I Dreamed a Dream

"I Dreamed a Dream" from the musical Les Misérables is originally set in the key of E-flat major. The song features lyrics by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel and music composed by Claude-Michel Schönberg. It first appeared in the original 1980 French production of Les Misérables and gained greater fame with the English adaptation in 1985. The song is performed by the character Fantine, who reflects on her lost hopes and dreams. Notably, the song gained international acclaim when performed by renowned artists like Patti LuPone and later Susan Boyle during her 2009 audition on Britain's Got Talent. The melody of "I Dreamed a Dream" is characterized by its poignant and dramatic feel, matching the sorrowful and reflective tone of the lyrics.