Daydream
Lovin' Spoonful [The] Lyrics
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What a day for a daydreamin' boy
And I’m lost in a daydream
Dreamin' ‘bout my bundle of joy
And even if time ain’t really on my side
It’s one of those days for takin' a walk outside
I’m blowin’ the day to take a walk in the sun
And fall on my face on somebody's new mowed lawn
I've been havin’ a sweet dream
I been dreamin’ since I woke up today
It’s starrin’ me and my sweet dream
'Cause she's the one that makes me feel this way
And even if time has passing me by a lot
I couldn't care less about the dues you say I got
Tomorrow I'll pay the dues for droppin’ my load
A pie in your face for bein' a sleepy bulltoad
And you can be sure that if you're feelin’ right
A daydream will last along into the night
Tomorrow at breakfast you may pick up your ears
Or you may be daydreamin' for a thousand years
What a day for a daydream
Custom made for a daydreamin' boy
And now I’m lost in a daydream
Dreamin ‘bout my bundle of joy
The lyrics to "Daydream" by The Lovin' Spoonful depict the singer's desire to escape reality and lose himself in daydreams about his "bundle of joy." The opening line sets the tone for a whimsical and carefree day, describing it as perfect for a daydream. The mention of the boy in the second line adds a sense of innocence and playfulness to the song. The singer then goes on to describe his vivid daydream about his lover, who is the focus of his thoughts and makes him feel happy and content.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that time is passing by, but he pays no attention to it as he is focused solely on his daydream. The mention of tomorrow's breakfast and the possibility of still daydreaming a thousand years from now highlight the power of imagination and the ability to escape reality through dreaming. The playful and occasionally nonsensical nature of the lyrics mirrors the happy-go-lucky vibe of the melody, adding to the overall carefree atmosphere of the song.
Overall, "Daydream" is a feel-good song that celebrates the power of imagination and reminds listeners of the joy of daydreaming.
Line by Line Meaning
What a day for a daydream
Today is such a perfect day for daydreaming
What a day for a daydreamin' boy
It's especially perfect for me because I love to daydream
And I’m lost in a daydream
I'm completely absorbed in my imagination
Dreamin' ‘bout my bundle of joy
I'm thinking about the person I love who brings me happiness
And even if time ain’t really on my side
Even though I might not have a lot of time
It’s one of those days for takin' a walk outside
Today is one of those days where it's perfect to go for a walk outside
I’m blowin’ the day to take a walk in the sun
I'm going to spend the whole day taking a walk and enjoying the sunlight
And fall on my face on somebody's new mowed lawn
Although I might trip and fall on someone's freshly cut grass
I've been havin’ a sweet dream
I've been having a really pleasant dream
I been dreamin’ since I woke up today
Since I woke up this morning, I've been lost in my imagination
It’s starrin’ me and my sweet dream
The main character in my dream is myself and the person I love
'Cause she's the one that makes me feel this way
It's all because of my love for her that makes me feel so good
And even if time has passing me by a lot
Even though time seems to be going by quickly
I couldn't care less about the dues you say I got
I don't care about any consequences that might come my way
Tomorrow I'll pay the dues for droppin’ my load
I'll deal with any problems later
A pie in your face for bein' a sleepy bulltoad
I might even make a joke about it later
And you can be sure that if you're feelin’ right
If you're feeling good and happy
A daydream will last along into the night
Your imagination will continue to be active even when it's nighttime
Tomorrow at breakfast you may pick up your ears
The next day, you might be more alert and aware
Or you may be daydreamin' for a thousand years
You might even continue daydreaming for a very long time
What a day for a daydream
Today is such a perfect day for daydreaming
Custom made for a daydreamin' boy
It's especially perfect for me because I love to daydream
And now I’m lost in a daydream
I'm completely absorbed in my imagination
Dreamin ‘bout my bundle of joy
I'm thinking about the person I love who brings me happiness
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, CARLIN AMERICA INC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: JOHN SEBASTIAN
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What a day for a daydream
What a day for a daydreamin' boy
And I’m lost in a daydream
Dreamin' ‘bout my bundle of joy
And even if time ain’t really on my side
It’s one of those days for takin' a walk outside
I’m blowin’ the day to take a walk in the sun
And fall on my face on somebody's new mowed lawn
I've been havin’ a sweet dream
I been dreamin’ since I woke up today
It’s starrin’ me and my sweet dream
'Cause she's the one that makes me feel this way
And even if time has passing me by a lot
I couldn't care less about the dues you say I got
Tomorrow I'll pay the dues for droppin’ my load
A pie in your face for bein' a sleepy bulltoad
And you can be sure that if you're feelin’ right
A daydream will last along into the night
Tomorrow at breakfast you may pick up your ears
Or you may be daydreamin' for a thousand years
What a day for a daydream
Custom made for a daydreamin' boy
And now I’m lost in a daydream
Dreamin ‘bout my bundle of joy
@user-ip9yu7lp1q
What a day for a daydream
What a day for a daydreamin' boy
And I'm lost in a daydream
Dreamin' 'bout my bundle of joy
And even if time ain't really on my side
It's one of those days for taking a walk outside
I'm blowing the day to take a walk in the sun
And fall on my face on somebody's new-mown lawn
I've been having a sweet dream
I been dreaming since I woke up today
It's starring me and my sweet thing
'Cause she's the one makes me feel this way
And even if time is passing me by a lot
I couldn't care less about the dues you say I got
Tomorrow I'll pay the dues for dropping my load
A pie in the face for being a sleepy bull dog
And you can be sure that if you're feeling right
A daydream will last long into the night
Tomorrow at breakfast you may pick up your ears
Or you may be daydreaming for a thousand years
What a day for a daydream
Custom-made for a daydreaming boy
And I'm lost in a daydream
Dreaming 'bout my bundle of joy
@JonathanHorwitz
I came home from the war in Vietnam, heard this song, lit up and changed my life! Thank You ‘60s!
@henrynagelberg
Thanks for your service.
@user-ce3dy7fb4u
so cool!
@janeough45
this fine classic never ages , i was 21 years old when this divine song showed its face now im 75 years old ,,,,,,long live the 60s era what a fantastic time we had in every sense xx lol
@russellsteventon8069
Too true.
@f.b.i7408
As a college student, this song keeps me motivated.
@lolalashy6522
MY GRANDFATHER USED TO SING THIS SONG TO ME,,
@meghan9436
Happy to see that you're embracing modern technology too. Quite often seniors reject technology, and it can be frustrating. This is refreshing to see. Being a Millennial, it is crazy to think that I am part of the last generation to have experienced life before the internet took over our lives.
@jeffmartin8924
I'm 66 and feel the same way.
@alanstrong55
1966 was such a golden year for music