Only in My Dreams
Debbie Gibson
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Everytime I'm tellin' secrets I remember how it used to be And I realized how much I miss you And I realize how it feels to be free Now I see I'm up to no good (no, no, no) And I wanna start again Can't remember when I felt good, baby No, I can't remember when No, only in my dreams As real as it may seem It was only in my dreams Couldn't see how much I missed you (now I do) Couldn't see how much it meant (ah, ah) Now I see my world come tumbling down (tumbling down my world) Now I see the road is bent If I only once could hold you (no, no, no) And remember how it used to be If only I could scold you And forget how it feels to be free No, only in my dreams As real as it may seem It was only in my dreams No, no, no, no, only in my dreams As real as it may seem It was only in my dreams No, only in my dreams As real as it may seem It was only in my dreams No, no, no, no, only in my dreams As real as it may seem It was only in my dreams No, no, no, only in my dreams As real as it may seem It was only in my dreams
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Written by: DEBORAH ANN GIBSON
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12 facts about this song
Musical Genre"Only in My Dreams" is a Dance-pop and Teen pop song. It shows the popular music style of the late 80s.
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Singer and songwriter"Only in My Dreams" is sung by Debbie Gibson, who also wrote the song herself. She was 16 when she wrote it, demonstrating her early talent for songwriting.
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Release DateThis song was released on December 16, 1986.
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Chart PerformanceIt performed exceptionally well on the charts. It peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100, and also reached number one on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
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Debut AlbumThe song was part of Debbie Gibson's debut album "Out of the Blue," which was released in 1987.
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Hit DebutThis was Gibson's debut hit that propelled her to stardom, and established her as a significant presence on the Pop music scene.
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Video DirectorThe official music video was directed by Bob Small and premiered on MTV network in 1987.
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Personal SignificanceThe song holds a special meaning for Gibson. According to her, the lyrics were drawn from a situation at the time when she had a crush on someone but couldn't let him know about her feelings.
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Independent SuccessBefore Atlantic Records picked up her contract, this song became an underground hit and popular in the club scene.
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Live PerformancesEven after decades, "Only in My Dreams" is a staple at Gibson’s live performances, proving its enduring popularity with the fans.
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Billboard's RankingIn 2012, "Only in My Dreams" was ranked number 14 on Billboard’s list of the "50 Best New Wave Songs".
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Eventual ClassificationDespite being categorized as 'Teen Pop', the song eventually transcended the label with its timeless melody and masterful lyrics that were relatable to a wide range of audience.
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