About The Song
Shania Twain is a name synonymous with reinvention, with a musical career that has spanned decades and crossed genre boundaries with remarkable ease. From her breakthrough album The Woman in Me in 1995 to her long-awaited return in 2017 with Now, Twain has always evolved, surprising her audience and taking them on a journey of growth and transformation. Her 2022 release, “Waking Up Dreaming”, marks a new chapter in her storied career, showcasing the same undeniable charm and vocal power that made her a global sensation, but with a fresh perspective on life, love, and the pursuit of happiness.
“Waking Up Dreaming” is a track that captures the essence of Twain’s ability to blend country music with pop sensibilities, but with a more contemporary feel. The song’s upbeat tempo and infectious chorus immediately set it apart as an anthem of optimism and self-empowerment. With an infectious energy, the song speaks to the idea of living in the moment and embracing one’s dreams, regardless of age or circumstance. It’s a celebration of the joy found in following one’s passions and desires, and it encourages listeners to dream big and wake up to the possibility of those dreams coming true.
Lyrically, “Waking Up Dreaming” explores themes of optimism, freedom, and the power of imagination. The song’s opening lines immediately set a whimsical tone, with Twain singing about a world where anything is possible, where her imagination knows no bounds. There is an unmistakable sense of hopefulness in the lyrics, with an emphasis on taking control of one’s own narrative and waking up each day ready to face the world with a sense of purpose and possibility. For an artist like Twain, whose career has been marked by personal triumphs and struggles, this theme of waking up and embracing the day takes on even more significance, as it reflects her own journey of overcoming challenges and reclaiming her creative voice after years of being away from the spotlight.
Musically, “Waking Up Dreaming” fuses elements of modern country with a light, almost carefree pop sensibility. The production is bright and polished, with layers of percussion and upbeat guitar strums that complement the song’s uplifting message. Twain’s voice is as captivating as ever, filled with energy and a sense of youthful exuberance, perfectly suited to the song’s positive vibe. Her vocal delivery is nuanced, able to switch from playful and carefree to soulful and empowering, evoking a range of emotions as she invites listeners to join her on this journey of self-discovery and hope.
What stands out about “Waking Up Dreaming” is Twain’s ability to maintain the authenticity and relatability that has always been central to her identity as an artist, while also embracing a more contemporary sound that resonates with today’s music landscape. The track is a bold statement, both a reflection of the lessons she has learned over the years and a testament to the optimism that continues to guide her life. It’s a reminder that, no matter where we are in life, we have the ability to dream, to create, and to find joy in the pursuit of our passions.
In a career that has seen its share of high points and challenges, “Waking Up Dreaming” serves as a perfect reminder of Shania Twain’s enduring appeal. It’s a song that invites listeners to embrace the dreams that fuel their desires, to wake up each day with the possibility of something new. For long-time fans and newcomers alike, this track is a celebration of who Twain is today—a woman who continues to dream big and inspire others to do the same. As she sings in the chorus, waking up to a new day of dreams is not just a hope, but a choice—and with this song, Twain shows that she is still very much in control of her narrative, dreaming and living boldly.
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Do you know I adore youA million ways to show youI do (I do, ooh ooh)I do (I do, ooh ooh)Every moment holdingYou, is a moment stolenIt’s true (it’s true, ooh ooh)It’s true (it’s true, ooh ooh)Oh, whoa, whoaGotta be now or neverOh, whoa, whoaTime ain’t waitin’ foreverSo let’s start waking up dreamin’And dress up crazy like superstarsThere ain’t no shakin’ this feelin’Tonight we’re makin’ our way to MarsWay up higher than we’ve ever beenNo, we won’t stop at the ceilin’So let’s keep waking up dreamin’Now is the perfect timingYou know it’s worth us findin’The rush (the rush, ooh ooh)The rush (the rush, ooh ooh)What if there’s no tomorrowI promise I won’t let go, noMatter what (matter what, ooh ooh)Matter what (matter what) oh (ooh ooh)Oh, whoa, whoaGotta be now or neverOh, whoa, whoaTime ain’t waiting foreverSo let’s start waking up dreamin’And dress up crazy like superstarsThere ain’t no shakin’ this feelin’Tonight we’re making our way to MarsWay up higher than we’ve ever beenNo, we won’t stop at the ceilin’So let’s keep waking up dreamin’Way up higher than we’ve ever beenNo, we won’t stop at the ceilin’So let’s keep waking up dreamin’Can’t live my best life without you, babyDon’t think I could carry onWe’re stronger the longer we can make itOh, way-oh, way-ohSo let’s start waking up dreamin’And dress up crazy like superstarsThere ain’t no shaking this feelin’Tonight we’re making our way to MarsWay up higher than we’ve ever beenNo, we won’t stop at the ceilin’So let’s keep waking up dreamin’Way up higher than we’ve ever beenNo, we won’t stop at the ceilin’So let’s keep waking up dreamin’