Dream A Lie (2009 Remaster) Lyrics
UB40
Lyrics
Why do I have to dream of you when I dont wanna dream a lie
Why do I have to dream of you when I dont wanna dream a lie
Never was a better time for trying to set the words to rhyme
Of when a golden love turns blue
And dreams of dreams that wont come true, whoa
Every night I call your name, were still together just the same
The mornin sun I raise my head, a lonely room, an empty bed
Always seems that way, yes it always seems that way
Always seems that way, yes it always seems that way
Never was a better time for trying to set the words to rhyme
Of when a golden love turns blue
And dreams of dreams that wont come true
Every night I call your name, were still together just the same
The mornin sun I raise my head, a lonely room, an empty bed
Always seems that way, yes it always seems that way
Song & Lyrics Facts
UB40's Dream a Lie (2009 Remaster) is a single from their tenth studio album, Labour of Love II. The song was released in 1989 and features the reggae-pop sound that UB40 had become known for.
It was written by lead vocalist Ali Campbell, keyboard player Mickey Virtue, drummer Jim Brown, and saxophonist Brian Travers. The band members included Ali Campbell on vocals and guitar, Robin Campbell on guitar and vocals, Earl Falconer on bass and vocals, Norman Hassan on percussion and vocals, Astro on trumpet and vocals, and Brian Travers on saxophone. The lyrics to Dream a Lie tell the story of someone who has been lied to and can no longer trust anyone else. The upbeat melody and catchy chorus make this an uplifting track despite its sad subject matter. The 2009 remaster includes previously unreleased instrumental versions of the song as well as two remixes. UB40 performed this song live at Glastonbury Festival in 1990 and it remains one of their most popular songs.