About The Song
“The Everly Brothers’ ‘All I Have to Do Is Dream’ is a timeless ballad released in 1958 that showcases the duo’s impeccable harmonies. Written by Boudleaux Bryant, the song combines dreamy lyrics with the brothers’ signature vocal blend, creating a hauntingly beautiful and enduring classic that has left an indelible mark on the landscape of rock and roll and pop music.”
Five Facts:
- Instant Success: “All I Have to Do Is Dream” was an instant success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and staying there for several weeks. It also topped the charts in the UK, solidifying The Everly Brothers’ international acclaim.
- Double A-Side Hit: The single featuring “All I Have to Do Is Dream” was a double A-side release, with the flip side being “Claudette.” Both songs gained popularity, but “All I Have to Do Is Dream” became the dominant hit and is the more enduring of the two.
- Harmony Perfection: One of the defining features of the song is the exquisite harmony singing of The Everly Brothers, Don, and Phil. Their seamless vocal blend set a standard for sibling harmonies in rock and roll, influencing countless artists who followed.
- Cover Versions: The song has been covered by various artists over the years, including Glen Campbell and Bobbie Gentry, whose version also achieved chart success. The enduring appeal of “All I Have to Do Is Dream” is evident in its continued popularity and its status as a song that musicians are drawn to reinterpret.
- Crossover Appeal: The Everly Brothers’ music, including “All I Have to Do Is Dream,” had crossover appeal, bridging the gap between rock and roll and the more traditional pop music of the era. This ability to appeal to a broad audience contributed to their lasting impact on the evolving landscape of popular music.
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Lyrics
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream, dream, dream, dreamWhen I want you in my arms
When I want you and all your charms
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream, dream, dream, dreamWhen I feel blue in the night
And I need you to hold me tight
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
DreamI can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime, night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I’m dreamin’ my life awayI need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream, dream, dream, dream
DreamI can make you mine, taste your lips of wine
Anytime, night or day
Only trouble is, gee whiz
I’m dreamin’ my life awayI need you so that I could die
I love you so and that is why
Whenever I want you, all I have to do is
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream, dream, dream, dream
Dream