Teresa Bright sings traditional Hawaiian and Pacific Island songs.
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Teresa Bright is a consummate artist whose music is often framed in visual terms. The albums Self Portrait and Painted Tradition derive their inspiration from the world of art, and her more recent, Lei Ana, depicts her music within a frame. In another, Ka Pilina, a collage of photos portrays the relationships of the songs. Thus a gallery, a retrospective of her music from the past decade, is both musically and visually a wonderful exhibit.

The award-winning vocalist is universally recognized as one of Hawai'i top singers. The Hawai'i Academy of Recording Arts has awarded her its top Female Vocalist of the Year honor. Bright has recorded many albums including Self Portrait, Painted Tradition, A Bright Hawaiian Christmas, Ka Pilina, Quiet Nights, A Christmas Season’s Delight, Lei Ana and A Gallery. Hers is a voice crystalline, sultry, ethereal, powerful, touched with jazz and a multitude of color.

She also has a huge following in Japan, where she performs often and has released Quiet Girl and Crossing the Blue on the Pioneer Record label and Pretty Eyes, from the Amuse Entertainment label. Bright has written and recorded multiple commercial jingles for Max Factor, NTT Japan, Sapporo Beer, Toyota and Japan Airlines. She also toured with popular Japanese recording stars Lisa Ono and the jazz group Gontiti. Her beautiful voice and jazz styling captivates her Japanese fans.

Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Teresa Bright Lyrics

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Stars shining bright above you
Night breezes seem to whisper "I love you"
Birds singing in the sycamore tree
Dream a little dream of me

Say "Night-ie night" and kiss me
Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
While I'm alone and blue as can be

Dream a little dream of me

Stars fading, but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger till dawn, dear
Just saying this

Sweet dreams till sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
But in your dreams whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me

Stars fading, but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger till dawn, dear
Just saying this

Sweet dreams till sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries far behind you

But in your dreams whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me

Overall Meaning

The song "Dream a Little Dream of Me" by Teresa Bright is a romantic, soothing lullaby that encourages someone to dream and think positively. The song begins by setting the scene - the stars are shining and the night breeze is whispering. The singer then asks the listener to dream of them and think of them as they fall asleep. The second verse continues with the singer asking the listener to hold them and tell them they will be missed. The singer is feeling alone and blue, but still wants the listener to dream of them.

The chorus repeats the idea that the listener should have sweet dreams, and forget their worries. The last two lines of the chorus are a reminder to dream of the singer, no matter what they may be - good or bad dreams. The final two verses repeat the same ideas as the first two, with the singer still longing for the listener’s kiss and wanting to stay until dawn. The song ends with a final reminder to have sweet dreams and dream of the singer.

This song has been performed and recorded by many musicians, including The Mamas & The Papas, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Michael Bublé. It was originally written in 1931 as a romantic ballad, and has been covered countless times throughout the years. "Dream a Little Dream of Me" is often associated with nostalgia and a romanticized view of the past, and has endured as a timeless classic.

Line by Line Meaning

Stars shining bright above you
The stars are illuminating the sky above you in a brilliant manner

Night breezes seem to whisper 'I love you'
The gentle night wind appears to be whispering words of love to you

Birds singing in the sycamore tree
A group of birds are joyfully singing in a tall sycamore tree

Dream a little dream of me
Think of me and dream a small dream, even if it's just for a little while

Say 'night-ie night' and kiss me
Say goodnight and give me a loving kiss

Just hold me tight and tell me you'll miss me
Embrace me tightly and tell me that you will feel my absence

While I'm alone and blue as can be
During the time when I am by myself feeling sad and melancholic

Stars fading, but I linger on, dear
Although the stars are fading and disappearing, I continue to remain

Still craving your kiss
I still have a deep desire to feel your lips on mine

I'm longing to linger till dawn, dear
I yearn to stay here until the sun rises, my love

Just saying this
These are just the thoughts that cross my mind

Sweet dreams till sunbeams find you
I hope that you have pleasant dreams until the sun shines upon you

Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
Dreams that are so gentle and kind that they allow you to forget all of your troubles

But in your dreams whatever they be
No matter what you dream about

Dream a little dream of me
Think of me and have a lovely dream

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fabian Andre, Gus Kahn, Wilbur Schwandt

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