Reality
Nancy Danino Lyrics


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Saw you standing there, I didn′t know I cared
There was something special in the air.

Dreams are my reality
The only real kind of real fantasy
Illusions are a common thing
I try to live in dreams
It seems as if it's meant to be.

Dreams are my reality
A different kind of reality
I dream of loving in the night
And loving seems alright
Although it′s only fantasy.

If you do exist, honey don't resist
Show me a new way of loving
Tell me that it's true
Show me what to do
I feel something special about you.

Dreams are my reality
The only kind of reality
Maybe my foolishness has past
And maybe now at last
I′ll see how a real thing can be.

Dreams are my reality
A wonderous world where I like to be
I dream of holding you all night
And holding you seems right
Perhaps that′s my reality.

Met you by surprise, I didn't realize
That my life would change forever
Tell me that it′s true
Feelings that are cue
I feel something special about you.

Dreams are my reality
A wonderous world where I like to be
Illusions are a common thing
I try to live in dreams
Although it's only fantasy.

Dreams are my reality
I like to dream of you close to me
I dream of loving in the night




And loving you seems right
Perhaps that′s my reality.

Overall Meaning

Nancy Danino's song, "Reality" is an ode to the power of imagination and dreams. The opening lines, "Saw you standing there, I didn't know I cared, There was something special in the air" suggests the singer has discovered something special about themselves and the world around them, though it also highlights feelings of uncertainty and surprise.


The chorus of the song repeatedly declares, "Dreams are my reality, The only real kind of real fantasy" and seems to suggest that the world of dreams and imagination is the place where the singer feels most alive and comfortable. The use of the word "reality" in the chorus (and in the song's title) might suggest that the singer feels that their dreams are just as important and valid as the physical world around them.


As the song goes on, the singer expresses a desire to connect with another person who might feel the same way about dreams. The lines, "If you do exist, honey don't resist, Show me a new way of loving" suggest that the singer is looking for someone who will encourage them to explore the world of imagination and dreams rather than trying to discourage them from it.


Overall, "Reality" is a tender and poetic exploration of the importance of dreams and imagination in our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Saw you standing there, I didn't know I cared
I noticed you for the first time but didn't realize my feelings for you


There was something special in the air
I sensed an unexplainable connection between us


Dreams are my reality
I find solace in my dreams rather than reality


The only real kind of real fantasy
My dreams are the only way I experience true happiness


Illusions are a common thing
I often mistake my dreams for reality


I try to live in dreams
I prefer to live in my own fantasy world


It seems as if it's meant to be
The connection between us feels like destiny


A different kind of reality
My dreams feel like an alternate reality


I dream of loving in the night
I yearn for romantic experiences in my dreams


And loving seems alright
Love in my dreams feels perfect and effortless


Although it's only fantasy
I know my dreams are not real but still indulge in them


If you do exist, honey don't resist
If you are real, I hope you won't reject my love


Show me a new way of loving
Teach me a different and authentic way to love


Tell me that it's true
Confirm that our connection is genuine


Show me what to do
Guide me on the path to real love


I feel something special about you
I sense a unique spark between us


Maybe my foolishness has past
Perhaps I have moved on from my naivety


And maybe now at last
I hope this new love is finally true


I'll see how a real thing can be
I can finally experience real love and not just fantasy


A wonderous world where I like to be
My dreams are a magical and comforting place


Met you by surprise, I didn't realize
I was taken aback by our encounter and didn't expect my emotions


That my life would change forever
I knew that my life would be different after meeting you


Feelings that are cue
I sense that our connection is genuine


I like to dream of you close to me
You are on my mind even in my dreams


Perhaps that's my reality
Maybe my fantasy of us being together is my true reality




Writer(s): Cosma Vladimir, Jordan Jeff

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