I Can Dream, Can't I?
The Andrews Sisters
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(Dream on, dream on) I can see No matter how near you'll be You'll never belong to me But I can dream, can't I? Can't I pretend that I'm locked In the bend of your embrace? For dreams are just like wine And I am drunk with mine I'm aware My heart is a sad affair There's much disillusion there But I can dream, can't I? Can't I adore you Although we are oceans apart? I can't make you open your heart But I can dream, can't I? I'm aware My heart is a sad affair There's much disillusion there But I can dream, can't I? Can't I adore you Although we are oceans apart? I can't make you open your heart But I can dream, can't I? (Dream on, dream on, dream on) I can dream, can't I?
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Written by: SAMMY FAIN
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12 facts about this song
Year of Release"I Can Dream, Can't I?" was released in the year 1949 by The Andrews Sisters.
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ComposerThe original composer of this song is Sammy Fain.
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LyricistsThe beautiful lyrics of "I Can Dream, Can't I?" were written by Irving Kahal.
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ArrangerThe orchestration of the song was arranged by prolific composer Gordon Jenkins, known for his ability to blend pop and orchestral music.
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PerformanceUnlike their traditional upbeat tempo, "I Can Dream, Can't I?" was a slow song performed by The Andrews Sisters, showcasing their versatility to adapt to different styles.
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Chart Performance - Andrews Sisters VersionThis song peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart and remained for 26 weeks, demonstrating its immense popularity.
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Previous RecordingsTommy Dorsey, a renowned American jazz trombonist, had previously recorded "I Can Dream, Can't I?" in 1938, more than a decade before The Andrews Sisters version.
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Cover VersionsFollowing the song's success, it has been covered by several other artists, including the British singer Vera Lynn and famous American crooner Perry Como.
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Relevance in Contemporary CultureThe song garnered renewed attention when it was included in the soundtrack for the 2010 movie "Shutter Island."
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Sammy Fain's LegacyFain, the song's original composer, is known for many famous songs, including "Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing" and "Secret Love," both of which won Academy Awards. "I Can Dream, Can't I?" adds to his impressive repertoire.
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Andrews Sisters' CareerThe success of "I Can Dream, Can't I?" further cemented The Andrews Sisters' place in the music industry. They are known for more than fifty Top 10 hits, demonstrating their strong influence on the popular music of the mid-20th century.
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Notable HitEven though it was a departure from their peppier hits, "I Can Dream, Can't I?" is often considered one of the Andrews Sisters' signature tracks due to its chart success and enduring popularity.
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