I've Got a Dream
Tangled Lyrics


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I'm malicious, mean and scary
My sneer could curdle dairy
And violence wise, my hands are not the cleanest
But despite my evil look
And my temper, and my hook
I've always yearned to be a concert pianist

Can't ya see me on the stage performin' Mozart
Ticklin' the ivories 'til they gleam?
Yep, I'd rather be called deadly
For my killer show tune medley
Thank you
'Cause way down deep inside
I've got a dream

He's got a dream
He's got a dream
See, I ain't as cruel and vicious as I seem
Though I do like breaking femurs
You can count me with the dreamers
Like everybody else
I've got a dream

I've got scars and lumps and bruises
Plus something here that oozes
And let's not even mention my complexion
But despite my extra toes
And my goiter, and my nose
I really wanna make a love connection

Can't you see me with a special little lady
Rowing in a rowboat down the stream?
Though I'm one disgusting blighter
I'm a lover, not a fighter
'Cause way down deep inside
I've got a dream

I've got a dream (he's got a dream)
I've got a dream (he's got a dream)
And I know one day, romance will reign supreme
Though my face leaves people screaming
There's a child behind it, dreaming
Like everybody else
I've got a dream

Tor would like to quit and be a florist
Gunther does interior design
Ulf is into mime
Attila's cupcakes are sublime
Bruiser knits, Killer sews
Fang does little puppet shows
And Vladimir collects ceramic unicorns

I have dreams like you, no, really
Just much less touchy feely
They mainly happen somewhere warm and sunny
On an island that I own
Tanned and rested and alone
Surrounded by enormous piles of money

I've got a dream (she's got a dream)
I've got a dream (she's got a dream)
I just wanna see the floating lanterns gleam
And with every passing hour
I'm so glad I left my tower
Like all you lovely folks
I've got a dream

She's got a dream (he's got a dream)
They've got a dream, we've got a dream
So our differences ain't really that extreme
We're one big team
Call us brutal, sick, sadistic
And grotesquely optimistic
'Cause way down deep inside
We've got a dream

I've got a dream
I've got a dream
I've got a dream
I've got a dream
I've got a dream
I've got a dream
Woo, woo, woo, woo
Yes, way down deep inside




I've got a dream
Yeah

Overall Meaning

The song 'I've Got a Dream' from the Disney movie Tangled is a humorous and lively tune that celebrates the dreams and aspirations of a group of rough, tough guys, and one girl, who are usually seen as outcasts, but who all share a common desire to follow their hearts' desires. The lyrics in the song are from the perspective of each character as they express their fears, hopes, and dreams to the audience. The song embraces the message that everybody has the right and ability to dream and achieve their desires, regardless of how it might seem.


The song is particularly interesting as it is a playful and unexpected moment in the film. It challenges the stereotypical portrayal of the characters who are usually seen as menacing gang members. It also serves as a unifying moment in the film, as the diverse group of individuals comes together despite their differences. This reflects the wider theme of the movie, which is about people coming together despite their differences and finding common ground.


One of the important messages of the song is that everyone can have dreams, no matter what their background, appearance, or reputation might be. The outcasts in the group are shown to have interests and aspirations that are relatable and surprising. The audience is also shown that they should not judge people on their appearance alone, but rather get to know them and discover who they truly are.


Overall, the song 'I've Got a Dream' is a playful and empowering song that teaches audiences that everyone, no matter who they are, has the right and ability to follow their dreams.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm malicious, mean and scary
I have a cruel, intimidating, and frightening demeanor.


My sneer could curdle dairy
My facial expression is so menacing that it could spoil milk.


And violence wise, my hands are not the cleanest
I have engaged in physical aggression, and my hands are not always sanitized.


But despite my evil look
Despite my malevolent appearance.


And my temper, and my hook
And my strong hostility, and the hook that I have in place of my hand.


I've always yearned to be a concert pianist
But, deep down, I have always harbored a desire to be a performer of classical piano music.


Can't ya see me on the stage performin' Mozart
Can you not visualize me as a performer of Mozart's music on a grand stage?


Ticklin' the ivories 'til they gleam?
Playing the piano keys with great skill and dexterity until they shine.


Yep, I'd rather be called deadly
Yes, I prefer to be labeled dangerous.


For my killer show tune medley
Because of my immensely captivating, breathtaking presentation of a medley of show tunes.


Thank you
I appreciate your attention and respect.


'Cause way down deep inside
Because deep down.


I've got a dream
I have an aspiration or goal that I desire to achieve.


He's got a dream
This individual also has a dream.


See, I ain't as cruel and vicious as I seem
Actually, I am not as malevolent and brutal as my demeanor suggests.


Though I do like breaking femurs
However, I do enjoy breaking bones in the human body, specifically the femurs.


You can count me with the dreamers
Nevertheless, I am still one of those who have aspirations and desires in life.


Like everybody else
Similar to other human beings.


I've got a dream
I also have a goal or vision that I am passionate about achieving.


I've got scars and lumps and bruises
My body has scars, bumps, and bruises from past events.


Plus something here that oozes
Additionally, there is some type of bodily fluid leaking or discharging from me.


And let's not even mention my complexion
Not to mention the appearance of my skin.


But despite my extra toes
However, in spite of the fact that I have more than the expected number of toes.


And my goiter, and my nose
And my thyroid gland disorder, and the shape of my nose.


I really wanna make a love connection
I truly desire to establish a romantic relationship with someone else.


Can't you see me with a special little lady
Can you not imagine me with a unique and wonderful woman?


Rowing in a rowboat down the stream?
Together, we would be boating down a river or similar body of water.


Though I'm one disgusting blighter
Despite the fact that I am a repugnant and distasteful person.


I'm a lover, not a fighter
I am someone who values love and relationships, rather than combat or conflict.


'Cause way down deep inside
Because deep down.


I've got a dream
I have a personal goal or desire.


She's got a dream
This individual also has a dream.


And I know one day, romance will reign supreme
I have faith that one day, love will be the dominant and most significant aspect of my life.


Though my face leaves people screaming
Even though the appearance of my face causes others to shriek in fear or horror.


There's a child behind it, dreaming
There is a youthful and innocent side to me that is full of aspirations and hopes.


Like everybody else
Similarly to other humans.


I've got a dream
I possess a goal or desire that I am passionate about achieving.


Tor would like to quit and be a florist
Tor desires to abandon their current occupation and become a flower merchant.


Gunther does interior design
Gunther's profession is to create and design the interior spaces of buildings.


Ulf is into mime
Ulf is attracted to the art of miming, whereby one uses body language to communicate without words.


Attila's cupcakes are sublime
The cupcakes that Attila bakes are exceptional, remarkable, and superior in flavor and quality.


Bruiser knits, Killer sews
Bruiser enjoys knitting, while Killer enjoys sewing.


Fang does little puppet shows
Fang's hobby is to perform with marionettes in small productions.


And Vladimir collects ceramic unicorns
Vladimir has a collection of figurines made of ceramics that are in the shape of unicorns.


I have dreams like you, no, really
I also harbor goals and aspirations, just like you do.


Just much less touchy feely
However, my dreams are less emotional or sentimental than yours may be.


They mainly happen somewhere warm and sunny
My aspirations and desires are mainly set in a location that is both hot and well-lit.


On an island that I own
The location of my dreams and aspirations is a private and exclusive island that I possess.


Tanned and rested and alone
I am basked in the sun, well-refreshed and at peace, free from disturbance.


Surrounded by enormous piles of money
The island is also home to vast riches, affording me a life of luxury and comfort.


Like everybody else
The same as all other humans.


I've got a dream
I possess an ambition or mission that I am seeking to fulfill.


They've got a dream
These individuals also have a goal or desire.


We've got a dream
We all share a common sense of aspiration.


So our differences ain't really that extreme
Therefore, our variations or distinctions are not actually unreasonable or too significant.


We're one big team
We are all united as a single, cohesive unit.


Call us brutal, sick, sadistic
Some people might describe us as harsh, twisted, or cruel.


And grotesquely optimistic
While others view us as having a bizarrely positive attitude.


'Cause way down deep inside
Because deep down.


We've got a dream
We all possess individual goals or objectives that we eagerly wish to achieve.


I've got a dream
I also have a personal goal, vision, or mission.


Woo, woo, woo, woo
An exclamation of excitement and delight.


Yes, way down deep inside
Indeed, deeply within our psyche or spirits.


I've got a dream
I possess an objective or goal that I desire to achieve.


Yeah
An affirmative exclamation.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Alan Menken, Glenn Evan Slater

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