In My Dreams

Dokken

About In My Dreams

"In My Dreams" is a song by American heavy metal band Dokken, released in 1985 on the album Under Lock and Key. The song peaked at number 24 on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and at number 77 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.


Year:
2001
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Toss and turn all night in the sheets
I can't sleep
Night after night don't know what it means
In my dreams

What can I say or do
You won't come back, we're through
I've realized too late
That, baby, your love has turned away

In my dreams, it's still the same
Your love is strong, it still remains
In my dreams, you're still by me
Just the way it used to be

Calling your name, but you're turning away
Please don't leave
Running in circles, waiting to see you
In my dreams

What can I say or do
You won't come back, we're through
I've realized too late
That, baby, your love has turned away

In my dreams, it's still the same
Your love is strong, it still remains
In my dreams, you're still by me
Just the way it used to be

In my dreams, it's still the same
Your love is strong, it still remains
In my dreams, you're still by me
Just the way it used to be

In my dreams, it's still the same
Your love is strong, it still remains
In my dreams, you'll always be
In my heart and in my dreams
In my dreams, it's still the same
In my dreams, you're still by me
In my dreams, just the way it used to be
In my dreams, what can I say
In my dreams, You're still by me
And in my dreams, You'll always be
In my dreams, You'll always be
In my dreams, your love is strong
In my dreams, You're still the same
In my dreams

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Dokken

Dokken is an American heavy metal band formed in 1976. They split up in 1989 but reformed four years later. The group accumulated numerous charting singles and has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide. The band was nominated for a Grammy in 1989. more »

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Written by: GEORGE LYNCH, DON DOKKEN, JEFF PILSON, MICK BROWN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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20 facts about this song

Origins
"In My Dreams" is a song by the heavy metal band Dokken, released in 1985 as part of their third studio album, "Under Lock and Key," which was a top 40 album on the Billboard 200 Album Chart.
Song Personnel
All four band members, Don Dokken, Mick Brown, George Lynch, and Jeff Pilson had contributed to the songwriting.
Song Performance
The song remains one of Dokken's most popular tracks and reached No. 24 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks Chart.
Music Video
The song's music video was in heavy rotation on MTV during the peak of their career.
Pop Culture
It has been featured in various television shows and movies, increasing its popularity over the years. Notably, it was used in an episode of the show "South Park."
Cover Versions
Multiple artists have covered the song. Such as Swedish band "ReinXeed," an American band, "Breaking Benjamin", which demonstrates its impact on other artists across different genres.
Live Performances
The song is a staple in Dokken's live set-list, showcasing the band’s penchant for catchy melodic hooks, searing guitar riffs, and soaring vocals.
Inspiration
While lyrics of the song seem to talk about dreams or dreaming, they are more metaphorical, expressing the feelings of longing and desire in a relationship context.
Legacy
Despite the passage of time, "In My Dreams" remains a classic, still played on rock radio and embraced by both old and new fans of Dokken.
Studio Recollection
The band recalls intense in-studio work while recording this song. Don Dokken once mentioned how the band pushed each other to their creative limits to bring the best out of the song.
Band History
"In My Dreams" is a song by the American heavy metal band Dokken. This band was formed in 1979 and was known as one of the biggest hard rock/heavy metal bands of the 1980s.
Album Data
The song is included in the band's fourth studio album called "Under Lock and Key" which was released in November 1985.
Billboard Ranking
Upon its release, "In My Dreams" reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and stood at number 77 on the Billboard Hot 100 which is considered a success for a heavy metal band during that period.
Music Video Popularity
The music video for "In My Dreams" was played heavily on MTV during the height of Dokken's popularity, increasing its exposure and popularity.
Composition
The song showcases the band's tighter, more melodic sound which was characteristic of many 1980s hair metal/sleaze metal bands. It features a guitar solo by lead guitarist George Lynch, showcasing his skill and proficiency.
Band Break-up
Despite the success of the song and the album, the band Dokken broke up in 1989 due to rising tensions between the members. They, however, reunited in 1993.
Live Performances
"In My Dreams" is commonly performed at Dokken's live shows and is considered a fan favorite.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists in the glam metal genre, such as Funhouse and Heavy Pettin'.
Legacy
Today, the song is highly regarded as a classic within the '80s metal genre. It is often played on Classic Rock radio stations and appears in various '80s best-of metal compilation albums.
Streaming and Digital Relevance
In today's digital age, "In My Dreams" continues its popularity on streaming platforms like Spotify, with millions of streams worldwide.

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