I Had A Dream
Daniel Johnston · Why Me? Live Volksbuhne Am Rosa Luxemburg-Platz 6/6/99 [2005]
You were the queen of quite a few
And I was there, but you didn't care
I didn't matter somehow.
The band played and you sang a tune
And the stars fell down from the moon
And you smiled a smile that parted the sea
But you didn't notice me
No.
Your eyes filled up the sky and they were blue
And you had a weird monkey there with you too
And you danced a jig and tipped his hat
And you turned around with a grin so fat
And he was me.
There were lights and fireworks and cannons going off
in your honor
And I was worried,
But a man said "Don't worry, nothing can harm her"
And I grabbed the microphone and I stood all alone
And I looked up at you, and you looked down at me
And then you said "Off with his head".
I had a dream about you
I Had A Dream
Daniel Johnston's "I Had A Dream" appears on his 2005 live recording from the Volksbuhne in Berlin, capturing the raw energy of his early performances. This track exemplifies Johnston's unique blend of childlike innocence and surreal, often unsettling imagery that defined his musical style. Recorded during a pivotal era in his career, the song reflects his ability to transform personal obsessions into universal anthems of hope and confusion. The recording showcases his distinctive vocal delivery and the intimate connection he shared with audiences, marking a significant moment in his discography where his experimental approach to folk and art music reached new heights.