All I Have To do Is Dream

The Everly Brothers' classic hit 'All I Have To Do Is Dream' captures the essence of yearning and desire through its simple yet evocative lyrics. The song is a tender ballad that speaks to the power of dreams as a refuge for unfulfilled love. The repeated phrase 'Whenever I want you, all I have to do is dream' suggests a deep longing for someone who may be out of reach in reality, but can always be together with the singer in dreams. The dream world becomes a sanctuary where the emotional distance between the singer and their beloved is bridged, if only in the mind.

The lyrics also touch on the bittersweet nature of this dreamy escape. The lines 'Only trouble is, Gee whiz, I'm dreaming my life away' acknowledge the futility of living in a fantasy. It implies that while dreaming is a sweet solace, it is also a form of avoidance, a realization that the singer is spending their life longing for something they cannot have. This adds a layer of melancholy to the song, as it contrasts the joy of being with the loved one in dreams with the pain of their absence in reality.

The Everly Brothers, known for their close harmony singing and pioneering influence on the rock and roll genre, deliver the song with a gentle and soothing melody that complements the dreamlike theme. Their harmonies add to the ethereal quality of the song, making it a timeless piece that resonates with anyone who has ever pined for someone. 'All I Have To Do Is Dream' is not just a song about love, but also about the human capacity to find comfort in dreams when reality falls short.