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Dream a Little Dream of Me: The Mamas and the Papas

Normally credited to Fabian Andre and Wilbur Schwandt, with lyrics by Gus Kahn, Dream a Little Dream of Me came was first recorded in February 1931 by the Wayne King Orchestra.

"This version was recorded in 1968 after The Mamas and the Papas heard about the death of Fabian Andre, whom Michelle Phillips had met years earlier. Elliot's version is noteworthy for being a ballad, whereas almost all earlier recordings of Dream a Little Dream of Me (including one by Nat King Cole) had been quick, up-tempo versions — the song having actually been written in 1931 as a dance tune for the nightclubs of the day."

Today is another look backward.

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7 Comments on “Dream a Little Dream of Me: The Mamas and the Papas”

  2. Christer's avatar Christer Says:

    June 4, 2010 at 2:29 pm

    I love this version! But did they ever do a bad song? Don´t think so 🙂

    • katry's avatar katry Says:

      June 4, 2010 at 8:02 pm

      Christer,
      I don’t think so either. Some songs I like better than others. This is a favorite.

  3. Ralph's avatar Ralph Says:

    June 4, 2010 at 5:02 pm

    Fabulous idea for a music post today! Great to hear Cass in her various iterations. And I’ve always thought this was the best version of this song out there.

    • katry's avatar katry Says:

      June 4, 2010 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks, Raplh

      It was fun for me too. After I posted yesterday’s before and after, I figured to finish out the week with another.

      I totally agree with you.

  4. Rick OzTown's avatar Rick OzTown Says:

    June 4, 2010 at 5:38 pm

    Be careful, Kat, when you walk along, looking backwards.


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