Just a Dream
Carrie Underwood
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It was two weeks after the day she turned eighteen All dressed in white, going to the church that night She had his box of letters in the passenger seat Sixpence in her shoe Something borrowed, something blue And when the church doors opened up wide She put her veil down trying to hide the tears Oh she just couldn't believe it She heard the trumpets from the military band And the flowers fell out of her hands [Chorus] Baby, why'd you leave me, why'd you have to go I was counting on forever, now I'll never know I can't even breathe It's like I'm looking from a distance, Standing in the background Everybody's saying, he's not coming home now, This can't be happening to me This is just a dream The preacher man said let us bow our heads and pray Lord please lift his soul and heal this hurt Then the congregation all stood up And sang the saddest song that she ever heard Then they handed her a folded up flag And she held on to all she had left of him Oh, and what could've been And then guns rang one last shot And it felt like a bullet in her heart Baby, why'd you leave me, why'd you have to go I was counting on forever, now I'll never know I can't even breathe It's like I'm looking from a distance, Standing in the background Everybody's saying, he's not coming home now, This can't be happening to me This is just a dream Baby, why'd you leave me, why'd you have to go I was counting on forever, now I'll never know Oh I'll never know It's like I'm looking from a distance, Standing in the background Everybody's saying, he's not coming home now, This can't be happening to me This is just a dream Oh, this is just a dream Just a dream, (yeah, yeah)
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Written by: Gordie Sampson, Hillary Lindsey, Steven Mcewan
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Country Capital"Just a Dream" is a country ballad recorded by Carrie Underwood, who is widely respected as one of the most successful artists in the country music genre.
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Music MasteryThe song was released in July 2008, as the fourth single from Underwood's second studio album, "Carnival Ride."
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Creative Team"Just A Dream" was written by the trio of Hillary Lindsey, Gordie Sampson, and Steve McEwan, who are renowned for creating many hit songs in the country music sphere.
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Chart TriumphThe song peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and also entered the top 10 on the Billboard's All-genre Hot 100 chart, proving its success beyond the country domain.
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Military CelebrationReleased during America's operations in Iraq, "Just A Dream" follows the theme of a young woman losing her lover to war. The song resonated with many military families and is often used at military homecomings and memorials.
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Meaningful VisualsDirected by Roman White, the song's music video portrays a young widow attending her military husband's funeral, personifying the song's heartfelt lyrics.
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Award Recognition"Just a Dream" was nominated for 'Best Female Country Vocal Performance' at the 51st Grammy Awards.
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Crossover SuccessAlong with its success in country charts, "Just A Dream" also reached number 18 on the US Billboard Pop 100, highlighting Underwood's crossover appeal.
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Platinum CertificationThe song was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying the shipment of over a million copies in the United States.
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Acclaim EntrustedThe song generally received positive reviews from critics, who appreciated its emotional narrative and Underwood's vocal performance.
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Featured PerformancesUnderwood has performed "Just a Dream" at numerous high-profile events, including the Country Music Association Awards and the American Idol season seven finale, where she was accompanied by a full choir.
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