Dreamer
Myles Kennedy & Nels Cline Lyrics

Halfway gone, and halfway back,
You are in a state of transition, not fully committed to moving forward nor going back to your past.

You're always dreaming' 'bout what you lack.
You spend your time imagining what you don't have instead of appreciating what you do have.

You're takin' your time from your busy day,
Despite being busy, you take a moment to reflect on your life.

To sit by the track and watch the train roll away.
You use the metaphor of a train leaving to represent missed opportunities or unfulfilled dreams.

Dreamer I know what you're thinkin',
The artist understands the mindset of the dreamer.

I can see it in your face.
The dreamer's emotions are visible to the singer.

You've begun to change now baby, I don't see.
The dreamer has changed, but the singer does not recognise or understand the changes.

Oh but I know you well and it's clear to me.
Despite not seeing the changes, the artist trusts their intimate knowledge of the dreamer and believes they are aware of what is happening.

You think chains hold you here now baby, but they don't exist.
The dreamer feels trapped in their current life, but the artist knows that the limitations are self-imposed and that there are opportunities available.

You don't have to stay mama, I won't insist.
The artist will not pressure the dreamer to stay in their current situation.

So take the train today, and don't look back again.
The singer encourages the dreamer to take a chance and pursue their dreams, leaving their old life behind.

Live the dreams you have, don't dwell on what has been.
The artist advises the dreamer to focus on their present and future goals rather than their past regrets.

Your future's brighter now, there's brighter days ahead.
The singer believes that the dreamer's future is optimistic and positive.

Any sad farewell words, better left unsaid.
The singer advises against saying goodbye in a negative or regretful way.

Maybe before you were happy, but now your thoughts aren't of this place.
The dreamer used to be content, but now they are not satisfied with their current situation.

I only wish you were with me, someone like you can't be replaced.
The artist expresses their desire for the dreamer to be by their side and acknowledges their unique qualities.