Global interest in Boyle was triggered by the contrast between her powerful voice and her plain appearance on stage. The juxtaposition of the audience's first impression of her with the standing ovation she received after her performance led to an international media and Internet response. Within nine days of the audition, videos of Boyle — from the show, various interviews, and her 1999 rendition of "Cry Me a River" — had been watched over 100 million times, an online record. Despite the sustained media interest, she later finished in second place in the final of the show, behind dance troupe Diversity.
Boyle's first album, I Dreamed a Dream, was released on 23 November 2009, and has become Amazon's best-selling album in pre-sales. Its first single is a cover of the Jagger/Richards song "Wild Horses." The album includes "You'll See," "I Dreamed a Dream," and "Cry Me a River." According to Billboard, "The arrival of "I Dreamed a Dream" ... marks the best opening week for a female artist's debut album since SoundScan began tracking sales in 1991."
Find more info on her album at Susan Boyle Music
Daydream Believer
Susan Boyle Lyrics
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Of the bluebird as she sings
The six o'clock alarm would never ring
But it rings and I rise
Wipe the sleep out of my eyes
The tears of yesterday don't mean a thing
You once thought of me
Now you know how happy I can be
Oh and our good times start and end
Without dollar one to spend
But how much baby do we really need
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Oh what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Oh what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Oh what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Oh what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen
Susan Boyle's version of "Daydream Believer" is a cover of a song originally performed by The Monkees in 1967. The song appears to be about daydreaming and the possibility of escaping a mundane lifestyle. The opening verse talks about the idea of hiding beneath the wings of a bluebird as it sings, an idyllic image that suggests a desire for escape. The six o'clock alarm ringing and waking the singer up from their dream symbolizes the harshness of reality waking them up from their daydream.
The second verse touches on the singer's past, where they were once thought of as a white knight on a horse to someone. They were perceived as a hero, but reality has now set in and they are just a regular person. The good times are simple and do not require money, implying that happiness does not come from material possessions. The chorus, "Cheer up sleepy Jean, oh what can it mean to a daydream believer and a homecoming queen" can be interpreted in various ways. Perhaps it is a message of hope to a friend or loved one, telling them to keep dreaming and have faith. The line "homecoming queen" might represent a symbol of nostalgia or memories of high school.
Overall, the song seems to suggest the idea that dreaming and escaping from reality can bring happiness, even temporary happiness. However, it also acknowledges that reality cannot be ignored completely and that true happiness cannot be obtained through material wealth.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I could hide neath the wings
I sometimes feel like hiding from reality
Of the bluebird as she sings
Escaping from reality seems like a soothing idea
The six o'clock alarm would never ring
I wish I could avoid waking up early for obligations
But it rings and I rise
However, the alarm functions and responsibilities call for my attention
Wipe the sleep out of my eyes
I need to awaken myself and shake off any lingering drowsiness
The tears of yesterday don't mean a thing
Past difficulties or sadness are irrelevant today
You once thought of me
In the past, you considered me to be...
As a white knight on his steed
...a heroic figure who would ride in to save the day
Now you know how happy I can be
Now you realize how content I can be with the simple things in life
Oh and our good times start and end
We don't need much to be happy because our good times have predictable beginnings and endings
Without dollar one to spend
We don't have to spend any money to enjoy our time together
But how much baby do we really need
We should question how much material possessions we need to find contentment
Cheer up sleepy Jean
Find happiness despite being tired or overwhelmed
Oh what can it mean
What is the true significance or purpose behind finding happiness?
To a daydream believer
For someone who imagines a different reality
And a homecoming queen
And someone who was once celebrated as royalty in their hometown
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Stewart
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@danutaciborek7156
Pomocy, nie mogę przestać słuchać tej cudownej piosenki, dziękuję Susan za słodkie i subtelne wykonanie. Tak mnie wzrusza Twoja historia,,,
@Chastonicity
I love this female vocal of Daydream Believer by Susan Boyle. There is more sentimentality and her beautiful vocals are just perfect with just the piano. She is a blessing to the world as she gives forth her great talent.
@robertogiugni6135
Susan infuses melancholy into this great song making it a small masterpiece.
@princessbell2530
Her voice always gives me goosebumps.
@TheAuntieBa
I so love the original. And I so love this! It gives me goose bumps.
@madeleinemcgregor2855
She makes every song she sings her own and that’s why I’ve been a fan for a long time. 🥹
@Nanaflores59
I love this singer. She’s awesome. Love this song.
@dianedizayee2439
Sweetest voice ever.
@user-ld2nd1ds7s
Ohhh... Susan. My wife - Helga love to sing. You are voice is amazing. Sorry for my inglish, i'm Russian. Сьюзэн, я увидел ваше выступление очень давно, но только сейчас решился Вам написать. Вы прекрасно поёте и вдохновляете других, спасибо Вам большое. Мне хочется Вас обнять. Спасибо. With Love from Russia!!!!
@robbiedevine2923
Truly wonderful !! What an amazing voice !