The song "She Keeps Me Dreaming" by Colin Hay is a melancholic ballad about a man who has been left by his lover. He acknowledges that he was the reason why his partner left him, as he had cut the ground from under her feet. The narrator is now struggling to find himself and feels lost without his lover. He misses her deeply and finds solace in his dreams. The verses describe the narrator's daily routine of cutting the grass and working in gardens, but he can't escape the thoughts of his lost love. He reflects on the power of love, how it can enslave the soul and the passion that burns like a demon. The chorus, which is repeated several times throughout the song, describes how the narrator still dreams about his lover and longs for her presence in his life. Overall, the song is a beautiful portrayal of the pain and loneliness that comes with losing someone you love. The narrator acknowledges his mistakes and regrets, but he can't let go of the love he had for his partner. The song's melancholic tone and heartfelt lyrics make it a powerful and emotional tribute to lost love.
