The Story Behind “Dream A Little Dream Of Me” by Mama Cass Elliot

Originally written in 1931 by Fabian Andre and Wilbur Schwandt, with lyrics by Gus Kahn, “Dream A Little Dream Of Me” was first recorded by Ozzie Nelson and His Orchestra the same year. However, it was in 1968 that Mama Cass Elliot, known for her role in The Mamas & the Papas, released a cover of the song that would become its most popular and enduring version. Her rendition became a worldwide hit and remains one of the most beloved versions of this classic tune.

Did You Know?

• “Dream A Little Dream Of Me” was first recorded in 1931 by Ozzie Nelson and His Orchestra.
• Mama Cass Elliot’s 1968 cover became a hit and remains the most famous version of the song.
• The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Michael Bublé.

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Lyrics

Stars shining bright above you
Night breezes seem to whisper “I love you”
Birds singin’ in the sycamore tree
Dream a little dream of me

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Say “nighty-night” and kiss me
Just hold me tight and tell me you’ll miss me
While I’m alone and blue as can be
Dream a little dream of me

Stars fading but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I’m longing to linger ’til dawn, dear
Just saying this

Sweet dreams ’til sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me

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Stars fading but I linger on, dear
Still craving your kiss
I’m longing to linger ’til dawn, dear
Just saying this

Sweet dreams ’til sunbeams find you
Sweet dreams that leave all worries far behind you
But in your dreams, whatever they be
Dream a little dream of me