Jive Bunny's three number ones were "Swing the Mood", "That's What I Like" and "Let's Party". All three songs used sampling and synthesisers to combine pop music from the early rock and roll era together into a medley. The results were somewhat like the earlier Stars on 45, who actually hired "sound-alike" singers and musicians to recreate the music from scratch.
Daydream Believer
Jive Bunny Lyrics
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Of the blue bird as she sings
The six-o'clock alarm would never ring
But six rings and I rise
Wipe the sleep out of my eyes
The shaving razor's cold and it stings
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Daydream believer and a
Homecoming queen
You once thought of me
As a white knight on his steed
Now you know how happy I can be
Oh, our good times start and end
Without all I want to spend
But how much baby do we really need
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Oh what can it mean to a
Daydream believer and a
Homecoming queen
The lyrics to Jive Bunny's song "Daydream Believer" depict the singer's desire to escape the monotony and routine of everyday life. The opening lines suggest a longing to hide away, symbolized by seeking solace beneath the wings of a blue bird, while also referencing the idea of waking up to a six o'clock alarm. The mention of the alarm not ringing implies a desire to avoid the responsibilities and pressures of the day.
However, the singer soon acknowledges the reality of their situation as they rise and face the day. The mention of wiping the sleep from their eyes and using a cold and stinging shaving razor emphasizes the harshness and unease of the waking world. Despite this, the lyrics then shift to addressing "sleepy Jean", who represents a person the singer hopes to cheer up or bring joy to.
The chorus "Cheer up sleepy Jean, oh what can it mean to a Daydream Believer and a Homecoming Queen" suggests an underlying connection between the singer and Jean. The term "Daydream Believer" implies the singer's propensity for living in their dreams and imagination, while "Homekeeping Queen" suggests a title or role that Jean holds. The chorus seems to ask what significance the singer's daydreaming has for someone like Jean, who may have different responsibilities or expectations in her life.
Overall, the lyrics of "Daydream Believer" convey a yearning for escapism and a recognition of the limitations of living in a fantasy world, juxtaposed against a desire to bring joy to someone else in the midst of reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I could hide 'neath the wings
I wish I could escape from reality and find refuge in something comforting
Of the blue bird as she sings
In the sweet melodies of the blue bird, I find solace
The six-o'clock alarm would never ring
If only I could avoid the responsibilities and routine of daily life
But six rings and I rise
But reality sets in and I have to wake up
Wipe the sleep out of my eyes
I need to shake off the drowsiness and face the day ahead
The shaving razor's cold and it stings
The harsh reality of life can be unpleasant and uncomfortable
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Find some positivity and happiness, sleepy Jean
Oh what can it mean to a
What significance does it hold for
Daydream believer and a
Someone who believes in daydreams and
Homecoming queen
The girl who is celebrated upon returning home
You once thought of me
There was a time when you saw me
As a white knight on his steed
As a heroic figure who would rescue and protect you
Now you know how happy I can be
Now you realize the extent of my happiness
Oh, our good times start and end
Our moments of joy and happiness come and go
Without all I want to spend
Even though I desire to spend more time with you
But how much baby do we really need
But how much time together is truly necessary, my love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Stewart
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