About The Song
Title: Daydream Believer
Artist: The Monkees
Genre: Pop Rock
Release Date: October 25, 1967
Album: The Birds, The Bees & The Monkees
Writers: John Stewart
Key Themes: “Daydream Believer” is a cheerful and catchy pop rock song that reflects on the passage of time and the contrast between youthful idealism and the reality of adulthood. The lyrics tell the story of a person who was once a “daydream believer” but has become more disillusioned with the challenges of life.
Musical Style: The Monkees’ “Daydream Believer” features an upbeat and infectious pop rock sound. The song is characterized by its jangly guitars, harmonious vocals, and a lively arrangement. Its melodic and sing-along quality contributed to its widespread popularity.
Cultural Impact: “Daydream Believer” became one of The Monkees’ biggest hits, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song’s success solidified The Monkees’ status as a prominent pop group of the 1960s. Its enduring popularity has made it a classic in the pop rock genre.
Legacy: The song has endured as a timeless classic and is often associated with the carefree and optimistic spirit of the 1960s. “Daydream Believer” remains a popular and frequently played song on radio stations and in various forms of media, contributing to its lasting legacy.
The Monkees’ “Daydream Believer” captures the essence of 1960s pop rock with its catchy melody and reflective lyrics. Its enduring popularity showcases the song’s ability to resonate with audiences across generations.
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Lyrics
“Daydream Believer”
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
Of the bluebird as she sings
The six o’clock alarm would never ring
But it rings and I rise
Wipe the sleep out of my eyes
My shavin’ razor’s cold and it stingsCheer up, Sleepy Jean
Oh, what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queenYou once thought of me
As a white knight on his steed
Now you know how happy I can be
Oh, and our good times start and end
Without dollar one to spend
But how much, baby, do we really need
Cheer up, Sleepy Jean
Oh, what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen
Cheer up, Sleepy Jean
Oh, what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen
Cheer up, Sleepy Jean
Oh, what can it mean
To a daydream believer
And a homecoming queen