These Dreams

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About These Dreams

"These Dreams" is a 1986 song by the American rock band Heart. It was released as a single in 1986 from their 1985 self-titled album. It was the first song by the band to become a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100.


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Spare a little candle
Save some light for me
Figures up ahead
Moving in the trees
White skin in linen
Perfume on my wrist
And the full moon that hangs over
These dreams in the mist

Darkness on the edge
Shadows where I stand
I search for the time
On a watch with no hands
I want to see you clearly
Come closer than this
But all I remember
Are the dreams in the mist

[Chorus]
These dreams go on when I close my eyes
Every second of the night I live another life
These dreams that sleep when it's cold outside
Every moment I'm awake the further I'm away

Is it cloak n dagger
Could it be spring or fall
I walk without a cut
Through a stained glass wall
Weaker in my eyesight
The candle in my grip
And words that have no form
Are falling from my lips

[Chorus]

There's something out there
I can't resist
I need to hide away from the pain
There's something out there
I can't resist

The sweetest song is silence
That I've ever heard
Funny how your feet
In dreams never touch the earth
In a wood full of princes
Freedom is a kiss
But the prince hides his face
From dreams in the mist

[Chorus: x2]

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Heart

Heart is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Seattle, Washington as The Army, two years later, The Army changed their name to Hocus Pocus, then they changed their name again to White Heart a year later, but eventually changed the name a final time to Heart in 1973. more »

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Written by: Bernie Taupin, Martin George Page

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"These Dreams" was released as part of Heart's self-titled album on January 18, 1986.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success and became Heart's first number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in March 1986.
Genre
The song is considered a classic pop-rock ballad, showcasing a mix of acoustic guitar with electronic and orchestral elements.
Credits
"These Dreams" was written by Martin Page and Bernie Taupin, Elton John's long-time songwriting partner. Unlike other songs of the band which were written by members Ann and Nancy Wilson.
Vocals
Mostly, lead vocals for Heart's songs were done by Ann Wilson. However, "These Dreams" was the first where Nancy Wilson took on lead vocals, showing her dynamic range of performance.
Music Video
The elaborate music video for "These Dreams" directed by Jeff Stein,takes inspiration from different literary works like The Wizard of Oz and Alice in Wonderland.
Inspiration
Songwriter Bernie Taupin has revealed that the song was inspired by the works of American author Edgar Allan Poe.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists since its release, including Mariah Carey on her 1992 MTV Unplugged EP and American Idol contestant Kelly Sweet in 2007.
Soundtrack Presence
"These Dreams" has been featured in numerous TV shows, including The Americans and Miami Vice.
Awards and Nominations
Heart with "These Dreams" earned their first nomination for a Grammy in 1986 under the category Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
Achievement
The song made Heart the first act since The Everly Brothers to have a No. 1 single and not be included in the initial list of inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Live Performances
Despite its high-pitched notes, Nancy Wilson has continued to perform "These Dreams" live at Heart concerts, showcasing her impressive vocal abilities.

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