Dream Baby Dream
Dean Wareham, Britta Phillips, Suicide
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Dream baby dream Dream baby dream Dream baby dream Forever, And ever keep those dreams burnin' forever Keep those dreams burnin Forever... And ever.. dream baby dream Dream baby dream Forever dream baby dream Dream baby dream Dream baby, dream baby Dream baby dream Forever dream baby dream Come on baby you gotta keep those dreams burnin' Keep those dreams baby Dream baby dream Dream baby,dream baby, Dream baby, dream baby Forever... keep that flame burnin' Keep that flame burnin' Forever dream baby dream Dream baby dream Forever, and ever Forever, and ever yeah, those dreams keep you free Kepp holding on yeah.. dream baby, dream baby, Dream baby. Forever and ever Dream baby dream I see that smile on your face Yeah Yeah, makes you free I see that smile Huh... Oh.. dream baby dream Dream baby dream Dream baby dream Dream baby dream Forever ...
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Written by: ALAN VEGA, MARTIN REV
Lyrics © REVEGA PUBLISHING CO., BMG Rights Management
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14 facts about this song
Origin"Dream Baby Dream" is a song by the experimental proto-punk band Suicide, which was primarily composed of Alan Vega and Martin Rev. The band is known for its abrasive, minimalistic sound and controversial name.
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Release DateIt was released in 1979 as a single and has since become one of the band's most well-known and highly respected songs.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Dream Baby Dream" are simple but captivating. They portray an abstract concept of dreams and possibilities, layered with moods of optimism and melancholy.
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Music StyleThe song follows an electronic punk music style, characterized by its simple yet evocative synth line accompanied by Vega's hypnotic vocals.
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InfluenceThis track has had a significant influence on various artists across different genres. Notably, Bruce Springsteen has covered the song during live performances.
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LegacyEven though it did not chart upon its initial release, "Dream Baby Dream" has gained a cult status and is regarded as a classic in alternative music circles. It is often cited as one of the earliest examples of electronic punk sound.
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Cover VersionsAside from Bruce Springsteen, other notable artists who have covered "Dream Baby Dream" include Neneh Cherry and Savages.
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Soundtrack PlacementThe song was featured in the soundtrack of Netflix's "The End of the F***ing World" and also in the film "Nymphomaniac."
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Live Performances"Dream Baby Dream" was often the closing song during Suicide's live performances.
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Album PlacementEven though "Dream Baby Dream" was not included in Suicide's initial albums, it was eventually included in subsequent compilifications and reissues of their work.
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InnovationThe song is revered as an innovative piece showcasing the minimalist approach of Suicide, favoring simple compositions, repetitive keyboard patterns, and the intense, focused performance of lead singer Alan Vega.
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AcclamationIn 2016, Pitchfork named "Dream Baby Dream" as one of the 200 best songs of the 1970s.
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Death of Alan VegaAfter Vega's death in 2016, the popularity of "Dream Baby Dream" surged once again as listeners revisited the influential work he had done with Suicide.
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SignificanceDespite Suicide never entering mainstream success, the significance of their work and songs like "Dream Baby Dream" can be felt in many different areas of music, from rock to electronica, punk to indie, and beyond.
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