Lewis has become a multi-platinum selling artist and three time Grammy Award nominee. She was proclaimed 'Top New Artist' by Billboard magazine in 2008. Her two albums Spirit and Echo, released in 2007 and 2009 respectively, have collectively sold in excess of 10 million copies worldwide and topped the charts in numerous countries. Lewis's debut tour, The Labyrinth, took place in 2010. As of December 2012, Lewis has sold 28 million records worldwide. Her third album Glassheart was released 12 October 2012. It was preceded by the single "Collide", which became her seventh top-five hit in the UK. With the release of Hurt: The EP and "Trouble", Lewis has had nine top-ten hits in the UK.
Lewis' debut single A Moment Like This became the fastest selling UK single after being downloaded over 50,000 times within thirty minutes of its release. Her second single, Bleeding Love, reached number one positions in over thirty singles charts around the world. In November 2008 she set a record in the UK for the fastest selling download-only release with her cover version of the Snow Patrol song Run which sold 69,244 copies in two days. Lewis's debut tour, The Labyrinth, started in 2010.
Lewis was born in the London Borough of Islington, to Aural Josiah "Joe" Lewis of Afro-Guyanese descent, and Maria Lewis of Welsh, Italian and Irish descent. Her parents enrolled her at the Sylvia Young Theatre School, and from there she attended the Italia Conti Academy and the BRIT School, where she learned to play instruments such as the guitar and piano, in the hope of becoming a singer-songwriter. Lewis wrote her first full-length song at the age of 12. She initially trained in opera, but went on to singing jazz and blues, eventually leading to popular music, citing Minnie Riperton, Eva Cassidy and Stevie Wonder as her main influences. After leaving the BRIT School at 17, she took a number of jobs to fund studio time, recording a demo album called Twilight. The album, almost exclusively comprising her own compositions, was recorded under Spiral Music, a production company based in Fulham. "I tried to secure a record deal by doing things my own way. I worked very hard but I never managed to land a contract", said Lewis. Other demos were recorded under licence from UEG Entertainment, later included on an album called Best Kept Secret. However, none of Lewis's demos were released and she considered taking a hiatus from her music career to attend university until her boyfriend persuaded her to enter The X Factor which subsequently severed her connections with UEG.
Songfacts says that Collide, the first single from Leona Lewis's third album finds her taking a more dance pop route than on her previous material. She said, "I'm excited for people to see a different side to my music. I'm a fan of so many different genres and styles. For me this song has all the great ingredients of a summer anthem." The song got its first play on Scott Mills' Radio One show on July 15, 2011 and will be released on September 4, 2011.
Lewis' third studio album, Glassheart, is due for release in 2012.
Sweet Dreams
Leona Lewis Lyrics
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Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to be abused
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas
Everybody's looking for something
Hold your head up
Keep your head up, movin' on
Hold your head up, movin' on
Keep your head up, movin' on
Sweet dreams are made of this
Who am I to disagree?
I travel the world
And the seven seas,
Everybody's looking for something
Leona Lewis's "Sweet Dreams" cover is a song that interprets dreams as a metaphor for the search for fulfillment and purpose in life. The lyrics express that everyone has their unique ambition or desire, and they are all driven by their individual needs, motivations, and agendas. The dream-like state of mind emphasizes the notions that these dreams can either be sweet, representing the fulfillment of one's desires, or nightmarish, representing disillusionment and disappointment. The song describes a variety of people seeking their needs from the world. Some want to use others, while some are looking to be used; some want to be abused, and some secretly want to do some abusing too. The singer points out that everyone is searching for something, feeling the euphoria and draw of Sweet Dreams on their journeys.
The chorus of the song reaffirms the pursuit of these dreams, presenting an image of a traveler journeying through the world and the seven seas. The person here could be referring to the singer herself traveling globally to find herself, or represent every human action that ultimately leads to their self-discovery. The song advises us to stay strong and positive on our life's pursuit, holding our heads up and moving on, staying motivated no matter what obstacles we might come across.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweet dreams are made of this
There are many wonderful things that can happen in one's dreams
Who am I to disagree?
I am in no position to question what other people desire
I travel the world
And the seven seas
I have experienced and observed different cultures and ways of life
Everybody's looking for something
Everyone has a unique goal or aspiration that drives them
Some of them want to use you
Some of them want to get used by you
Some of them want to abuse you
Some of them want to be abused
People have varied intentions towards others, including using, mistreating, or allowing themselves to be mistreated
Hold your head up
Keep your head up, movin' on
Hold your head up, movin' on
Keep your head up, movin' on
No matter what challenges come your way, persevere and look towards the future with hope
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Annie Lennox, David Allan Stewart
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Okichi
Leona Lewis is officially the best voice to come from X Factor, yet Simon Cowell's label let her go to waste for so long. I'm so happy she changed over. Her talent is out of this world. Love you Leona!!! <3
Manuela Kani
Okichi 🐦
Sam Barker
Okichi what about Kelly Clarkson! Her voice is incredible!
IGot7 Revluv Atiny Army who Stay Once Midzy Blinks
This is such a good performance and I loveeee the break down at the end Leona can do no wrong Imo.
Mr. Odd Duck
Leona Lewis has such a sensational voice! LOVE LEONA!
ThatsHot B
Can't wait to hear new album or new music from her
Ayesha Sabouni
Woohoo, GO LEONA!!!! Sang Queen! ILYSM!!! This was an amazing performance, OMGGGGG, I LOVE HER!💖💖💖💖💖
NormanJ Gomez
Every performance you do turn out to be amazing! Love your lovely style always have..😏 Amazing my beautiful superstar 🌟 Divina 👸🥀🎶☕💙
Tabi Fiedler
Who else liked before watching? Leona has one of the best voices in the industry🙌
Ip Flora
still remember how happy I was when I was able to find this concert dvd in the book store