In mid-1996, "Dreamer" re-entered the Hot 100, this time climbing to number 95. By then Robinson had left the group and was replaced by Tameka Star. With Star on lead vocals, the song "Don't Stop Movin'" hit number three on the U.S. dance chart in early 1997 and became another modest, although long-lived, hit in the mainstream - climbing to number 67 on the Hot 100, spending twenty weeks on the chart. The song peaked at number five in the UK and was followed by one additional top ten single ("Follow the Rules") and two top-twenty hits.
"Don't Stop Movin'" was followed by another Top 10 single in the UK in 1996 ("Follow the Rules") and two Top 20 hits in 1997, "Where Can I Find Love" and "Deep In You". The parent album, also called Don't Stop Movin', grouped together the hits, including "Dreamer" with new vocals by Starr (although the original version with Robinson was a hidden bonus track). Robinson subsequently re-released 2005 remixes of "Dreamer", credited as a solo release, which charted in the American dance charts.
Plans for a widescale commercial release of a single entitled "Just for the Sex of It" in 1999 were scrapped, due to lack of interest. It only received a limited club run, but was released as a single in Australia (where it reached number 76) and proved popular in the nightclubs. In 2008, recordings for the ill-fated follow-up were leaked online: "Love Yourself", "Lookin' Fine", "I Only Wanna Dance", "U R My Livin' Joy", "You Don't Love Me", and "Bump This".
Dreamer
Livin' Joy Lyrics
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I'm a dreamer
Love life and laughter is all I believe
My savior is pure now because my lonely heart would bleed
I never learned how to hold love and stay strong to love
Now I close my eyes now and I'm dreaming right where I belong
Your heart's smooth my soul is unbelieving
Now you see the me and I'm feeling, I'm feeling
I feel your hands, your lips, the heat of your body
Whisper your love to me say that you love me
Please just love me down and never leave me,
I'm a dreamer
Here we lie all alone am I dreaming?
Your heart's smooth my soul is unbelieving
Now you see the me and I'm feeling, I'm feeling
I feel your hands, your lips, the heat of your body
Whisper your love to me say that you love me
Please just love me down and never leave me,
I'm a dreamer
Am I a dreamer?
Am I a dreamer?
Love life and laughter is all I believe
My savior is pure now because my lonely heart would bleed
I never learned how to hold love and stay strong to love
Now I close my eyes now and I'm dreaming right where I belong
Here we lie all alone am I dreaming?
Your heart's smooth my soul is unbelieving
Now you see the me and I'm feeling, I'm feeling
I feel your hands, your lips, the heat of your body
Whisper your love to me say that you love me
Please just love me down and never leave me
I'm a dreamer
Here we lie all alone am I dreaming?
Your heart's smooth my soul is unbelieving
Now you see the me and I'm feeling, I'm feeling
I feel your hands, your lips, the heat of your body
Whisper your love to me say that you love me
Please just love me down and never leave me,
I'm a dreamer
Am I a dreamer?
Am I a dreamer?
Am I a dreamer?
The song "Dreamer" by Livin' Joy is an upbeat dance song that speaks about love and the power of dreams to make one feel like they belong. The opening lyrics, "I'm a dreamer," immediately establishes the theme of the song. The singer believes in love, life, and laughter, and that his savior is pure. He notes that his heart used to bleed due to loneliness and that he never learned how to hold onto love or stay strong in love. Hence, he resorts to closing his eyes and dreaming to find solace and belonging.
The first verse is followed by the chorus, which emphasizes that the singer is lying alone and questioning whether he is dreaming. However, he can feel the heat of his lover's body, his hands, and lips, and whispers of love from them. He implores them to "just love me down and never leave me." The chorus repeats, solidifying the idea that dreams can often feel just as, if not more real than reality. The last verse has the same lyrics as the first, emphasizing the singer's longing for love and connection.
The lyrics of "Dreamer" by Livin' Joy speak of the power of dreams to bring one peace and belonging in times of loneliness. They also emphasize the need for love and connection in life. The repetitive chorus makes the song catchy and memorable, making it a popular dance track. The song was released in 1994 and topped the charts across Europe, making it a defining song in the dance genre.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a, I'm a
I am a dreamer, I am someone who dreams.
Love life and laughter is all I believe
My fundamental beliefs are rooted in love, life, and happiness; I strive to pursue these ideals.
My savior is pure now because my lonely heart would bleed
My idea of a savior is someone who is pure because I have experienced intense heartache and sorrow.
I never learned how to hold love and stay strong to love
I have had difficulty maintaining love and staying committed to relationships.
Now I close my eyes now and I'm dreaming right where I belong
I find comfort and solace in my dreams and often feel like it's the right place for me to be.
Here we lie all alone am I dreaming?
I am wondering if the current moment is a dream, as I am lying alone.
Your heart's smooth my soul is unbelieving
Your heart is kind and gentle, but I am having trouble believing it to be true.
Now you see the me and I'm feeling, I'm feeling
You are seeing the true me, and it's making me feel very emotional.
I feel your hands, your lips, the heat of your body
I am experiencing physical sensations and intimacy with you.
Whisper your love to me say that you love me
Say that you love me in a soft, quiet voice.
Please just love me down and never leave me
Please love me deeply and don't ever leave me.
Am I a dreamer?
Am I someone who dreams excessively or has unrealistic expectations?
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Giovanni Visnadi, Janice Lenora Robinson
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