(1) An icelandic psyched… Read Full Bio ↴Andrew refers to a few different musicians.
(1) An icelandic psychedelic act from the early 70's. One album produced in 1973 called Woops: http://rateyourmusic.com/artist/andrew_f1. "Reissue of sole album by Icecross related band from Iceland. Heavy psych rock from 1973 with wild acid guitar runs and English vocals similar in places to Blue Cheer but with a European flavour. Includes some nice instrumentation (harpsichord, horns, etc) and some tasty prog touches. Impossible to find as an original but now re-issued as a limited pressing on Breeders Backtrack."
(2) Toronto-based musician behind the website Songs To Wear Pants To.
(3) Andrew Peckler, is actually a dood from southern ohio who wears super mario shirts and occasionally makes music about god.
(4) Japanese Music Producer / Composer / DJ, Eiji Ando, who belongs to TREKKIE TRAX based in Tokyo, Japan.
Dreaming
andrew Lyrics
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I was a traveling man, I did not yet have a name
I was a 1960's movie, I was a one-night love story
I was a "you'll never see me again"
I was moving too fast to see
All the paintings in Paris or the sunrise in Barcelona
I was too broke, too shallow to dive deep
Young with nowhere to be
But you can't get far for free
This ain't no rookie dreaming
This ain't no rookie dreaming
I was on the hunt for visions out of reach
All those daydreaming mornings
All the wishful goodnight thinking
I have steered through every dark alley
In hopes of a light at the end I could see
Young with nowhere to be
But you can't get far for free
This ain't no rookie dreaming
This ain't no rookie dreaming
I am sitting all alone on this train
I am a passenger to somewhere, I do not yet know the name
I am a 1960's movie, I am an unwritten story
I am a "when will I see you again?"
In "Dreaming," Andrew sings about being a traveler who is still searching for his identity. He describes himself as a part of a choir singing on the train, but he still doesn't have a name. In addition to his anonymous status, he identifies as a "1960s movie," a romantic story that only lasts for one night. He seems to be living in a fleeting moment that could end at any time, and he's aware that he may never find himself again.
Andrew is always busy moving, but he admits that he's moving so rapidly that he's missing some of life's most beautiful moments, such as the paintings in Paris and the sunrise in Barcelona. He's preoccupied with carrying the weight of his responsibilities, and he's too broke and shallow to dive deeper into himself. He acknowledges that he's young and free, but he can't go anywhere without paying the price.
Although he's aware of his free spirit, Andrew doesn't consider himself a beginner when it comes to dreaming. He notes that he's been on the search for dreams that haven't yet materialized, and he's spent time wandering through alleyways in search of a light. However, he emphasizes that this search isn't easy, and he's not dreaming like a rookie would.
In the final section of the song, Andrew reflects on his current position. He finds himself sitting alone on the train as a passenger headed for an unknown destination. He views himself as an unwritten story, a remnant of a past romance that could start anew. Overall, the song portrays the confusion and beauty of young, independent dreamers who are trying to find their footing in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I was singing with the choir on the train
I found joy in the little things, like singing with strangers on a train
I was a traveling man, I did not yet have a name
I was lost and wandering, searching for my identity
I was a 1960's movie, I was a one-night love story
I was a fleeting moment of passion, like a romance movie from the past
I was a "you'll never see me again"
I was a reminder that sometimes people come and go, and that's okay
I was moving too fast to see
I was so busy and distracted that I missed out on life's beauty
All the paintings in Paris or the sunrise in Barcelona
I missed out on the opportunity to appreciate art and nature in amazing places
I was too broke, too shallow to dive deep
I lacked the resources and depth to fully explore life's mysteries
Too busy carrying the weight of everything
I was burdened with too much responsibility and stress
Young with nowhere to be
I was still figuring out my place in the world
But you can't get far for free
I learned that success and happiness require hard work and sacrifice
This ain't no rookie dreaming
I may be inexperienced, but my dreams are no less valid or meaningful
I was on the hunt for visions out of reach
I sought out ambitious goals that were difficult to attain
All those daydreaming mornings
I spent countless hours lost in thought, imagining a better future
All the wishful goodnight thinking
I spent restless nights yearning for something more
I have steered through every dark alley
I have navigated through challenges and obstacles
In hopes of a light at the end I could see
I keep pushing forward, hoping for a brighter future
I am sitting all alone on this train
I am still traveling through life, uncertain of my destination
I am a passenger to somewhere, I do not yet know the name
I am open to new experiences and possibilities, even if I don't know where they will take me
I am a 1960's movie, I am an unwritten story
My life is full of potential and untold possibilities
I am a "when will I see you again?"
I long for the people and moments that have passed, wondering if they will ever return
Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Courtney Marie Andrews
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