one's reflection in its life-giving waters as it flows towards the night.
One interpretation of "River of Dreams" is that it speaks to the idea of nostalgia, yearning for memories of the past that are now lost in the mists of time. It feels like a longing for a return to those moments of magic and innocence where life was light and free. This theme is reinforced in the bridge where the singer references the "kiss of waves," a metaphor for the passing of time, as memories ebb and flow away like waves against the shore.
Overall, the lyrics of "River of Dreams" suggest a craving for escapism and connection to something larger than oneself. It encourages the listener to let go of the mundane and embrace the unknown possibilities of the night, while simultaneously reminding them to hold onto the precious memories that make up our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
River of dreams take me with you tonight
I long for the journey of dreams to take me on its enchanting ride tonight
Lying in your arms we'll drift to
We'll be embraced by the dreams as we drift away
Islands of wonder that gleam and glow under the stars
The islands in my dream are filled with wonders and glittering lights shining under the stars
As we glide through the dark
We travel through the dark on this dream journey
To the heart of the night
We're heading to the deepest part of the nighttime world
River of dreams gently hold me again
I want to be wrapped in the comforting embrace of my dreams again
I remember all you told me
I have beautiful memories of the things my dreams have revealed to me
All of the secrets you whispered as we crept away
The secrets of my subconscious were whispered to me as I was carried away by the dream world
From the daylight and melted back into the night
We slip away from the real world and are immersed once again in the mysterious darkness of the dream world
Was I awake
I question whether I was really awake or if I was still dreaming
Or did I dream
I wonder if it was all just a dream
The kiss of waves
The waves of my dream world gently caressed me
The silver slipstream
The shining path of my dream carries me away
That tumbles as it turns again towards the sea
The dream world keeps moving and swirling, always heading towards new experiences and discoveries
River of dreams softly flowing away
The dream river is gently carrying me away on its current
Let me follow where you are going
I want to go wherever my dream river leads me
And make me a part of you
I want to be completely immersed in my dream world and become one with it
Deep in the heart of you
I want to explore the deepest parts of the dream world
Let my reflection be clear
I want to see my true self reflected in the waters of my dream world
In the water of life
The dream river is the source of life and vitality for me
That tumbles as it turns again towards the night
The dream river keeps flowing and turning, always heading towards the darkness of the night
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RONAN HARDIMAN, NEIL CHRIS, CHARLIE DORE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jochet123
River of dreams take me with you tonight
Lying in your arms we'll drift to
Islands of wonder that gleam and glow
Under the stars
As we glide through the dark
To the heart of the night
River of dreams gently hold me again
I remember all you told me
All of the secrets you whispered as we crept away
From the daylight and melted back into the night
Was I awake or did I dream
The kiss of waves
The silver slipstream
That tumbles as it turns again towards the sea
River of dreams softly flowing away
Let me follow where you are going
And make me a part of you
Deep in the heart of you
Let my reflection be clear
In the water of life
That tumbles as it turns again towards the night
@sandragammack4890
My radio alarm woke me to the beautiful voice of Hayley Westerna singing River of Dreams. I was totally blown away...
What a way to start my day. I was in Heaven on a cloud with my recently deceased partner. XXX
@bradcowan1642
Unreal vocals, seriously, what an underrated talent. I could listen to her forever....time to buy some of her music...
@shereekendall1003
Brad Cowan....Hayley is not underrated...far from it...she's a huge international success! You Need to go see her international concerts...she's magnificent to say the least.
@satinbarbi
I could never get tired of her voice.
@user-pm8cz1ij2l
Hayley Westenra, she is beautiful and her voice is very beautiful.
And this song makes me comfortable.
@William2020a
I've been addicted to Ms. Westerna since seeing her tour with Celtic Woman. Incredible that a singer can actually 'make it' these days without dancing around in her underwear, having wardrobe malfunctions or being carried to award shows in an egg. Of course, it helps that Ms. Westerna has talent and dedication to sustain her career and not a PR firm.
@kenbooker5739
Hayley is a lovely singer .she has the voice of an angel .
@user-pm8cz1ij2l
I agree with you.
@pattimuse1
You are an angel from heaven with your gorgeous voice! Love this song and you!🎶
@user-pm8cz1ij2l
I agree with you.