Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)

Roy Orbison

About Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)

"Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)" is a song written by Cindy Walker which was first recorded and released by Roy Orbison originally as a non-album single in 1962. It was a big international hit for Orbison, where it reached number 2 in both the Australian and the U. K. singles charts and number 4 in the U. S. Billboard. It was also a top ten hit in Canada and Norway. Five months later, "Dream Baby" was included on Orbison's Greatest Hits compilation LP.


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Sweet dream baby
Sweet dream baby
Sweet dream baby
How long must I dream

Dream baby got me dreamin' sweet dreams the whole day through
Dream baby got me dreamin' sweet dreams night time too
I love you and I'm dreaming of you but that won't do
Dream baby make me stop my dreamin', you can make my dreams come true

Sweet dream baby
Sweet dream baby
Sweet dream baby
How long must I dream

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Dream baby got me dreamin' sweet dreams night time too (dream baby)
I love you and I'm dreaming of you but that won't do (dream baby)
Dream baby make me stop my dreamin', you can make my dreams come true

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How long must I dream

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Roy Orbison

Roy Kelton Orbison (April 23, 1936 – December 6, 1988), also known by the nickname 'The Big O', was an American singer-songwriter, best known for his distinctive, powerful voice, complex compositions, and dark emotional ballads. Orbison grew up in Texas and began singing in a rockabilly/country and western band in high school until he was signed by Sun Records in Memphis. His greatest success came with Monument Records between 1960 and 1964, when 22 of his songs placed on the Billboard Top Forty, including "Only the Lonely", "Crying", and "Oh, Pretty Woman". His career stagnated through the 1970s, but several covers of his songs and the use of "In Dreams" in David Lynch's Blue Velvet revived his career in the 1980s. In 1988, he joined the supergroup Traveling… more »

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Written by: Cindy Walker

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10 facts about this song

Songwriter
"Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)" was written by renowned songwriter Cindy Walker. Walker is known for her contributions to country music and has worked with other artists such as Eddy Arnold and Jim Reeves.
Release Year
The song was released in 1962. It stands as one of Orbison's significant hits that came before his career experienced a brief hiatus in the mid-1960s.
Chart Success
"Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)" performed well on music charts, peaking at number four on the Billboard Hot 100.
Quick Hit
Despite the complexity of most of Roy Orbison's songs, "Dream Baby" is a more straightforward, upbeat pop song. Its simplicity, combined with Orbison's unique voice, helped it quickly gain popularity.
Cover Versions
Since its release, the song has been covered by numerous artists. Glen Campbell, Waylon Jennings, and Lulu are just a few of the musicians who have recorded their versions of this timeless classic.
Music Genre
The song is often categorized under the pop, rock, and roll genres, and is rooted in the Nashville sound which incorporates string instruments and backing vocals.
Roy Orbison's Style
Known for his dark, emotional ballads, "Dream Baby" is a more uptempo offering from Orbison. It still contains his trademark elements of heartache and longing, however, making it a classic Orbison song.
Live Performances
Orbison performed "Dream Baby" on the popular television program 'American Bandstand', hosted by Dick Clark, shortly after its release.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in many of Orbison's compilation albums, such as 'The All-Time Greatest Hits of Roy Orbison', which are highly regarded in the rock-n-roll genre.
Grammy Hall of Fame
While "Dream Baby" itself is not in the Grammy Hall of Fame, Orbison was posthumously awarded the 1998 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. His music, including hits like "Dream Baby", continues to influence artists today.

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