I Had the Craziest Dream
Helen Forrest, Harry James & His Orchestra, Harry James
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In a dream the strangest and the oddest things appear And what insane and silly things we do. Here is what I see before me, vividly and clear, As I recall it, you were in it, too. I had the craziest dream last night, yes I did. I never dreamt it could be Yet there you were, in love with me. I found your lips close to mine so I kissed you And you didn't mind it at all. When I'm awake such a break never happens. How long can a gal go on dreaming? If there's a chance that you care Then, please, say you do, Baby. Say it and make my craziest dream come true.
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Written by: HARRY WARREN, MACK GORDON
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Data"I Had the Craziest Dream" was first recorded and released in the year 1942.
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Chart-Topping RecordThe song by Harry James and Helen Forrest quickly became a hit upon its release, and it made it to the top of Billboard's pop chart for a period of four weeks during 1942-1943.
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Composition and LyricsThe music for "I Had the Craziest Dream" was written by Harry Warren and the lyrics were penned by Mack Gordon.
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Singers PopularityHarry James was a famous trumpeter and a popular bandleader of the Swing era while Helen Forrest was an American singer who was hailed as the "voice of the name bands" and was deemed as one of the best female vocalists of her time.
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Films FeatureThe song was included in the 1942 20th Century Fox film, "Springtime in the Rockies" where it became popular.
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Album InclusionApart from singles, "I Had the Craziest Dream" was also included in several albums recorded by Harry James such as "Harry James in Hi-Fi" and "All-Time Favorites By".
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists over the years, offering varied interpretations of the melody. Some of these artists include Keely Smith, Doris Day, and versions by musicians like Glenn Miller, Betty Grable in the original film, and Frank Sinatra on his radio show.
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Influence on Other WorksIn 1957, this song figured prominently in 'The Helen Morgan Story', a biographical film about the life and career of the Broadway star, Helen Morgan.
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Parodies and Cultural References"I Had the Craziest Dream" was parodied in episodes of the Warner Brothers' Looney Tunes cartoon series, showcasing its cultural significance and popularity.
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Enduring PopularityDespite being released almost 80 years ago, the song continues to enjoy popularity today, largely thanks to its timeless melody and lyrics. It is often played on radio stations that feature classic hits, and its various interpretations are available on online music platforms.
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