dream about me
The Depreciation Guild Lyrics


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someplace far away
echoes through the hills
swinging through the trees
i heard you say

something from the past
steady as the sea
in and out of phase
i heard you say

dream about me

softly, candy-sweet
like sugar from the hills
a sound delivery
i heard you say

empty frequencies
if you're hearing me
i'll be here tonight
i heard you say

dream about me

oh, wait for the night
oh, wait for the night


dream about me

Overall Meaning

The Depreciation Guild's song Dream About Me begins with a dream-like atmosphere created by the lyrics "someplace far away echoes through the hills, swinging through the trees I heard you say." The use of imagery in this line creates a sense of distance and yearning, almost as if the singer is calling out to someone they cannot reach. As the song progresses, the singer speaks of "something from the past, steady as the sea," indicating that there may be a sense of nostalgia and longing in this dream-like state. The lyrics "in and out of phase I heard you say" also hint at a sense of disconnection or fragmentation, perhaps in the singer's relationship with the person they are dreaming about.


Despite these feelings of separation, there is a sense of comfort and sweetness in the lyrics "softly, candy-sweet like sugar from the hills, a sound delivery I heard you say, empty frequencies if you're hearing me." The juxtaposition of the sweet imagery with the sense of emptiness creates a poignant contrast that reflects the complexity of the singer's emotions. The repetition of "dream about me" throughout the song adds to the longing and yearning, emphasizing the power of dreams to bring people together, even when they are physically apart.


Overall, The Depreciation Guild's Dream About Me is a song that explores the emotions and experiences of dreaming and longing for someone who is not physically present. The dreamy atmosphere and use of imagery creates a sense of distance and separation, while the repetition of "dream about me" highlights the power of dreams to create connections and feelings of comfort.


Line by Line Meaning

someplace far away
You are asking me to imagine myself in a distant location.


echoes through the hills
The sound of your voice is reverberating through the mountains.


swinging through the trees
You are suggesting that I am carefree and playful like a monkey swinging from tree to tree.


i heard you say
I am listening intently to what you are saying.


something from the past
You are referencing a memory or experience from a time gone by.


steady as the sea
You are comparing the stability of something to the calm, unchanging nature of the ocean.


in and out of phase
Something is fluctuating or alternating between different states or cycles.


dream about me
You are asking me to think of you when I am dreaming.


softly, candy-sweet
The tone of your voice is gentle and soothing like a sugary treat.


like sugar from the hills
You are comparing the sweetness of your voice to the natural sweetness found in the mountains.


a sound delivery
The way you speak is smooth and pleasing to the ear.


empty frequencies
There is no sound or communication taking place.


if you're hearing me
You are checking if I am able to receive and understand your message.


i'll be here tonight
You are promising to be available later in the evening.


oh, wait for the night
You are telling me to anticipate a future event that will occur at night.


dream about me
You are repeating your request for me to think of you when I am dreaming.




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@trevorcardwell7690

One of the most criminally underappreciated tracks of all time.

@KlamathRiverMedia

This song was in my mind way back in 2013… and I would dream about traveling the world to this song. Not sure if that will happen but I am going to try starting right now, September 23, 2024.

@ke7075

It's never too late. Go for it.

@willyblonka1813

More people gotta know, this one of the greatest songs ever made

@willyblonka1813

Shouts out to Ka-boom for getting me into it and gregg araki i love u

@ULTRAVISTA.

For real one of the most underrated bands of all time.

@ULTRAVISTA.

Are you the band??

@ULTRAVISTA.

@Katsy well said

@jaygold33

They're playing a reunion show in NYC Wed March 8th!!! I got my ticket, can't wait 😊

@asterginete3812

This just got recommended to me on Spotify. Great band!

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