Street Of Dreams
Sarah Vaughan · Other Songs - Sarah Vaughan
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
About Street Of Dreams
Sarah Vaughan's "Street Of Dreams" stands as a testament to her unparalleled mastery of jazz vocal improvisation and emotional depth. Recorded during the height of her career, the track exemplifies her ability to blend swing with a rich, velvety tone that defined the mid-20th century vocal jazz landscape. Vaughan's interpretation transforms the song into a personal narrative, showcasing her signature phrasing and dynamic range that set her apart from contemporaries. The recording captures the essence of the era's sophisticated club and studio sessions, where vocalists pushed the boundaries of melody and harmony. Vaughan's performance on this track highlights her technical precision and artistic freedom, making it a cherished piece in the canon of American jazz. Her work on such standards continues to influence vocalists today, serving as a benchmark for vocal control and expressive storytelling within the genre.