Don't Let Me Lose This Dream
Dusty Springfield · Where Am I Going [2007]
I don't know what I'm gonna do
If I lose this dream
I'm dreaming about for me and you
If it goes away
I might as well hang it up 'cause I don't know
If I have the heart or mind
To make it true or help it grow
And I only know, I only know, I only know
If I lose this dream
It's goodbye love and happiness, yeah
You're the one I need
I don't want a love that's second best
There've been things all of my life
I wanted to do that made me blue
Help me hold onto this dream
For sometimes dreams often come true
And they all come true
They all come true for me and you
Wait a minute, baby
Baby, baby, hold on
Don't let me lose my dream, no
Baby, baby, be strong
You say that a-you believe that what I say is true
And that I'm the one and only girl for you
Just tell me, no matter what the people say
You're in my corner all the way
And I won't lose this dream
Baby, baby, hold on
Don't let me lose my dream, no
Baby, baby, be strong
Don't let me lose this dream
Baby, baby, hold on
Don't let me lose, lose my dream
Baby, baby, hold on
Don't let me, ooh
Don't Let Me Lose This Dream
Dusty Springfield's 'Don't Let Me Lose This Dream' stands as a poignant song in her discography, reflecting the emotional depth characteristic of her work from the late 1960s. Recorded during a period where she was navigating the complexities of fame and personal identity, the song captures a universal yearning for stability amidst uncertainty. The track exemplifies her signature blend of soulful vocals and intricate harmonies, delivering a message of resilience that resonates across generations. Released on the compilation 'Where Am I Going [2007]', the recording highlights her ability to convey vulnerability and hope, cementing her status as a pivotal figure in the British Invasion and soul music history.