Sweet Dream

Jethro Tull

About Sweet Dream

"Sweet Dream" is a song recorded by the English progressive rock band Jethro Tull. It was a UK Top Ten hit single, reaching number 7. The song is a non-album single originally recorded during the sessions of their second album Stand Up, but appeared as a bonus track with several other non-album songs on remastered versions of that album. The song appears on many of their compilation albums. In England, the single was the first release on Chrysalis Records. The song was included on the 1972 Warner/Reprise sampler album The Whole Burbank Catalog. This was the first US release. 


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1994
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You'll hear me calling in your sweet dream,
Can't hear your daddy's warning cry.
You're going back to be all the things you want to be
While in sweet dreams you softly sigh.

You hear my voice is calling to be mine again,
Live the rest of your life in a day.
Get out and get what you can
While your mummy's at home a-sleeping.
No time to understand
'Cause they've lost what they thought they were keeping.

No one can hear us in your sweet dream,
Don't hear you leave to start the car.
All wrapped up tightly in the coat you borrowed from me,
Your place of resting is not far.
You hear my voice is calling to be mine again,
Live the rest of your life in a day.
Get out and get what you can
While your mummy's at home a-sleeping.
No time to understand
'Cause they've lost what they thought they were keeping.

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Jethro Tull

Jethro Tull are a British progressive rock group formed in Luton, Bedfordshire, in December 1967. Their music is characterised by the vocals, acoustic guitar, and flute playing of Ian Anderson, who has led the band since its founding, and the guitar work of Martin Barre, who has been with the band since 1969, after he replaced original guitarist Mick Abrahams. more »

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Written by: IAN ANDERSON

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11 facts about this song

Album Origin
"Sweet Dream" is originally from Jethro Tull’s second studio album, "Stand Up", released in 1969.
Song Popularity
The song was one of Jethro Tull’s earliest successful singles, reaching number seven in the UK Singles Chart.
Not About Sleeping
Despite its title, "Sweet Dream" isn't a lullaby but a strong rock piece with Ian Anderson's distinctive flute playing and hard-edged guitar work.
Lyrics Interpretation
Some listeners interpret the lyrics as a wry commentary on the illusory nature of success and fame in the music industry.
Album Artwork
The "Stand Up" album, where "Sweet Dream" appears, is notable for its album cover, which initially looks like a woodcut but on the original vinyl release could ‘stand up’ into a small cardboard cut-out of the band.
Remaster and Reissue
The song, along with the entire "Stand Up" album, was remastered and reissued in 2010, enhancing its sonic qualities.
Heavy Metal Connection
Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page and Robert Plant allegedly gave positive feedback about "Sweet Dream" when they shared a studio with Jethro Tull while the band was recording the album "Led Zeppelin II."
Specificity about Band's Style
"Sweet Dream" exemplified Jethro Tull’s creative mix of progressive rock, blues, and folk music.
Music Video
The song was one of the first by Jethro Tull to feature a promotional music video.
Live Performances
Despite "Sweet Dream" being one of the band's popular songs, it is not always included in their concert's setlist.
Use in Media
The song has been featured in multiple films and TV shows, including the British TV series "Life on Mars."

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