About the song
“All I Have to Do Is Dream” is a timeless classic that has captured the hearts of music lovers around the world. Written by Boudleaux Bryant and published in 1958, this song has become an iconic masterpiece that has stood the test of time. The Everly Brothers’ original version, recorded at RCA Studios Nashville, is widely regarded as one of the greatest songs of all time. The song’s success was unprecedented, reaching number one on all of the Billboard singles charts simultaneously, a feat that has never been replicated.
The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its hauntingly beautiful melody, poignant lyrics, and the harmonious vocals of the Everly Brothers. The song’s AABA form adds to its timeless appeal, making it a staple of popular music. The song’s impact on the music industry is evident in its inclusion on the Rolling Stone magazine’s list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, ranking number 141.
The song’s success was not limited to the United States. It topped the UK’s New Musical Express chart in June 1958 and remained there for seven weeks, spending 21 weeks on the chart in Britain. The song has also featured on several notable lists of the best songs or singles of all time, including British music magazine Q’s 1001 best songs ever in 2003.
The song’s legacy extends beyond its chart-topping success. It has been named one of the “500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll” by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 2004. The song’s impact on the music industry is evident in its influence on future generations of musicians, including Roy Orbison, who recorded his own version of the song and went on to become a legendary rock and roll artist.
The song’s personnel, including Don Everly, Phil Everly, Chet Atkins, and Floyd Chance, all contributed to its timeless appeal. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the Everly Brothers’ skill as songwriters and performers, and its influence on the music industry is undeniable.
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Lyrics
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream, dream, dream, dream
When I want you in my arms
When I want you and all your charms
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream, dream, dream, dream
When I feel blue in the night
And I need you to hold me tight
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream
I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime, night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I’m dreamin’ my life away
I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream
I can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime, night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I’m dreamin’ my life away
I need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream