Dreamer
Prince
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I was born, raised on a slave plantation In the United States, of the red, white and blue Never knew that I was different, till Dr. King was on a balcony Lyin' in a bloody pool I expected so much more from a loving A loving, loving society A truthful explanation, you know what I got another, another conspiracy If it was just a dream, listen, call me, call me a dreamer too With more rewards and accolades, then anyone before or after 21st century, oh what a shame, what a shame Race, race still matters A race to what, and where we going We in the same boat, but I'm the only one rowing Last time I checked, you were sleeping, but you can call me a dreamer too (What's up with this) Peanut butter logic, served on a bed of lies Don't go down too easy, when you've seen your father cry Have you ever clutched the steering wheel in your car too tight Praying that police sirens just pass you by that night While the helicopter circles us, this theory's getting deep Think they're spraying chemicals over the city While we sleep Come on, I'm staying awake you can call me a dreamer too (I got one eye open for these devils) (Wake up, wake up) (I pledge allegiance, to)
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Written by: TROY TAYLOR, BRYAN NELSON, JUDITH HILL
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Dreamer" by Ozzy Osbourne1. "Dreamer" is one of the most popular songs by Ozzy Osbourne, who is known as the "Prince of Darkness" in the heavy metal world.
2. It was released as part of the album "Down to Earth" in 2001.
3. The song was Osbourne's first international single from his album "Down to Earth," which was also his first solo studio album after seven years.
4. The song's lyrics, which talk about environmental issues and a dream of a peaceful world, is, to some extent, reminiscent of the Beatles' song "Imagine."
5. This song seems very contrasting to many other Ozzy Osbourne songs; it features soft, introspective lyrics in contrast to the heavy metal style that he is largely famous for.
6. The song peaked at #10 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in the United States.
7. Osbourne's wife, Sharon, revealed in 2020 that "Dreamer" was her favorite song from his collection.
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Dreamer" by Prince1. "Dreamer" is a song by Prince, from his 35th studio album "Lotusflow3r," released in 2009.
2. Unlike Osbourne's song, Prince's "Dreamer" is more politically charged, blending bluesy rock with social commentary and personal reflections.
3. It was born out of the artist's concern and sadness for the world's social state, including racial issues, which were themes often explored in Prince's music.
4. Musically, the song has a hard-hitting guitar sound and powerful vocals, which sets it apart from some of Prince's other hits.
5. "Dreamer" was released 3 years after Prince was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006.
6. The song is thought to have been inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech.
7. In 2015, Prince performed "Dreamer" in Baltimore at a concert intended to promote peace after the death of Freddie Gray.
8. Although not a commercial hit, "Dreamer" has been praised by critics for its strong message and impressive guitar work.
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