I Like Dreamin'

Kenny Nolan

About I Like Dreamin'

"I Like Dreamin'" is the title of a North American hit single by Kenny Nolan, taken from his eponymous debut album. The recording was issued as the album's lead single in October 1976, spending 27 weeks on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100. It slowly crawled to number three on both that chart as well as the Cash Box Top 100 by early March 1977. The song became a Gold record. "I Like Dreamin'" was an equally large hit in Canada, where it peaked at number three on the Pop Singles chart and was also a number-one hit on the Adult Contemporary chart. The song tells about a man who dreams about an apparently unattainable woman with whom he shares intimate moments, a romantic walk on a beach and, as their love grows, children. He likes these dreams but, of course, always wakes to find that his longed-for lover is "just not there". 


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2010
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I like dreamin' cause dreamin' can make you mine.
I like dreamin', closing my eyes and feeling fine.
When the lights go down, I'm holding you so tight.
Got you in my arms and it's paradise 'til the morning light.

I see us on the shore beneath the bright sunshine.
We've walked along St. Thomas beach a million times.
Hand in hand, two barefoot lovers kissing in the sand.
Side by side, the tide rolls in.
I'm touching you, you're touching me.
If only it could be.

I like dreamin' cause dreamin' can make you mine.
I like dreamin', closing my eyes and feeling fine.
When the lights go down, I'm holding you so tight.
Got you in my arms and it's paradise 'til the morning light.

Through each dream how our love has grown.
I see us with our children and our happy home.
Little smiles, so warm and tender looking up at us.
Blessed by love, the world we share
Until I wake and reach for you
And you're just not there.

I like dreamin' 'cause dreaming can make you mine.
I like holding you close and touching your skin
Even if it's in my mind.
Oh, sweet dream baby, I love you.
Oh, my sweet dream baby, you're in my dreams every night.

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Kenny Nolan

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Written by: KENNY NOLAN

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12 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"I Like Dreamin'" was a significant hit, reaching the number three spot on Billboard's Hot 100 chart and number four on the Cash Box Top 100 in early 1977.
Longevity on the Chart
The song enjoyed a long stay on the charts, spending 27 weeks on Billboard's Hot 100, making it one of the longest-running hits of the 1970s.
Adult Contemporary Success
This song also did exceptionally well in the Adult Contemporary market, where it topped Billboard's AC chart for two weeks.
Kenny Nolan as a One-Hit Wonder
Despite having written several hits for other artists, it's Kenny Nolan's only top ten single as a performer on the Billboard Hot 100.
Grammy Award Nomination
Thanks to "I Like Dreamin'" Nolan received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male in its 20th awards ceremony.
Writer and Performer
Not only did Nolan perform the song, but he also wrote it, demonstrating his talent in both songwriting and performing.
RIAA Certification
"I Like Dreamin'" was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying it sold over a million copies.
Releasing Album
The song was the lead single from Nolan's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1977.
Love Ballad
"I Like Dreamin'" is known for its romantic lyrics and soft rock vibe, making it a popular love ballad of the '70s.
Unique Success
Nolan's best-known single is "I Like Dreamin'," and it's often recognized more than any of his other works.
Inclusion in Films
The song has been featured in various films and TV shows, including the 1994 film "Dumb and Dumber."
Activities Post-Release
After the success of "I Like Dreamin'," Nolan continued to work in the music industry, writing hits for other artists.

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