Living In a Dream

Finger Eleven

About Living In a Dream

"Living in a Dream" is the first single from Canadian alternative rock band Finger Eleven's sixth album, Life Turns Electric. It was released in August 2010. This song, along with "Paralyzer" from their last album, has a "dance-rock" feel to the track. The song failed to be as big a hit internationally as the last album's lead single, "Paralyzer" was, failing to hit the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and reaching the top five on any rock format. The song is the official theme song for the 2011 WWE Royal Rumble event that is produced by WWE.  


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2010
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I was never the kind
To be taking my time
Any place that's worth a damn
And today's another day
That I've gone and thrown away
And I don't care where it lands

'Cause I'm just thinking about us
I've been living in a dream about you
And now I know you were all I ever wanted on my mind
And if I never see
My own reality
Well, I'm okay to leave it all behind

I'll be gone for a time
Tuning out for a while
It's gonna look like I'm not all there
I've decided that today
Seems alright to piss away
Ignore my empty stare

'Cause I'm just thinking about us
I've been living in a dream about you
And now I know you were all I ever wanted on my mind
And if I never see
My own reality
Well, I'm okay to leave it all behind

When I come down
And look around
I can't believe
The fantasy is gone like a memory
Out of my reach
Fading out from me
You're fading out from me

I've been living in a dream about you
And now I know you were all I ever wanted on my mind
And if I never see
My own reality
Well, I'm okay to leave it all behind

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Finger Eleven

Finger Eleven is a Canadian rock band from Burlington, Ontario, formed in 1989. They have currently released six studio albums, with their album The Greyest of Blue Skies bringing them into the mainstream. The 2003 self-titled album achieved Gold status in the United States and Platinum in Canada, largely from the success of the single "One Thing", which marked the band's first placing on the US Hot 100 Chart at number 16. Their 2007 album Them vs. You vs. Me launched the single "Paralyzer", which went on to top numerous charts including the Canadian Hot 100 and both US rock charts, as well as reaching No. 6 on the US Hot 100 and No. 12 on the Australian Singles Chart. They won the Juno Award for Rock Album of the Year in 2008 It was later certified gold stat… more »

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Written by: SCOTT ANDERSON, SEAN ANDERSON, RICHARD BEDDOE, JAMES BLACK, RICK JACKETT, GREGG WATTENBERG

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Living in a Dream" is a song by Canadian rock band Finger Eleven. Released in July 2010, it is the lead single from their sixth studio album, "Life Turns Electric".
Genre
The song falls under the genre of alternative rock, as it features a mixture of grunge, alternative metal, and post-grunge influences.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success. It reached number one on the Canadian rock/alternative chart, and it peaked at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Lyrics
Lyrically, "Living in a Dream" discusses the idea of escaping reality and living in a dream-like state. This concept is also reflected in the song's energetic and uplifting music.
Songwriting
Scott Anderson, the band’s lead vocalist, along with guitarist James Black and bassist Sean Anderson, are the songwriters behind "Living in a Dream."
Critical Acclaim
The song was praised for its catchy refrain and strong instrumentation, showcasing Finger Eleven's consistency and growth as a band.
Music Video
A music video for "Living in a Dream" was released in August 2010. The video, directed by Alon Isocianu, portrays the band performing amidst various surreal and dreamlike visuals.
Recognition
The song was nominated for "Single of the Year" at the 2011 Juno Awards, showcasing its impact on the Canadian music industry.
Usage In Media
This song was used as the theme for WWE's "Survivor Series" in 2010. It was also featured in several video games, including Tap Tap Revenge 3 and Rocksmith 2014.
Live Performance
"Living in a Dream" is a staple of Finger Eleven's live performances. The band often uses it as their show opener due to its energetic mood and crowd-pleasing singalong chorus.

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