Sandcastles
Journey Lyrics


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Sunrise and dreams
Sunrise, sunrise and dreams of you

Castles in the sand
For our lonely man,
Dreams...of you

Memories and dreams of you, of you
sand castles, sand castles, sand castles





Overall Meaning

Journey's "Sandcastles" is a song about reminiscing and holding onto the memories of a loved one. The song evokes a sense of longing and nostalgia as the singer reflects on their relationship and the moments they shared together. The lyrics "Sunrise and dreams, sunrise, sunrise and dreams of you" signify a new start or hope, but also the dreams and desire for their loved one. The line "Castles in the sand, for our lonely man, dreams...of you" suggest that the singer is building sandcastles for the person they miss, seemingly yearning for a time when they could rebuild their relationship.


The use of sandcastles in the song is symbolic - just as sandcastles are impermanent and often washed away, so too are our relationships and memories. Yet, despite the fleeting nature of sandcastles, the singer keeps building them as a tangible symbol of love and hope. The repetition of "sandcastles" and "of you" in the final lines of the song emphasizes how deeply the memories of this person continue to impact the singer's life.


Line by Line Meaning

Sunrise and dreams
The beginning of a new day and the hope of something beautiful.


Sunrise, sunrise and dreams of you
The start of a new day brings thoughts of someone special.


Castles in the sand
Temporary structures that can be easily destroyed, symbolizing the fragility of life and relationships.


For our lonely man
A longing for companionship and love in the midst of isolation and loneliness.


Dreams...of you
Thoughts and aspirations that revolve around a significant other.


Memories and dreams of you, of you
Recollections of the past and hopes for the future with someone special.


sand castles, sand castles, sand castles
Repetition that emphasizes the impermanence and transience of life and human relationships.




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@jamespeterson1630

I NEED MORE SONGS LIKE THIS from them this is so emotional and divine Im crying.

@jimbocoonass8622

Thanks for uploading this music sir. Back in west Texas I still have the vinyl record. Been trying to find this album on my Spotify app. The music is so soothing.👍 Thanks again. Jimbo Mexican American, former US Navy radioman petty officer 86-96.

@veganvocalist4782

whoooaaah ;D sonic beauty AND visuals Ian , does not get better than this

@laurasmallwood5611

What a beautiful song. Steve's vocals are beyond perfection here

@danielshannon6027

Both Steve's killing it! Who plays sax on this?

@davidawilliams9424

a masterpiece of a song and by extension an album.

@civilian8697

Love this album 😁

@veganvocalist4782

yes

@miriamperez4310

Cómo se llama el álbum?

@davidawilliams252

@@miriamperez4310 Dream After Dream

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