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I have a dream


"I Have a Dream" is a poignant and uplifting song by the iconic Swedish pop group ABBA, released in 1979 as a single and later included on their album "Voulez-Vous." With its heartfelt lyrics and inspiring melody, "I Have a Dream" became one of ABBA's most cherished and enduring hits. The song's message of hope and optimism resonates with listeners, as it expresses the universal desire for a better future. ABBA's trademark harmonies and lush production elevate the song to a timeless classic, capturing the imagination of audiences around the world. "I Have a Dream" showcases the band's ability to blend catchy pop hooks with meaningful themes, solidifying its place as one of ABBA's most beloved songs.

I have a dream - ABBA

f d c d#
I have a dream,
f a# a a#
a song to sing
f d c d#
To help me cope
f a# a a#
with anything

d d# f g f c
If you see the wonder
c d d# f d
of a fairy tale
d d# f g f c
You can take the future
c d d# f d
even if you fail

f g a a# a d#
I believe in angels
d# f g a g f d# d f
Something good in everything I see
f g a a# a d#
I believe in angels
d# f g a g f d# d f
When I know the time is right for me

f d c d#
I’ll cross the stream
f a# a a#
I have a dream

f d c d#
I have a dream,
a a# a a#
a fantasy
f d c d# (linked) c
To help me through
f a# a d
reality

d d# f g f c
And my destination
c d d# f d
makes it worth the while
d d# f g f c
Pushing through the darkness
c d d# f d
still another mile

f g a ... a# a d#
I believe in angels
d# f g a f g d# d f
Something good in everything I see
f g a a# a d#
I believe in angels
d# f g a g .. f d# d f
When I know the time is right for me

f d c d#
I’ll cross the stream
f a# a a#
I have a dream
f d c d#
I’ll cross the stream
f a# a a#
I have a dream

Instrumental

f d c d#
I have a dream,
f a# a a#
a song to sing
f d c d#
To help me cope
f a# a a#
with anything

d d# f g f c
If you see the wonder
c d d# f d
of a fairy tale
d d# f g f c
You can take the future
c d d# f d
even if you fail

f g a a# a d#
I believe in angels
d# f g a g f d# d f
Something good in everything I see
f g a a# a d#
I believe in angels
d# f g a g f d# d f
When I know the time is right for me

f d c d#
I’ll cross the stream
f a# a a#
I have a dream
f d c d#
I’ll cross the stream
f a# a a#
I have a dream