Dreamworld
Midnight Oil · Essential Oils [2012]
The last square mile of terra firma gavelled in the mail
So farewell to the Norfolk Island pines
No amount of make believe can help this heart of mine
[Chorus]
End - your dreamworld is just about to end
Fall - your dreamworld is just about to fall
Your dreamworld will fall
So shut that buckle and turn that key again
Take me to a place they say the dreaming never ends
Open wide drive that mistery road
Walk through Eden's garden and then wander as you go
Chorus
Sign says honeymoon to rent
Cloudland into dreamland turns
The sun comes up and we all learn
Those wheels must turn
Chorus
About Dreamworld
Midnight Oil's "Dreamworld" stands as a pivotal track on their 2012 compilation *Essential Oils*, reflecting the band's enduring commitment to socially conscious rock. Released during a period of renewed global activism, the song encapsulates the group's signature blend of punk energy and melodic accessibility, often addressing themes of environmental degradation and political alienation. As part of their extensive discography, the recording maintains the high production values characteristic of their later work while retaining the raw urgency that defined their career since the 1970s. The track serves as a testament to the band's ability to translate complex socio-political narratives into anthemic choruses that resonate across generations. It remains a staple in their catalog, frequently cited in discussions about Australian rock's impact on global protest music and its role in shaping the sound of the 21st century.