Dreams Are Ten a Penny
Paper Lace Lyrics

The song "Dreams are Ten a Penny" by Paper Lace speaks about unraveling a childhood memory and acknowledging the end of an era. The lyrics specifically address someone, perhaps a childhood friend named Jenny, and recalls the times they've spent playing together in the latter's backyard. The lyrics reveal that the two have been neighbors since childhood and have grown to have a bond that allowed them to use their imagination to escape harsh realities. However, as the two grew older and faced the realities of adulthood, it seems they slowly grew apart, and Jenny held onto her dreams that were never to come true. Meanwhile, the singer's dreams, which were always about Jenny, never wavered, even as the years passed by. In the chorus, the singer advises Jenny to wake up and get her feet back on the ground, acknowledging that it's time to let go of childhood dreams.

The song's message is meaningful and telling, reminding people that while dreaming is good for self-motivation and purpose, one should also know when to let go of childish dreams and set foot firmly in the real world to achieve one's goals. The lyrics tell the story of people growing up, and how their paths diverge over time. While this can be sad, it is necessary for people to keep moving forward and growing.