Some of the lyrics from this version and the demo version are included in the Bridges (Paul Waaktaar-Savoy and Magne Furuholmen's first band) song "Wildfire".
I Dream Myself Alive
a-ha Lyrics
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You can't deny
There's something dark against the light
All I can say
It doesn't have to be this way
We'll be chasin' our tails madly
See days pass like wildfireRight from the start
I knew this world would break my
Heart
I dream myself alive
Dream myself alive
I dream myself alive
Break my heart
And dream myself alive
What can it mean?
I'm drawing pictures of the sea
Right from the start
I knew this girl would break my heart
Dream myself alive
Dream myself alive
I dream myself alive
Dream myself alive
Dream myself alive
I dream myself alive
Dream myself alive
Dream myself alive
The lyrics to a-ha's "I Dream Myself Alive" explore the theme of the complex relationship between light and darkness, life and death. The opening line "Dream myself alive, I dream myself alive" hints at the idea of a dream or a fantasy world, where anything is possible, and the possibility of escaping the harsh reality of life. The second line, "You can't deny there's something dark against the light," suggests the presence of darkness and light, which are often perceived to be in conflict with each other.
The lines "All I can say, it doesn't have to be this way" might suggest a desire for change or an acknowledgement of the possibility of a different reality. The next lines describe a sense of restlessness as the singer and others "chase their tails madly," and the days seem to pass rapidly like wildfire. The line "I knew this world would break my heart" suggests a sense of disillusionment with life and echoes earlier themes of light and darkness.
The idea of dreaming oneself alive is repeated throughout the song, and the final lines "Dream myself alive, dream myself alive, I dream myself alive" underscore the idea of escaping to a different world. The line "What can it mean?" suggests a sense of uncertainty and confusion about the meaning behind the dream, while "I'm drawing pictures of the sea" might symbolize a desire to sail away from reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Dream myself alive, I dream myself alive
The singer dreams of being alive and wants to live his life to the fullest
You can't deny
The singer is confident in his beliefs and wants others to acknowledge his perspective
There's something dark against the light
The singer recognizes the presence of negativity in the world that opposes goodness
All I can say
The singer admits that his response to the situation is limited and he can only express his thoughts verbally
It doesn't have to be this way
The singer believes that there is a better way to live life and confront the darkness in the world
We'll be chasin' our tails madly
The singer acknowledges the fast-paced nature of our lives that can feel disorienting and never-ending
See days pass like wildfire
Time seems to go by quickly and uncontrollably
Right from the start
The singer knew all along about the negative aspects of life, such as heartbreak
I knew this world would break my Heart
The singer anticipated that he would experience emotional pain throughout his life
Break my heart
The singer accepts heartbreak as an inevitable part of life
And dream myself alive
Despite life's hardships, the singer continues to dream and imagine a brighter future
What can it mean?
The singer is curious about the deeper meaning of life and its experiences
I'm drawing pictures of the sea
The singer finds solace in the beauty of nature and expresses it through art
Dream myself alive
The singer continues to dream of living life fully despite its challenges
Dream myself alive
The singer repeats his desire to dream and aspire towards a better future
Dream myself alive
The singer repeats this phrase to emphasize the importance of imagination and hope
Dream myself alive
The singer passionately wants to live a life full of fulfilling dreams and aspirations
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAGNE (MAGS) FURUHOLMEN, PAL WAAKTAAR
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