When I First Saw You [Jamie Foxx]
Dreamgirls Soundtrack · Dreamgirls [Deluxe Soundtrack] [2006]
[Verse]
When I first saw you
I said "O My", I said "O My"
That's a dream
That's my dream
I needed a dream
When it all seemed to go bad
Then I found you
And I have had the most beautiful dreams any mans ever had
[Verse 2]
When I first saw you
I said "O My", "O My"
That's my dream
That's my dream
I needed a dream
To make me strong
You were the only reason I had to go on
[Chorus]
You were my dream
All the things I never knew
You were my dream
Who could believe they could ever come true
And who would believe
The world would believe
And my dreams too
[Verse 3]
When I first saw you
I said "O My", "O My"
That's my dream
[Fade Out]
When I first saw you
I said "O My", I said "O My"
That's a dream
That's my dream
I needed a dream
When it all seemed to go bad
Then I found you
And I have had the most beautiful dreams any mans ever had
[Verse 2]
When I first saw you
I said "O My", "O My"
That's my dream
That's my dream
I needed a dream
To make me strong
You were the only reason I had to go on
[Chorus]
You were my dream
All the things I never knew
You were my dream
Who could believe they could ever come true
And who would believe
The world would believe
And my dreams too
[Verse 3]
When I first saw you
I said "O My", "O My"
That's my dream
[Fade Out]
When I First Saw You [Jamie Foxx]
This track features Jamie Foxx on lead vocals, delivering a soulful performance that anchors the Dreamgirls soundtrack. As part of the 2006 deluxe edition, the recording captures the film's blend of R&B and theatrical pop, reflecting the era's sound. Foxx's delivery adds a distinct texture to the score, complementing the ensemble work of other cast members like Beyoncé and Jennifer Hudson. The song serves as a key moment in the musical's narrative, showcasing the vocal capabilities of its star while contributing to the album's cohesive atmosphere of 1990s-inspired drama and romance.