Street Of Dreams
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
Come on and trade in your old dreams for new
Your new dreams for old
I know where they're bought
I know where they're sold
Midnight, you've got to get there at midnight
And you'll be met there by others like you
Brothers as blue
Smiling on the street of dreams
Love laughs at a king
Kings don't mean a thing
On the street of dreams
Dreams broken in two can be made like new
On the street of dreams
Gold, sliver and gold
All you can hold is in the moonbeams
Poor, no one is poor
Long as love is sure
On the street of dreams
Midnight, look at the steeple, it's midnight
Unhappy people, it's ringing with joy
It's ringing with cheer
'Cause yesterday's gone
Tomorrow is near
Midnight, the heart is lighter at midnight
Things will be brighter the moment you find
More of your kind
Smiling on the street of dreams
Love laughs at a king
Kings don't mean a thing
On the street of dreams
Dreams broken in two can be made like new
On the street of dreams
Gold, sliver and gold
All you can hold is in the moonbeams
Poor, no one is poor
Long as love is sure
On the street of dreams
Street Of Dreams
Recorded by Bing Crosby, "Street Of Dreams" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in the romantic ballad genre. The track showcases Crosby's signature vocal style, characterized by a warm, intimate tone and a gentle, conversational delivery that became a hallmark of his career. Released during the mid-20th century, the song reflects the era's preference for sentimental pop and standards, themes central to Crosby's discography. As a solo artist, he frequently performed such pieces that highlighted his ability to convey deep emotion through subtle phrasing rather than vocal pyrotechnics. The recording captures the essence of his work with other contemporaries like Perry Como, focusing on the art of storytelling through melody and voice. This particular track remains a testament to his enduring appeal as a crooner who defined the sound of American radio for decades.