No. 9 Dream
John Lennon · Walls and Bridges
Was it in a dream, was it just a dream?
I know, yes I know
Seemed so very real, it seemed so real to me
Took a walk down the street
Thru the heat whispered trees
I thought I could hear
Somebody call out my name as it started to rain
Two spirits dancing so strange
Ah! böwakawa poussé, poussé
Dream, dream away
Magic in the air, was magic in the air?
I believe, yes I believe
More I cannot say, what more can I say?
On a river of sound
Thru the mirror go round, round
I thought I could feel
Music touching my soul, something warm, sudden cold
The spirit dance was unfolding
Ah! böwakawa poussé, poussé
No. 9 Dream
John Lennon's "No. 9 Dream" stands as a hauntingly beautiful track from the 1974 album *Walls and Bridges*. Released during a period of intense personal and artistic exploration, the song reflects Lennon's deepening interest in electronic music and his collaboration with Yoko Ono. The recording features a distinctive synthesizer-driven soundscape that blends pop sensibilities with avant-garde experimentation, characteristic of the era's evolving musical landscape. As part of his broader discography, this work showcases Lennon's ability to transcend traditional rock structures, creating an atmospheric piece that resonates with themes of introspection and emotional vulnerability. The track remains a significant example of his late-period output, capturing a unique moment in his artistic evolution.