In the tumultuous year of 1968, when the world was gripped by social and political upheaval, Elvis Presley, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, delivered a powerful message of hope, unity, and inspiration through his timeless song, “If I Can Dream.”
This iconic anthem, released in the same year, transcends the boundaries of time and remains a poignant reminder of Elvis’s enduring influence on music and society.
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Did You Know?
- Elvis Presley’s “If I Can Dream” was not just a song; it was a heartfelt plea for harmony and understanding in a world torn by division and strife.
- Written by Walter Earl Brown, the song was inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
- Elvis’s rendition, complete with his impassioned vocals, resonated deeply with the spirit of the times, offering solace and a vision for a better future.
- The song’s profound message and Elvis’s passionate delivery made it a cultural milestone, and it stands as one of his most remarkable performances.
- Elvis performed “If I Can Dream” during his ’68 Comeback Special, but there’s a notable point to mention. According to a forum discussion, he never sang it in concert after that special.
- “If I Can Dream” remains one of Elvis Presley’s most iconic and moving songs, appreciated for its musical qualities and poignant message of hope and unity.
“If I Can Dream”
(from “Elvis (NBC TV Special)” soundtrack)
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There must be lights burning brighter somewhere
Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue
If I can dream of a better land
Where all my brothers walk hand in hand
Tell me why, oh why, oh why can’t my dream come true?There must be peace and understanding sometime
Strong winds of promise that will blow away all the doubt and fear
If I can dream of a warmer sun
Where hope keeps shining on everyone
Tell me why, oh why, oh why won’t that sun appear?We’re lost in a cloud with too much rain
We’re trapped in a world that’s troubled with pain
But as long as a man has the strength to dream
He can redeem his soul and flyDeep in my heart there’s a trembling question
Still I am sure that the answer’s gonna come somehow
Out there in the dark, there’s a beckoning candle
And while I can think,
While I can talk
While I can stand,
While I can walk
While I can dream,
Please let my dream come true… right now
Let it come true right now
Oh, yeah
Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue
If I can dream of a better land
Where all my brothers walk hand in hand
Tell me why, oh why, oh why can’t my dream come true?There must be peace and understanding sometime
Strong winds of promise that will blow away all the doubt and fear
If I can dream of a warmer sun
Where hope keeps shining on everyone
Tell me why, oh why, oh why won’t that sun appear?We’re lost in a cloud with too much rain
We’re trapped in a world that’s troubled with pain
But as long as a man has the strength to dream
He can redeem his soul and flyDeep in my heart there’s a trembling question
Still I am sure that the answer’s gonna come somehow
Out there in the dark, there’s a beckoning candle
And while I can think,
While I can talk
While I can stand,
While I can walk
While I can dream,
Please let my dream come true… right now
Let it come true right now
Oh, yeah