"Always In My Dreams" by Joan Armatrading is a song about the power of love and the surreal combination of reality and dreams. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist has a strong emotional connection to someone they love. They vividly visualize this person's face and imagine a perfect future with them. The dreams they have are intense and frequent, reflecting their deep desire to be with this person. In their dreams, the person never leaves, and they make a promise to be together. The song then transitions to the present reality, with the protagonist realizing that this connection is now real, not just imaginary or a voice inside their head. They have crossed the border between their dreams and truth. The protagonist has given their dream a name, which signifies a strong attachment and emotional investment in their vision of being with this person. The lyrics convey that if the protagonist were to lose this person, they would feel a profound loss of meaning in their life. They describe feeling angry, emotional, and desperate for love. However, their dreams have already revealed a shared road and a life lived passionately with this person. The protagonist believes that the heart gives purpose to life and that following one's dreams, even if it sounds strange, can lead to fulfillment. The head should give way to the heart, indicating a choice to live a life inspired by their deep emotional connection and dreams. Ultimately, the song suggests that dreams really can come true, and this individual is always present in the protagonist's dreams. The repetition of the phrase "always in my dreams" emphasizes the enduring and intimate nature of their connection. It conveys the profound impact that this person has on the protagonist's life and their belief in the power of love and dreams.
