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“Ooh, dream weaver I believe you can get me through the night Ooh, dream weaver I believe we can reach the morning light”
Gary Wright (1943–2023) first seen 1975 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Dream Weaver · Midnight Special performance (1975) · "Gary Wright & Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band" (2008)
“Fly me high through the starry skies Maybe to an astral plane Cross the highways of fantasy Help me to forget today's pain Ooh, dream weaver I believe you can get me through the night Ooh, dream weaver I believe we can reach the morning light Though the dawn may be coming soon There still may be some time Fly me away to the bright side of the moon Meet me on the other side”
Gary Wright (1943–2023) said by 2023 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It was my father’s dream that every child should be well-educated, well-fed and well-housed because he was a great believer that that was the equalizer of mankind. No matter what your background, no matter where you live or come from, if you have the opportunity of education, then you can become anything you want to become. And this was my father’s great dream and focus.”
Akosua Busia (born 1966) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Akosua Busia, John Singleton’s Ex-Wife: 5 Fast Facts, Heavy.com, April 20, 2019.
“It has been my dream to groom young athletes and I am happy the dream is being realized. This will help raise more Chioma Ajunwas in sports”
Chioma Ajunwa (born 1970) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Playing in front of my family and friends was the best thing that ever happened to my career. Being able to carry my country to the final was my dream but doing it in front of my loved ones was a dream come true. I will never forget the [FIBA Women's ] AfroBasket 2015 in Cameroon because that year was a turning-point in my career and a year my father would have been so proud of me”
Ramses Lonlack (born 1989) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Playing at the San Siro has always been my dream, and I know it’s every footballer’s dream to play in such an iconic stadium. And despite the results that we got against Juventus, I think we played well as a team.”
Refiloe Jane (born 1992) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We realised that we achieved a dream and we are also giving an opportunity to other youngsters to be able to dream because we realised that with perseverance, hard work and discipline, nothing is impossible.”
Refiloe Jane (born 1992) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“All my life, I have dreamt one day I would climb international stages and showcase my talents on behalf of Ghanaians to the world. I say to all Africans, in whatever field you have talent, dream big and go out and live that dream. We can and will change perceptions about Africa.”
Wiyaala (born 1986) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Wiyaala Ready To Spark WOMAD UK International Arts Festival, News Ghana, 7 April 2016.
“Let your children dream and dream big!”
Ximena Vélez Liendo (born 1976) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I dream the dream of stories not yet told and my lips begin to tell them out loud.”
Marjorie Agosín (1955–2025) said by 2025 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Every first dream will not be a dream for much longer.”
Chineze Anyaene (born 1983) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Too cerebral to understand | that you can feel good | without complicating the bread. | A nice little word is spread on it | empty but dubbed. | Eat soap bubbles around the world | and when I sleep it cuts the kite well. | Take away my reason and let me dream, | let me dream in peace! (from Giudizi universali, n. 1)”
Samuele Bersani (born 1970) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I have to talk to you like I never do | I want to dream of you like I never dream of you | be the ring you will wear | the beach where you will walk | the mirror that looks at you if you look at it, you will look. | I would like to be the bird you caress | I would never fly from your hands. (from Tu non mi basti mai, n. 3)”
Lucio Dalla (1943–2012) said by 2012 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“And they will tell you words as red as blood | black as night | But it's not true, boy, | that reason is always with the stronger | I know poets | who move rivers with their thoughts | and infinite sailors | who know how to speak to the sky. (from Dream boy dream, n. 1)”
Roberto Vecchioni (born 1943) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Close your eyes boy | and only believe what you see inside. | Clench your fists, boy | don't let him win even for a moment | cover the love, boy, | but don't hide it under your cloak | sometimes someone passes by, | sometimes there is someone who has to see it. (from Dream boy dream, n. 1)”
Roberto Vecchioni (born 1943) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Let them tell the world | that people like you will always lose. | Because you already won I swear, | they can't do anything to you anymore. | Pass your hand every now and then | on a woman's face, run your fingers through it | no kingdom is greater | of this little thing that is life. (from Dream boy dream, n. 1)”
Roberto Vecchioni (born 1943) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“And life is so strong | that passes through walls to be seen. | Life is so real | that it seems impossible to have to leave it. | Life is so big | that when you are about to die, | you will plant an olive tree | still convinced to see it flourish. (from Dream boy dream, n. 1)”
Roberto Vecchioni (born 1943) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Having represented Nigeria twice at the Olympic games, I can confidently say it is unarguably the pinnacle of any athlete’s dream and getting a medal in such an epic event can be deemed to be one of the highest achievements and a dream come true that any athlete can hope for.”
Agnes Osazuwa (born 1990) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Please run clean, drug cheats will pay back, Gongnews, December 15, 2016.
“Linkopings FC is a big club in Damallsvenskan and it has been a dream to play there, a dream that has now become true and it will be so exciting. I will do my best, collaborate with my teammates and work hard to win multiple titles.”
Ebere Orji (born 1992) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Samuel Ahmadu, Ebere Orji: Nigeria striker signs for Linkopings, Goal, 19 February 2020.
“For the Jewish community, with the Holocaust still in living memory, our dream is simple. I know my parents hoped that I would inherit a world free from the anti-Semitism that blighted their generation, and every generation before them. Today it feels that this dream is more distant than ever. Anti-Semitism across the globe is surging. Here in the UK, anti-Semitism has risen exponentially.”
Karen Pollock first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Our universities have failed their Jewish students", The Telegraph (24 December 2023).
“This was a dream come true, an absolute dream come true, to be a part of this world.”
Yetide Badaki (born 1981) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Yetide talk about film Trek in 2023
“There’s great wisdom in transitional realms between wakefulness and sleep. Right before you fall asleep, what thoughts and ideas come to you? How do you feel when you wake from a dream? [...] Keeping a dream journal might be of use. Place a pen and paper next to the bed, and as soon as you wake up, begin writing immediately with as much detail as possible before doing anything else.”
Rick Rubin (born 1963) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“A dream seems like a dream until you start working on it. And then it can become something infinitely greater. (Italian: Un sogno sembra un sogno fino a quando non si comincia a lavorarci. E allora può diventare qualcosa di infinitamente più grande.)”
Adriano Olivetti (1901–1960) said by 1960 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Parents dream of us leaving Makoko and doing better than they did for them- selves, and eventually we dream it too, all the while knowing it to be an elusive fantasy.”
Chioma Okereke wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“And my next dream was to record my album in the country capital of the world, Nashville. This year my dream came true. I could record this album in Nashville - it's a double album, because there were just too many good country songs that I wanted to record and we have decided to name the album Nashville.”
Juanita du Plessis (born 1972) first seen 2014 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Country Superstar Juanita du Plessis Comments on her COUNTRY LEGENDS AND FRIENDS Appearance.;by David FickOct retrieved on 06, 2014
“It's been a dream for me since I was six years old to go to the Olympic Games and to finally have that dream realised is something massive for me.”
Natalie du Toit (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“To be here, is a dream come true. A dream is something that you set for yourself, not what other people set for you. When I qualified in Seville I burst into tears. I couldn't believe that I was going to the Olympic Games.”
Natalie du Toit (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I am a hard worker and passionate young lady that happened to have little talent and would like to pursue my dream of having an Olympic medal for my country. I would like to share my experience with the young athletes back home to give them the hope and will to succeed by pursuing their dream.”
Farida Osman (born 1995) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Meet the Olympians: Farida Osman,June 18, 2016,Posted by Cresi Heslop
“At 3 000m up, this incredible world above the clouds was the stage set for a dream. Any young kid from Africa can only dream of experiencing momentsCape Argus”
Sthandwa Nzuza (born 1984) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: WATCH: SA actors Sthandwa Nzuza and Ryle De Morny snow adventure like this. It was an absolute blessing to have one of my dreams come true in such an enchanting place,2022
“To dream the impossible dream, go where the brave dare not go, reach the unreachable star. Yes that’s my quest daily. Live without question”
Lesego Motsepe (1974–2014) said by 2014 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I quickly reminded my mum about my dream and she rebuffed me, saying it couldnt be the same person . For her, it was just a dream. 13 years later, that woman in a court robe happened to be my mum. She ended up signing me with less than a thousand dollars in her bank account.”
Cynthia Morgan (born 1991) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: My story a blessing, not a curse – Cynthia Morgan, retrieved on February 24, 2024
“California was almost entirely dream, a dream vague but deep in the minds of a westering people.”
Bernard DeVoto (1897–1955) said by 1955 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My only regret is that my dream for a prosperous Slovakia, where good wins over evil, is a dream without an end for me. This makes me sorry. I really regret that many people never understood that I always served them, I never knew of anything different besides their interests. Many people don't speak about my accomplishments but rather attack my personality so they can hide their own weakness.”
Vladimír Mečiar (born 1942) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I love hearing people talk about France. You can't imagine how much I would like to know it. Sometimes at night, when I was little, I would dream that I was finally there. I would wake up and cry under my mosquito net when I realized it was only a dream.”
Elula Perrin (1929–2003) first seen 1985 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Mousson de femmes (Perrin, 1985)
“Let the spotlight of your life be on you. For too long women have been afraid to dream about themselves. We have given them chance to be born, lets give them the chance to dream”
Falguni Nayar (born 1963) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Dare to dream — and dream big. When I was a girl farming in my village, I never imagined standing on global stages. But with hard work and belief, anything is possible.”
Esther Kimani wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The joys: you can do what you love. I’m able to live my dream, which I know is a luxury. I know I’ve risen above so much history and I’m able to dream, that’s a beautiful thing.”
Lwazi Mthembu (born 1991) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It is a dream for all African players to come to Europe and play football, so it is a dream come true that I am now standing here in Farum.”
Bongeka Gamede (born 1999) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The worries and fears about personal lacks are immobilizing and make me dream the dream too long”
Ruby Dee (1922–2014) said by 2014 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I was very happy. For me, it was progress and a big milestone. Seeing myself in the national team was a dream come true. I think that’s every athlete’s dream — to represent their country. Although I was on the bench, I was very happy to be a part of the squad.”
Udoka Unachukwu (born 2005) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The only dream worth having is to dream that you will live while you are alive, and die only when you are dead. To love, to be loved. To never forget your own significance. To never get used to the unspeakable violence and vulgar disparity of the life around you.”
Serie Barford (born 1960) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Together, let us dream of peace and let us each waking day be an occasion to say yes….., let us dream, let us hope, let us act together.”
Marilou Diaz-Abaya (1955–2012) said by 2012 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“And I start to dream - about the activities of women for temperance and the suffrage in this country, and about the activism of women for peace and disarmament; and I wonder if our great-grandmothers would have believed suffrage would be almost universal, and if we dare to dream of a world without nuclear weapons, without weapons, with peace.”
Marilyn Waring (born 1952) first seen 1985 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: As stated in Waring, Marilyn (1985). Women, Politics & Power. Allen & Unwin New Zealand Limited. ISBN 0-86861-562-5.
“Christianity has altered the pagan soul. When the dream of a world without pain appeared, we could no longer adapt to this pain, even though we believe that a world without pain will never exist. Consciousness has been visited by a dream that can no longer be erased, and even if we believe it to be unlikely, we still want it to exist.”
Salvatore Natoli (born 1942) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Q. Why did you want us to imagine a scene with no movement in it? A. That is because when you think of a scene with motion in it, or dream with muscular activity in the dream, the muscles involved in that activity actually contract. We have proven that fact by putting electrodes on a cadet's muscles when he was asleep to measure these contractions.”
Lloyd (Bud) Winter (1909–1985) said by 1985 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Christianity everything is a dream: the sweetest dream of a God made man for man to become God.”
Giorgio La Pira (1904–1977) said by 1977 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“There is no dream for you to realise in Europe; Your dream can be realised here, in your own country,”
Shehu Sani (born 1967) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We must not be shy to say, "We too have a dream"—a dream and a vision of what Nigeria can be and what our peoples should be in the long term.”
Anthony Enahoro (1923–2010) said by 2010 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We too have a dream—a dream and a vision of what Nigeria can be and what our peoples should be in the long-term. That is what idealism is about.”
Anthony Enahoro (1923–2010) said by 2010 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“This is a memorable day. It is a dream for us and for past generations as well. Being a woman in one of the chief judiciary institutions in Egypt and the Arab world was a dream.”
Radwa Helmi wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source