Sweet Dreams

Faron Young, Hello Walls

About Sweet Dreams

"Sweet Dreams" or "Sweet Dreams (of You)" is a country ballad, which was written by Don Gibson. Gibson originally recorded the song in 1955; his version hit the top ten of Billboard's country chart, but was eclipsed by the success of a competing version by Faron Young. In 1960, after Gibson had established himself as a country music superstar, he released a new version as a single. This version also charted in the top ten on the country chart and also crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at number ninety-three. The song has become a country standard, with other notable versions by Patsy Cline and Emmylou Harris. 


Year:
2006
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Sweet dreams of you every night I go through
Why can't I forget you and start my life anew
Instead of having sweet dreams about you
You don't love me it's plain 

I should know you'll never wear my name
I should hate you the whole night through 
Instead of having sweet dreams about you
Sweet dreams of you 

Dreams I know can't come true
Why can't I forget the past 
Start loving someone new
Instead of having sweet dreams about you 

Sweet dreams about you
You don't love me it's plain...

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Faron Young

Faron Young (February 25, 1932 – December 10, 1996) was an American country music singer and songwriter from the early 1950s into the mid-1980s and one of its most successful and colorful stars. Hits including "If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')" and "Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young" marked him as a honky-tonk singer in sound and personal style; and his chart-topping singles "Hello Walls" and "It's Four in the Morning" showed his versatility as a vocalist. Known as the Hillbilly Heartthrob, and following a movie role, the Young Sheriff, Young's singles reliably charted for more than 30 years. He committed suicide in 1996. Young is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. more »

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Written by: DON GIBSON

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9 facts about this song

Songwriter & Original Singer
"Sweet Dreams" was written and first recorded by country music artist Don Gibson in 1955. As a part of his album "Don Gibson Sings," the song quickly became popular.
Chart Achievements
Gibson's rendition of "Sweet Dreams" was a big hit, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard country chart in 1956.
Versions
Earlier in his career, Faron Young, another country music prodigy, released a cover version of "Sweet Dreams" in 1956. Young's version topped the country chart for several weeks and crossed over to the pop Top 20.
Patsy Cline's Version
"Sweet Dreams" was also performed by Patsy Cline in 1963. Her version went on to become one of her signature songs. Even though she succumbed to a plane crash early that year, "Sweet Dreams" made it to the No.5 spot on Billboard's country chart after her death.
Emmylou Harris' Version
In 1976, Emmylou Harris released her own version of "Sweet Dreams," which she included on her album, "Elite Hotel." Harris' rendition peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Film Score
The song was prominently featured in the 1985 film "Sweet Dreams" based on Patsy Cline's life. Jessica Lange, who played the role of Cline, performed the song in the film.
Recognitions
Gibson's "Sweet Dreams" is often recognized as one of country music's greatest songs. Its country music's zeitgeist quality has led it to be covered by numerous artists over the decades, each adding their own impressions to the masterpiece.
Other Versions
Other than the primary performers, the song has been covered by a wide variety of artists, including Reba McEntire, Roy Orbison, Elvis Costello, and, more recently, Kelly Clarkson.
Emotional Impact
"Sweet Dreams" is highly praised for recounting a tale of lost love with simple lyrics and a straightforward melody. The emotional impact provided by the song has resonated with audiences for over 60 years, cementing its place in the annals of country music history.

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