Dream
Dizzee Rascal
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I'm not gunna pull this off man without signing the dots This is too sensible for me man How you gunna have a dream come true ? [verse 1] I used to dream about crazy little things like fame In the days hanging outside the off licence We used to run around the steets reckless with no shame Mainly up to no good the whole world would ask us And when the girls would walk by we would try to catch their eye And if they didn't show face we would act immature Had a thing for south and hackney girls since I was a kid A couple of west girls on my radar I was raw And I was dead sure that I knew it all The whole world got my attitude I nearly blew it all I find it a real big struggle gettin through ot all I swear I didn't want to listen cause I sure didn't care Not knowing for reality that I'd have to prepare 'cause money don't grow on no stick, well it's rare Me and boy was still looking less and less the lick Plus I was growing up, life was looking as a scare [chorus] I like the talky talky happy talk Talk about things you like to do You got to have a dream If you don't have a dream How you gunna have a dream come true [verse 2] I used to love music it was like my hidden hobbie But I couldn't get on on local radio back then So I went to north london and trot to tottenham to be precise And got some air time on heat fm And then it esculated I was getting ratings here and there And carried on until eventually I was everywhere I started doing all the hot spots ministry ceasers palace p area taminin v I did the grim and the glam I done the poor and the posh I didn't hang around I wanted my money in a rush Mind frame in the studio at this stage No time to chat I didn't want to n-gage I found myself a new hustle it was beautiful A none like the one before a bit more suitable The more challenging it got the more I thought it Made an album over 100,000 people bought it Thank you [chorus] [verse 3] To all the youngers cotchin on the staires in the flats With the superstar sockalings Beckham in the making You can go far if you put your mind to it Your a star, don't wait to be told, just do it Try to keep school in your plans don't be worrying about your mans They'll be there in the end if they're real, if they ain't don't be making no effort to impress cause you'll find out where you are just do what you feel Young babymother I got your back aswell Young babyfathers hold it down for your girl I ain't trying to preach but for what it's worth Back is the next generation planet earth Big shout to the world cause I've been all around And when I'm gone I'm always thinking about my home town I'm from the LDN there's no forgetting that And the big UK I stay reppin that [chorus] You love that You tell me you don't love that
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Written by: DYLAN MILLS, OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II, RICHARD RODGERS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Artist Information"Dream" is a track by English rapper, songwriter, and record producer Dizzee Rascal, whose real name is Dylan Mills. He is recognized as a pioneer in the grime music genre.
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Release DateThe song "Dream" was released on 8 November 2004, as part of Dizzee Rascal's second studio album, "Showtime".
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Album Position"Dream" is the second single from the "Showtime" album.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the classic British children's fantasy series, "The Magic Roundabout". The song’s video goes on to depict a twisted parody of the series.
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Chart Performance"Dream" reached number 14 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its popularity among British listeners.
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Music VideoThe whimsical music video for "Dream" was directed by Dougal Wilson, featuring Dizzee Rascal and a backup band of kids on a surreal, psychedelic fantasy set.
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Iconic LinesThe song features a reinterpretation of the famous lyrics from the song "Happy Talk", originally from the musical South Pacific. It's known for the lyrics, "If you don't have a dream, How you gonna have a dream come true?"
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Song Theme"Dream" is about Dizzee Rascal's ambition to be successful and the importance of dreaming.
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Musical StyleThe song continues Dizzee Rascal's grime style but adds a pop sensibility that made it more accessible to mainstream audiences.
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AccoladesThe success of songs like "Dream" helped Dizzee's "Showtime" album earn a nomination for the Mercury Prize, an annual music prize awarded for the best album from the United Kingdom and Ireland.
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Critical ReceptionDespite its chart success, "Dream" received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised its catchy tune and unique blend of grime and pop, while others criticized it for being too mainstream.
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Cultural Impact"Dream" is seen as a cultural landmark in UK music, blending elements of traditional British music with the emerging grime genre.
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