Dreams
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Midnight, you heavy laden, it's midnight
Come on and trade in your old dreams for new
Your new dreams for old
I know where they're bought
I know where they're sold
Midnight, you've got to get there at midnight
And you'll be met there by others like you
Brothers as blue
Smiling on the street of dreams

Love laughs at a king
Kings don't mean a thing
On the street of dreams
Dreams broken in two can be made like new
On the street of dreams
Gold, sliver and gold
All you can hold is in the moonbeams
Poor, no one is poor
Long as love is sure
On the street of dreams

Midnight, look at the steeple, it's midnight
Unhappy people, it's ringing with joy
It's ringing with cheer
'Cause yesterday's gone
Tomorrow is near
Midnight, the heart is lighter at midnight
Things will be brighter the moment you find
More of your kind
Smiling on the street of dreams

Love laughs at a king
Kings don't mean a thing
On the street of dreams
Dreams broken in two can be made like new
On the street of dreams
Gold, sliver and gold
All you can hold is in the moonbeams
Poor, no one is poor




Long as love is sure
On the street of dreams

Overall Meaning

The song "Dreams" by T-Jay is a soulful ballad that speaks to the human experience of feeling lost and searching for something more. The lyrics suggest that at midnight, a person can trade in their old dreams for new ones. This can be interpreted as a call to action for anyone who feels unfulfilled or stuck in their current situation to take a chance and pursue something different. The song suggests that there are others out there who are also searching for something more, and that there is hope for a brighter tomorrow.


The lyrics also touch on the theme of love and how it can transform a person's life. The line "Love laughs at a king, kings don't mean a thing" suggests that true love is more powerful than any worldly recognition or wealth. The phrase "Dreams broken in two can be made like new" speaks to the resilience of the human spirit and the idea that even when things feel hopeless, there is always the possibility of healing and new beginnings.


Overall, "Dreams" is a song that encourages listeners to take a chance, pursue their dreams, and hold onto hope even in the darkest of times.


Line by Line Meaning

Midnight, you heavy laden, it's midnight
It's late at night, and you're feeling burdened with the weight of your problems.


Come on and trade in your old dreams for new
Let go of your old ambitions and pursue new ones instead.


Your new dreams for old
Don't hold onto new aspirations if they're not fulfilling, but rather return to old ones that still inspire you.


I know where they're bought
I can guide you to where your dreams can come true.


I know where they're sold
I can help you sell your old, tired dreams for new ones that better resonate with you.


Midnight, you've got to get there at midnight
You need to seize the opportunity to pursue your dreams at night, when it's more peaceful and quiet.


And you'll be met there by others like you
You'll encounter other people who are also looking to fulfill their aspirations.


Brothers as blue
These people may be as defeated or disheartened as you are.


Smiling on the street of dreams
However, you can all still find joy in pursuing your dreams.


Love laughs at a king
Love is a powerful force that is indifferent to societal status and hierarchy.


Kings don't mean a thing
Being a king or having immense wealth is not valuable without love and companionship.


Dreams broken in two can be made like new
If you've given up on your dreams, there is still hope to revive and reshape them.


On the street of dreams
This is a symbol for the place where all people can pursue their aspirations.


Gold, sliver and gold
There is an abundance of positivity and possibility here.


All you can hold is in the moonbeams
All that you can grasp is found in the mystical, intangible 'moonbeams,' which represents the limitless amount of opportunity available to you.


Poor, no one is poor
Even those without material wealth can still find happiness and fulfillment through their dreams and the love they find in others.


Long as love is sure
As long as you have love and companionship, you are rich beyond measure.


Midnight, look at the steeple, it's midnight
The clock tower is a symbol for the passage of time, which can be both a source of pressure and an opportunity for growth.


Unhappy people, it's ringing with joy
Even if you're feeling down and dejected, there is always something positive happening, represented here by the sound of the joyous bells.


It's ringing with cheer
The bells symbolize the happiness and positivity that is present, even when it may not be immediately apparent.


'Cause yesterday's gone
The past is over and done with, and it's important to focus on the present and future.


Tomorrow is near
The future is right around the corner, and there is always opportunity for growth.


Midnight, the heart is lighter at midnight
As night turns into the morning, you may feel lighter and freer to pursue your goals and aspirations.


Things will be brighter the moment you find
As soon as you find your place in the world, things will become more positive for you.


More of your kind
Surrounding yourself with like-minded people can help you find support and hope in pursuing your dreams.


Smiling on the street of dreams
Once again, the street of dreams is the place where all people can find happiness and fulfillment in their goals and aspirations.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RICHARD LEWIS

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