Working on a Dream
Bruce Springsteen
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Out here the nights are long, the days are lonely I think of you and I'm working on a dream I'm working on a dream Now the cards I've drawn's a rough hand, darling I straighten the back and I'm working on a dream I'm working on a dream Come on! I'm working on a dream Though sometimes it feels so far away I'm working on a dream And I know it will be mine someday Rain pourin' down, I swing my hammer My hands are rough from working on a dream I'm working on a dream Let's go! I'm working on a dream Though trouble can feel like it's here to stay I'm working on a dream Well our love will chase trouble away Alright! That's professional whistling right there! I'm working on a dream Though it can feel so far away I'm working on a dream Our love will make it real someday The sun rise up, I climb the ladder The new day breaks and I'm working on a dream I'm working on a dream [Repeat: x3] Hey! I'm working on a dream Though it can feel so far away I'm working on a dream Our love will make it real someday I'm working on a dream Though it can feel so far away I'm working on a dream And our love will make it real someday
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Written by: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
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15 facts about this song
Album Origin"Working on a Dream" is the title track from Bruce Springsteen's 16th studio album.
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Release DateThe song was officially released on November 21, 2008.
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Production Team"Working on a Dream" was produced by Brendan O'Brien, who has frequently collaborated with Bruce Springsteen.
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GenreThe song holds true to Springsteen's classic rock vibe with a blend of folk rock.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, it became a significant hit in various international markets. It went on to reach #95 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Background InformationSpringsteen wrote "Working on a Dream" while he was touring with the E Street Band in 2008.
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InceptionThe song came into existence when Bruce Springsteen woke with the melody in his head, leading him to write the song as he went into the studio.
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ThemeSpringsteen referred to the song as "a song that presents the individual not as an isolated character but one whose full meaning can only be understood within the family, community and nation that surrounds them."
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PublicityThe song was promoted heavily by Sony and Springsteen's website in the run-up to the album's release.
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Live PerformanceIt was first performed live on January 18, 2009 during the "We Are One" Inauguration event for President Barack Obama.
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Critical ReceptionWhile the reception was mostly positive, some critics were ambivalent towards the song's upbeat tone, feeling it was a departure from Springsteen's more nuanced work.
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InspirationsMany of the songs, including 'Working on a Dream', on the album were partially inspired by Barack Obama's presidential campaign.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features footage of Springsteen and his band recording the album in the studio.
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Release TimingIt's considered that the timing of release, the uplifting lyrics and positive spirit aligned with the public mood at the time of Barack Obama's inauguration.
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Song FormatUnlike his long story-telling style in previous albums, this song is more of a short pop format, which was a fresh approach for Springsteen.
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