18 June 1944, Jasper, Alabama, USA. As a teenager Posey moved to west Memph… Read Full Bio ↴18 June 1944, Jasper, Alabama, USA. As a teenager Posey moved to west Memphis where she embarked on a career as a studio session singer. Her contributions to innumerable records impressed producer Chips Moman, who encouraged the artist as both a songwriter and performer. Posey's debut single, "Born A Woman", reached number 12 in the US charts in 1966, while its pithy lyric - "If you're born a woman, you're born to be hurt" - brought a new maturity to the often maudlin approach common to female country singers. "Single Girl", its equally accomplished follow-up, scaled the UK and US Top 20s, before "What A Woman In Love Won't Do", "I Take It Back" and "Are You Never Coming Home" (all 1967) continued her run of success. Posey was one of several singers backing Elvis Presley when he undertook sessions at Moman's American studios. She was featured on "Mama Liked The Roses', and also appeared with the singer during his first Las Vegas engagement in 1969. However, while retaining a popularity within the country market, Posey's distinctive approach as a solo act latterly proved too specialized for pop. She released albums for Columbia Records, Monument Records and Warner Brothers Records, charting for the last time with 1979"s "Love Is Sometimes Easy". After releasing an independent album in 1983, Posey concentrated on session work.

All I Have To Do Is Dream
Sandy Posey Lyrics

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And I need you to hold me tight
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam

I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I'm dreamin' my life away

I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam

I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I'm dreamin' my life away

I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream

Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sandy Posey's song "All I Have To Do Is Dream" express the yearning for a loved one's presence and affection. The repetition of the phrase "drea-ea-ea-eam" adds a dreamy quality to the song, emphasizing the singer's desire for their loved one. The lyrics express the idea that the power of imagination can bring comfort and fulfillment when the physical presence of a loved one is lacking. The lyrics suggest that even when the singer feels blue or lonely, they can find solace in their dreams of this loved one. The line "I'm dreamin' my life away" emphasizes the powerful hold that this person has on the singer's thoughts and emotions.

Furthermore, the lyrics suggest that the singer's feelings for this person are all-encompassing and intense, to the point where they feel they could die without them. The line "I need you so that I could die" encapsulates this sentiment. This underscores the importance of the person to the singer, and the profound impact they have on their life.

Interestingly, despite the song's romantic overtones, it was originally written and recorded by the Everly Brothers as a duet, with lyrics that expressed a more platonic relationship between the two singers. It was later covered by numerous artists, including Sandy Posey, whose version became a hit and is the most well-known. The song's emotional power and timeless melody have made it a classic of the popular music canon.

Line by Line Meaning

Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
The singer is emphasizing the act of dreaming.

When I want you in my arms
The singer desires physical affection from the person she loves.

When I want you and all your charms
The singer longs for the person's loveable qualities and characteristics.

Whenever I want you, all I have to do is Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
The singer knows she can have the person she desires in her dreams.

When I feel blue in the night
The singer feels sad or lonely when it's dark outside.

And I need you to hold me tight
The singer wants to be comforted and hugged tightly by the person she loves.

I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
The singer believes she can have a romantic and physical relationship with the person she loves in her dreams.

Anytime night or day
The singer can dream about the person whenever she wants, regardless of time of day.

Only trouble is, gee whiz I'm dreamin' my life away
The singer recognizes that she is investing so much time and energy into dreaming that she may be neglecting her actual life and responsibilities.

I need you so that I could die
The singer needs the person she loves so intensely that she feels she cannot live without them.

I love you so and that is why Whenever I want you, all I have to do is Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
The singer's love for the person is so strong that she knows she can always have them in her dreams.

Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
The singer emphasizes the importance of dreaming as a means of fulfilling her desires.

Lyrics © HOUSE OF BRYANT PUBLICATIONS, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Boudleaux Bryant

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Comments from YouTube:

@josinijdam8700

💜when I was 15/16 It’s long ago I’m still fan of Sandy and I’m now 70years old Sandy Posey is very good 👍 have an beautiful voice. Thank you Sandy for your lovely 😊 song’s 💜👗🌹🍒👠🎤

@bettymartinez7027

6y↑7

Sandy Posey can sing just anything. Lovely voice.

@anthonybelcher8569

Beautiful singing performance fantastic singer brilliant song

@steveallred1330

4y↑2

When music was alive with emotion and Care today's music sucks so many ways back then it was pleasant to listen to you get caught up in the moment

@Pff724

4y↑1

Dream dream

@jw3946

3y↑1

Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
When I want you in my arms
When I want you and all your charms
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream

When I feel blue in the night
And I need you to hold me tight
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam

I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I'm dreamin' my life away

I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam

I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I'm dreamin' my life away

I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream
Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream

Drea-ea-ea-ea-eam, dream, dream, dream