Last Night I Had A Dream
Randy Newman · Sail Away [2002]
You were in it, I was in it with you
Everyone that I knew
And everyone that you know was in my dream
I saw a vampire
I saw a ghost
Everybody scared me but you sacred me the most
In the dream I had last night
In the dream I had last night
In my dream
It started out in a barnyard at sundown
And everyone was laughing and you were lying on the ground
You said, "Honey, can you tell me what you name is?"
"Honey, can you tell me what your name is?"
I said, "You know what my name is."
Last night I had a dream
You were in it, I was in it with you
Everyone that I knew
And everyone that you know was in my dream
I saw a vampire
I saw a ghost
Everybody scared me but you sacred me the most
In the dream I had last night
In the dream I had last night
In my dream
Last Night I Had A Dream
Randy Newman's "Last Night I Had A Dream" appears on his 2002 album *Sail Away*, marking a return to his signature songwriting style after a long hiatus. The track exemplifies Newman's characteristic blend of whimsical storytelling and social commentary, a hallmark of his discography that has defined his career since the 1960s. While the specific lyrical themes of this recording remain consistent with his broader body of work, the song reflects his enduring ability to craft memorable melodies paired with narrative depth. Released decades after his initial fame, the track demonstrates Newman's continued relevance and mastery of the American songbook, offering a fresh perspective on his classic approach to pop and folk music.