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Why "Sweet Dreams" Continues to Resonate
"Sweet Dreams" has a peculiar ability to connect deeply with audiences worldwide. It’s like a mantra that circles endlessly, offering a hypnotic comfort. People latch onto it because it embodies both vulnerability and hope, an aspirational yet oddly humble reflection of human longing.
When I reflect on its success, I often find it strange and wonderful that a song born out of personal despair and experimentation could turn into such an enduring global phenomenon. It’s a reminder of how unpredictable and powerful music can be—seeming to fulfill the dreams it describes when they seem out of reach.