Only In My Dreams

Debbie Gibson

About Only In My Dreams

"Only in My Dreams" is the debut single for American singer-songwriter-actress Debbie Gibson. Released December 16, 1986, as a maxi single (Atlantic DM 86744), and then in remixed form (Vocal/3:50, as described herein) February 1987, the song was written by Gibson in 1984, two years before she recorded it. Produced by Fred Zarr and engineered by Don Feinberg for BiZarr Music, Inc., mixed by "Little" Louie Vega and mastered by Herb "Pump" Powers, the dance-pop song reached No. 4 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in the summer of 1987. Douglas Breitbart for Broadbeard Productions, Inc. served as executive producer (see also Debbie Gibson). While it did not initially make the UK top 50, 'Dreams' re-entered the UK singles chart in 1988 on the back of the success of her second single (viz., "Shake Your Love," Atlantic UK A9187), eventually peaking at No. 11. The Extended Club Mix/Vocal track (6:34) from DM 86744 was excerpted for a dance medley, "Medley: Out of the Blue/Shake Your Love/Only in My Dreams" (Debbie Gibson Mega Mix), that became Track 4 on Atlantic DM 86556 "Foolish Beat." 


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Everytime I'm tellin' secrets
I remember how it used to be
And I realized how much I miss you
And I realize how it feels to be free

Now I see I'm up to no good (no, no, no)
And I wanna start again
Can't remember when I felt good, baby
No I can't remember when

No, only in my dreams
As real as it may seem
It was only in my dreams

Couldn't see how much I missed you (now I do)
Couldn't see how much it meant  (ah, ah)
Now I see my world come tumbling down (tumbling down my world)
Now I see the road is bent

If I only once could hold you (no, no, no)
And remember how it used to be
If  only I could scold you
And forget how it feels to be free

No, only in my dreams
As real as it may seem
It was only in my dreams

No, no, no, no, only in my dreams
As real as it may seem
It was only in my dreams

No, only in my dreams
As real as it may seem
It was only in my dreams

No, no , no, no only in my dreams
As real as it may seem
It was only in my dreams

No, no, no, only in my dreams
As real as it may seem
It was only in my dreams

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Debbie Gibson

Deborah Ann "Debbie" Gibson (born August 31, 1970) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress. In 1988 she was pronounced the youngest artist to write, produce, and perform a #1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, with her song "Foolish Beat" and she remains the youngest female to write, record, and perform a #1 single. She has gone on to starring roles on Broadway and touring musicals, as well as independent film and television work. She continues to record, and reached the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart as high as #24 during 2006 in a duet with Jordan Knight titled "Say Goodbye". In 2010, the album Ms. Vocalist, from Sony Japan was Top 10 on the Japanese Billboard chart and the first single from the album, “I Love You”, hit #1. more »

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Written by: DEBORAH ANN GIBSON

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12 facts about this song

Musical Genre
"Only in My Dreams" is a Dance-pop and Teen pop song. It shows the popular music style of the late 80s.
Singer and songwriter
"Only in My Dreams" is sung by Debbie Gibson, who also wrote the song herself. She was 16 when she wrote it, demonstrating her early talent for songwriting.
Release Date
This song was released on December 16, 1986.
Chart Performance
It performed exceptionally well on the charts. It peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100, and also reached number one on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Debut Album
The song was part of Debbie Gibson's debut album "Out of the Blue," which was released in 1987.
Hit Debut
This was Gibson's debut hit that propelled her to stardom, and established her as a significant presence on the Pop music scene.
Video Director
The official music video was directed by Bob Small and premiered on MTV network in 1987.
Personal Significance
The song holds a special meaning for Gibson. According to her, the lyrics were drawn from a situation at the time when she had a crush on someone but couldn't let him know about her feelings.
Independent Success
Before Atlantic Records picked up her contract, this song became an underground hit and popular in the club scene.
Live Performances
Even after decades, "Only in My Dreams" is a staple at Gibson’s live performances, proving its enduring popularity with the fans.
Billboard's Ranking
In 2012, "Only in My Dreams" was ranked number 14 on Billboard’s list of the "50 Best New Wave Songs".
Eventual Classification
Despite being categorized as 'Teen Pop', the song eventually transcended the label with its timeless melody and masterful lyrics that were relatable to a wide range of audience.

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