Dream On
Jazmine Lyrics


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This is a jazmine exclusive, suckers
(Oh, we gonna take 'em to the club like this)

Packin' up my shh and I'm going real far
Going off to hollywood to be a big star
There's nothing here for me so I gotta move fast
And I'm getting on the road and won't never look back (hey)
I gotta dream big (dream big) 'cause when it happen it's gon' happen real quick
Yes I feel that I gotta
I gotta move fast 'cause when it happen I can't let it go past
Only get one chance

Can't spend another second sitting on my mama's couch
So if I don't take a chance I won't ever get out
Some people talk but never do they just running they mouth
But I mean just what I say and I'ma show them what I'm about, yeah

I gotta dream big (dream big) 'cause when it happen it's gon' happen real quick
Yes I feel that I gotta
I gotta move fast 'cause when it happen I can't let it go past
Only get one chance

When it feel like you been waiting all your life for the second
You'll be a fool to just let it past so go and get it
No matter near or far, to the moon, the stars
I'll do whatever I need to follow my dream

I gotta dream big (dream big) 'cause when it happen it's gon' happen real quick
Yes I feel that I gotta
I gotta move fast 'cause when it happen I can't let it go past
Only get one chance, I gotta

I gotta dream big (dream big) 'cause when it happen it's gon' happen real quick
Yes I feel that I gotta
I gotta move fast 'cause when it happen I can't let it go past





Ooh, ooh

Overall Meaning

"Dream Big" by Jazmine Sullivan is an inspirational personal anthem that urges the listener to take a chance on their dreams, to move quickly toward their goals, and to not let opportunities pass them by. The song speaks to anyone who feels like they are stuck in a rut, unsure of what to do to achieve their dreams.


Jazmine's song begins with her packing her belongings and ready to leave her hometown of Philadelphia for the bright lights and big dreams of Hollywood. Her lyrics convey the sense of urgency that many people can relate to when they know they need to make a change in their lives. She knows that if she doesn't take this chance, she will miss out on her one opportunity to succeed.


The chorus of "Dream Big" is uplifting and motivational, with Jazmine singing "I gotta dream big 'cause when it happens it's gon' happen real quick. Yes, I feel that I gotta move fast 'cause when it happens, I can't let it go past. Only get one chance." Her words remind us that time is precious and that we cannot afford to squander our dreams. We must seize the opportunities that come our way and make the most of them.


Line by Line Meaning

Packin' up my shh and I'm going real far
I am leaving this place and going far away


Going off to hollywood to be a big star
I am going to Hollywood to become a famous star


There's nothing here for me so I gotta move fast
I don't belong here, so I need to leave quickly


And I'm getting on the road and won't never look back (hey)
I'm leaving now and never looking back


I gotta dream big (dream big) 'cause when it happen it's gon' happen real quick
I need to have big dreams because they might come true quickly


Yes I feel that I gotta
I know I need to have big dreams


I gotta move fast 'cause when it happen I can't let it go past
I need to act quickly if my dreams become reality


Only get one chance
I only have one opportunity


Can't spend another second sitting on my mama's couch
I can't waste any more time doing nothing


So if I don't take a chance I won't ever get out
If I don't take a risk, I will never leave here


Some people talk but never do they just running they mouth
Some people only talk, but they never take action


But I mean just what I say and I'ma show them what I'm about, yeah
I'm serious about what I'm saying and I'll prove it to them


When it feel like you been waiting all your life for the second
When you've been waiting your whole life for an opportunity


You'll be a fool to just let it past so go and get it
It would be foolish to let the opportunity slip away


No matter near or far, to the moon, the stars
I will go anywhere to achieve my dreams


I'll do whatever I need to follow my dream
I am willing to do anything to make my dream come true


Ooh, ooh




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Thomas Bangalter, Melissa (elliottmissy) Elliott, Christo Guy Manuel Homem, Cainon Lamb, Taurian Osborne, Jazmine Sullivan, Writers Uknown

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Comments from YouTube:

teacher694

Yea, what's Jazmin's last name?  Hard to find it.  She sure made some good music.

Deb Westfield

what is her last name? i love this song! if anyone could help me that would be great!

Super6620

The original verson is better!!

Rob Zeleki

Where can I find it. I remember it was on hot.mix cd 2002. But cant find it anywhere

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