In the late 1990s, she had major dance hits with the songs "In a Dream," "When I'm Gone," and "Can't We Try" (a duet with Collage and remake of the Dan Hill and Vonda Shepard 1987 hit song). All of these tracks appeared on her 1998 debut album entitled What Are You Lookin' At?. She released a second album, Instant Pleasure, in 2000. Instant Pleasure included the single "What U Did 2 Me" which reached #101 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2001. Her best charting success is in Canada, where she is still active performing shows at clubs. Her debut single "I Fell in Love" distributed by the then BMG Canada reached #1 on the Canadian Singles Chart while the follow-up "In a Dream" was at #6.
In 1996, "I Fell In Love" peaked at #61 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1997. It hit the #1 spot on the Canadian Singles Chart singles chart during that year, making it the most successful freestyle dance music single of the decade in Canada.[citation needed] The single also peaked at #9 on the Hot Dance Singles Sales chart in the USA.
The follow-up to "I Fell In Love," peaked at #72 on the Billboard Hot 100 in late 1997. It was #6 on the Hot 100 Canadian Singles Chart and solidified Rockell's position on the artist roster of the then BMG Music Canada. It also peaked at #13 on the Hot Dance Singles Sales chart.
"Can't We Try" with Collage peaked at #59 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1998. The single peaked at #11 on the Hot Dance Singles Sales chart.
"When I'm Gone" failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1999, but appeared on the Hot Dance Airplay and Hot Dance Music/Club Play charts. It also peaked at #21 on the Hot Dance Singles Sales chart.
Rockell's lead-off single to her second album Instant Pleasure, "What U Did 2 Me," was her best selling single and it garnered her a music video. It fared well on Hot Dance Airplay and Hot Dance Music/Club Play charts.
She also released "The Dance" (a cover of the Garth Brooks hit) and "Tears," but neither of these singles charted on the Hot 100. Both singles performed well on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play and Hot Dance Airplay charts. "The Dance" peaked at #27 on the Hot Dance Singles Sales chart and "Tears" peaked at #16 on the Hot Dance Singles Sales chart.
In 2005, she came back with "L.O.V.E.", produced by DJ Mickey Bono of the Beat Thrillerz. A limited independent release that had a trance remix by Lenny "Linus" Douglas and freestyle remixes by Russ Castella and Randy Taylor-Weber, the original writer/producer of "In a Dream". It became a modest Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart hit. It also received some dance radio airplay.
In spring 2007 Rockell recorded a new single, "Playing My Love." It was released to Dance/Rhythmic format radio in July 2007. A freestyle remix by Salsation 3 was released in November 2007. A nationwide tour with several dance artists including Joe Zangie was announced as well.
In November 2007, Rockell released a new dance single with Canada's Odeon Records, "You Keep Me Hanging On," a remake of the Supremes' original.
In 2009, Rockell released a dance cover of Donna Summer's "On The Radio" with several remixes.
Dream Boy-Dream Girl
Rockell Lyrics
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I still remember the first time you said that you loved me
you held me in your arms
and said you'd never ever leave me
(never ever leave)
and all these promises you kept
have erased the past when i once wept
you made my fantasies come true
you're my dream boy
you show me you love me in every way
you're faithful to me every day
now i know that dreams come true
you're my dream boy
Johnny O:
My friends told me
that i was lucky
to have a girl like you
'cause all the girls i ever had
their love was never true
(love was never true)
but you have brought me happiness
i treasure the day when we first met
(oh yeah)
never ever gonna let you go
because i love you so
You're my dream girl
you don't neglect me in anyway
you make me feel special everyday
now i know that dreams come true
Cynthia:
You're my dream boy
you came and filled my heart with joy
and i can smile again
'cause we found a love that would never end
Johnny O:
You say that im your dream boy
that i fill your heart with joy
well you're my dream girl
you're all i want in this world
you give me the love i need
i know we were meant to be
talk to me...talk to me...talk to me...
Cynthia:
You hold me in your arms
i feel so safe and warm
when you look into my eyes
you have me hypnotized
you give me all your love
you're all im thinkin' of
you made my dreams come true
my heart belongs to you
You're my dream boy
(You're my dream girl)
you show me you love me in everyway
you're faithful to me everyday
(everyday)
now i know that dreams come true
You're my dream boy
(You're my dream girl)
you don't neglect me in anyway
(you're love is mine baby)
you make me feel special everyday
(everyday)
now i know that dreams come true
You're my dream boy
(You're my dream girl)
you show me you love me in everyway
you're faithful to me everyday
(everyday)
now i know that dreams come true
You're my dream boy
(You're my Lover)
you don't neglect me in anyway
(you're love is mine baby)
you make me feel special everyday
(everyday)
now i know why dreams come true
You're my dream boy
The song "Dream Boy Dream Girl" by Rockell and Collage is a classic 90s dance-pop love duet that talks about two people who have finally found true love. The lyrics are divided between Cynthia and Johnny O, each singing to their significant other. The song starts with Cynthia talking about the first time her lover said he loved her and promised never to leave her. She talks about how these promises have erased the pain she once felt and how her fantasies have come true. She looks back on that moment with fondness and declares the guy as her dream boy.
Johnny O, on the other hand, talks about how his friends were envious of the love he had finally found, given that his previous relationships were not genuine. He describes the happiness that came with meeting Cynthia and how he will never let her go because he loves her so much. The chorus then follows with Cynthia and Johnny O reciprocating their love for each other, with Cynthia celebrating how her dream boy is faithful and loves her in every way possible. Johnny O, who declares Cynthia as his dream girl, mentions how she makes him feel special every day and gives him the love he needs. Both of them believe that their love is real, and their dreams have come true.
The lyrics of Dream Boy Dream Girl remind the listeners that true love exists, and when you find it, it feels like a dream. The song captures the essence of the 90s dance-pop genre, which was a popular musical style during that period. The vocals of Cynthia and Johnny O complement each other well, making the duet memorable. The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo make it a perfect dance song, even after two decades since its release.
Line by Line Meaning
I still remember the first time you said that you loved me
I have a clear memory of the first time you told me you loved me
you held me in your arms
you physically embraced me
and said you'd never ever leave me
you verbally reassured me that you would never leave my side
(never ever leave)
you repeated your promise to never leave me
and all these promises you kept
you have followed through on all your promises
have erased the past when i once wept
your actions have made my previous tears disappear
you made my fantasies come true
you fulfilled my dreams and desires
my heart belongs to you
my heart is devoted to you
you're my dream boy
you are the person I have always dreamed of being with
you show me you love me in every way
you demonstrate your love for me through your words and actions
you're faithful to me every day
you remain committed and loyal to me daily
now i know that dreams come true
our relationship has shown me that dreams can actually become a reality
my friends told me
people in my social circle mentioned
that i was lucky
that I was fortunate
to have a girl like you
to be in a relationship with someone as wonderful as you
all the girls I ever had
all the past relationships and encounters I have had with females
their love was never true
their love for me was not genuine
(love was never true)
emphasizing that past loves were not real or sincere
but you have brought me happiness
you have made me happy and content
i treasure the day when we first met
I value the moment we first encountered each other
(oh yeah)
expression of agreement or affirmation
never ever gonna let you go
I will never allow you to leave my life
because i love you so
my love for you is strong and enduring
you're my dream girl
you are the woman I have always dreamed of being with
you don't neglect me in anyway
you give me attention and care in every aspect
you make me feel special everyday
you make me feel unique and cherished daily
you're my dream boy
you are the person I have always dreamed of being with
you came and filled my heart with joy
you brought happiness and contentment in my life
and i can smile again
you have made me happy once more
'cause we found a love that would never end
our love is infinite and everlasting
well you're my dream girl
you are the woman I have always dreamed of being with
you're all i want in this world
you are my greatest desire and source of happiness
you give me the love i need
you provide me with the affection and care that I require
i know we were meant to be
I am convinced that we are destined to be together
talk to me...talk to me...talk to me...
let's communicate more and connect further
you hold me in your arms
you embrace me in a way that provides comfort and safety
i feel so safe and warm
I experience a sense of security and coziness with you
when you look into my eyes
when you gaze at me directly
you have me hypnotized
you mesmerize me and capture my attention completely
you give me all your love
you express and provide me with all the love you possess
you're all i'm thinkin' of
I am constantly preoccupied with thoughts of you
you're my dream boy
you are the person I have always dreamed of being with
you're faithful to me every day
you remain committed and loyal to me daily
you're my dream girl
you are the woman I have always dreamed of being with
(you're my dream girl)
reiterating that she is the woman of his dreams
(you're my dream boy)
reiterating that he is the man of her dreams
(you're my Lover)
a term of affection and endearment for her partner
you make me feel special everyday
you make me feel unique and cherished daily
(everyday)
emphasizing the consistency of the previous statement
now i know why dreams come true
our relationship has provided insight into how dreams can become a reality
Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: CHARLIE JIMENEZ
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