Follow That Dream
Elvis Presley
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Follow that dream, I gotta follow that dream Keep a-movin, move along, keep a moving I've gotta follow that dream wherever that dream may lead I gotta follow that dream to find the love I need When your heart gets restless, time to move along When your heart gets weary, time to sing a song But when a dream is calling you There's just one thing that you can do Well, you gotta follow that dream wherever that dream may lead You gotta follow that dream to find the love you need Keep a-movin, move along, keep a moving Gotta find me someone whose heart is free Someone to look for my dream with me And when I find her I may find out Just what my dreams are all about I've gotta follow that dream wherever that dream may lead I gotta follow that dream to find the love I need I've gotta follow that dream wherever that dream may lead I gotta follow that dream to find the love I need Keep a-movin, move along Keep a-movin, move along Keep a-movin, move along
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Written by: BENJAMIN WEISMAN, FRED WISE
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Follow That Dream" is classified as rock and roll, pop, and country.
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Release Date InformationThe single was released by Elvis Presley in April 1962.
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Movie AssociationThis song was the title track of Elvis Presley's sixteenth film, which was also titled "Follow That Dream."
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Music Charts"Follow That Dream" debuted at #15 on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at #5.
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Writing CreditsFred Wise and Ben Weisman, both prolific songwriters of their time, wrote "Follow That Dream."
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Compilation InformationThe song later became a part of several Elvis compilations, including "Elvis: Greatest Hits Volume 1" and "Elvis 75: Good Rockin' Tonight."
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Song LengthThe recorded version of the song is 1 minute and 39 seconds long.
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Album InformationThe song was part of the extended play (EP) album "Follow That Dream," which also included other songs like "Angel," "What a Wonderful Life," and "I'm Not the Marrying Kind."
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Recording Details"Follow That Dream" was recorded on July 2, 1961 at RCA's Studio B in Nashville.
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Cultural ImpactAs a track that embodies the American dream's ability and persistency to always aim higher, it has frequently been used in programs dealing with American dreams and ambitions.
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Cover VersionsMultiple artists, including Bruce Springsteen and Petula Clark, have covered "Follow That Dream." Bruce Springsteen's cover version, in particular, has been well-received by both fans and critics.
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ReceptionDespite not hitting the top on the charts, "Follow That Dream" remains one of Elvis Presley's beloved songs, enjoyed by fans worldwide for its uplifting and inspiring message.
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Selection as A-Side TrackThe song was chosen as an A-side track, with "Angel" serving as the B-side track for the single release.
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Song MessageThe lyrics of "Follow That Dream" inspire listeners to follow their dreams and never give up, an echo of Elvis's own journey to stardom.
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Musical ArrangementThe musical arrangement of "Follow That Dream" features Elvis’ signature powerful vocal performance, complemented by simple rock and roll instrumentation.
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