Darn That Dream
Petula Clark · Other Songs - Petula Clark
I dream each night
You say you love me and hold me tight
But when I awake and you're out of sight
Oh, darn that dream
Darn your lips and darn your eyes
They lift me high above the moonlit sky
Then I tumble out of paradise
Oh, darn that dream
Darn that one track mind of mine
It can't understand that you don't care
Just to change the mood I'm in
I'd welcome a nice old nightmare
Darn that dream
And bless it too
Without that dream I never have you
But it haunts me and it won't come true
Oh, darn that dream
Darn That Dream - Petula Clark
Petula Clark's 1963 recording of 'Darn That Dream' stands as a defining moment in British pop history, marking her transition from a child star to a sophisticated adult vocalist. The track, released on her self-titled debut album, showcases her mature vocal control and emotional depth, blending traditional pop structures with a sophisticated arrangement that emphasized her contralto range. While the song did not achieve the massive chart dominance of her later hit 'You've Got a Friend,' it remains a significant song in her discography, demonstrating her versatility and ability to handle complex lyrical themes regarding regret and lost love. The recording reflects the mid-1960s shift toward more adult-oriented pop, establishing Clark as a serious musical artist rather than merely a novelty act.