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Introduction

“Dream Lover” is a timeless classic that has resonated with listeners for decades. Originally penned and performed by Bobby Darin in 1959, the song captures the universal yearning for an ideal partner—a “dream lover” to call one’s own. Darin’s rendition soared to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the UK’s New Musical Express chart, solidifying its place in music history.

In 1961, Dion DiMucci, known mononymously as Dion, offered his own take on this beloved tune. Featured on his album “Runaround Sue,” Dion’s version brought a fresh vocal style to the song, introducing it to a new audience and showcasing his versatility as an artist.

The lyrics of “Dream Lover” express a deep desire for a perfect companion, someone who can transform dreams into reality and end the singer’s loneliness. This theme of longing and hope is universal, which may explain why the song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, each bringing their unique interpretation to its heartfelt message.

Listening to Dion’s rendition of “Dream Lover” feels like a warm conversation with a close friend about the hopes and dreams we all share. It’s a reminder of the timeless nature of love songs and their ability to connect us across generations.

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Lyrics

Every night I hope and pray a dream lover who will come my way

A girl to hold in my arms and know the magic of her charms

Because I want, yea a girl to call, yea my own

I want a dream lover so I don’t have to dream alone

Dream lover where are you with the love, oh so true

And the hand that I can hold to feel you near as I grow old

Because I want, yea a girl to call my own

I want a dream lover so I don’t have to dream alone

Yea, some day I don’t know how I hope she’ll hear my plea

Some way I don’t know how she’ll bring her love to me

Dream lover until then I’ll go to sleep and I dream again

That’s the only thing to do till all my lovers dreams come true

Because I want, yea a girl to call, yea my own

I want a dream lover so I don’t have to dream alone

Dream lover until then I’ll go to sleep and I dream again

That’s the only thing to do till all my lovers dreams come true

Because I want, yea a girl to call my own

I want a dream lover so I don’t have to dream alone

Please don’t make me dream alone

Baby don’t make me dream alone

No, I don’t wanna dream alone