Dream Job

Unveiling the Pursuit of Dreams in 'Dream Job' by The Dears
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Lyrics

Here comes another heartbeat

Expressing anticipation or excitement for a new experience or event.

Beating like a drum

Describing the intensity of the experience, using the metaphor of a heartbeat resembling a drum.

Falling down a stairway to hell

Portraying a descent into a challenging or unpleasant situation, likened to going down a stairway to hell.


I know that sounds familiar

Acknowledging that the situation or feeling is not entirely new; it has been experienced before.

We've heard it all before

Reflecting on the familiarity of the circumstances, suggesting a sense of déjà vu or repetition.

See I, I got nothing up my sleeves

Asserting a lack of hidden motives or tricks, indicating transparency or honesty.


But you got dreams

Acknowledging the existence of aspirations or ambitions.

Of taking someone else's

Highlighting a potentially negative aspect by suggesting a desire to achieve success at the expense of others.

Dreams away

Expanding on the negative aspect, possibly critiquing a ruthless or competitive approach to achieving one's dreams.


I've seen my share of trouble

Indicating personal experience with difficulties or hardships.

I'm sick of playing the blues

Expressing weariness or dissatisfaction with a recurring theme, possibly related to a challenging situation.

And rebels taking over without a clue

Criticizing rebels or non-conformists who assume control without understanding the consequences.


They got dreams

Pointing out that even those critical of others have dreams, potentially emphasizing commonality despite differences.

Of taking someone else's

Repeating the negative theme of aspiring to achieve success by undermining others.

Dreams away

Reiterating the critique of those willing to compromise others' dreams for personal gain.


But we got dreams

Affirming the persistence of dreams despite the challenges or negativity discussed in previous lines.

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