Introduction
“Elvis Presley – If I Can Dream (’68 Comeback Special)” is a monumental performance that took place during Elvis Presley’s 1968 Comeback Special. This iconic moment in music history showcases the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll at his best, delivering a powerful and emotionally charged rendition of “If I Can Dream.”
Did You Know?
The ’68 Comeback Special was a pivotal moment in Elvis Presley’s career. After a period of focusing on movies rather than live performances, this special marked his return to the stage. “If I Can Dream” was the closing song of the special and conveyed a powerful message of hope and unity during a tumultuous time in history.
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Lyrics
There must be lights burning brighter somewhereGot to be birds flying higher in a sky more blueIf I can dream of a better landWhere all my brothers walk hand in handTell me why, oh why, oh why can’t my dream come trueOh why
There must be peace and understanding sometimeStrong winds of promise that will blow away the doubt and fearIf I can dream of a warmer sunWhere hope keeps shining on everyoneTell me why, oh why, oh why won’t that sun appear
We’re lost in a cloudWith too much rainWe’re trapped in a worldThat’s troubled with painBut as long as a manHas the strength to dreamHe can redeem his soul and fly
Deep in my heart there’s a trembling questionStill I am sure that the answer, answer’s gonna come somehowOut there in the dark, there’s a beckoning candle, yeahAnd while I can think, while I can talkWhile I can stand, while I can walkWhile I can dreamOh, please let my dreamCome trueRight nowLet it come true right nowOh yeah
Barbara Desetto