Dream A Little Dream
Louis Armstrong Ella Fitzgerald with Sy Oliver and his Orchestra Lyrics

The song "Dream A Little Dream" by Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald is a timeless classic that has been covered by several artists over the years. The opening verse talks about the stars that are shining above, providing a beautiful cinematic backdrop to the song. The verse goes on to mention the night breezes that whisper "I love you," which sets a romantic tone for the rest of the song. The birds singing in the sycamore tree add to the beautiful imagery painted by the lyrics, and it all culminates in an invitation to "dream a little dream of me."

The second verse of the song takes a more personal tone, as the singer asks their lover to say "Night-ie night" and give them a kiss before they go to sleep. They long to be held tightly and told that they will be missed, as they are feeling alone and blue. The repeated refrain to "dream a little dream of me" is a reminder to the listener to keep their loved one close in their thoughts, even as they sleep.

Finally, the song ends with a repetition of the second verse, with the singer still craving their lover's kiss and wishing to linger until the dawn. The final verse again encourages the listener to dream sweet dreams and leave all worries behind, but to always keep their loved ones in their thoughts.