The Dream
Sonny Lester - His Orchestra & Chorus Lyrics
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As the moon, draws this lovely night
Let me dream, of a perfect love
For we too, need the stars above
A sun that keeps on shining
A rose forever blooming
A love that will weather the years, free from bitter tears
With my dream, I begin to live
These lyrics convey a longing for a perfect love and a desire to escape reality and enter into a dreamlike state. The first verse suggests that the person singing wants to dream while their heart is still full of hope and possibilities. The mention of the moon and the lovely night atmosphere adds to the dreamlike imagery, indicating a desire for romance and beauty.
In the second verse, the lyrics continue to express the longing for a perfect love. The mention of needing the stars above suggests that the person singing desires a love that is bigger and brighter, something ethereal and everlasting. The lines about a sun that keeps on shining and a rose forever blooming signify a love that is constant and vibrant, untarnished by time or hardships.
The following verse emphasizes the importance of enduring love. The lyrics express a desire for a love that will withstand the test of time, that won't be tainted by bitterness or tears. This suggests a longing for a love that remains strong and resilient, even in the face of challenges and difficulties.
The final verse brings the focus back to the power of dreams. The lyrics explain that through dreaming, the person singing begins to truly live, suggesting that dreams hold the key to finding fulfillment and happiness. The phrase "just for you alone, let me dream" implies that the person singing is dedicating their dreams to someone they love, emphasizing the depth of their longing for that perfect love.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me dream, while my heart is large
Allow me to imagine and hope, while my heart is open and capable of love.
As the moon, draws this lovely night
Just like the moon sets the stage for a beautiful night, let my dreams set the stage for something wonderful.
Let me dream, of a perfect love
Grant me the ability to envision an ideal and flawless love.
For we too, need the stars above
Similar to how the universe relies on the stars, we also require something greater to guide and inspire our love.
A sun that keeps on shining
I desire a love that radiates continuous warmth and brightness.
A rose forever blooming
I long for a love that remains vibrant and blossoming eternally, just like a forever blooming rose.
A love that will weather the years, free from bitter tears
I seek a love that can endure the test of time, without experiencing the pain of tears and bitterness.
With my dream, I begin to live
Through my dreams of an ideal love, I find purpose and start truly living.
Just for you alone, let me dream
Exclusively for you, I request the permission to indulge in my dreams.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALLEN, EDWARDS
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