“Dreaming“ by Michellar

“Dreaming” by Michellar is a poignant alternative rock track that effortlessly pulls you into its soundscape. Michellar is a multi-talented artist from San Francisco that crafts eclectic and enveloping songs full of thought-provoking lyrics and interesting production. With “Dreaming,” she explores the idea of missing out on your dreams because of the expectations of others and the pressures of society. In a world where steady and “realistic” careers are often expected, being an artistic dreamer can sometimes make you feel othered. 

A steady, unrelenting rhythm opens the song as the electric guitar plays an ear worm riff. The hypnotic drum rhythm and interesting melodies offer an enveloping, almost psychedelic listening experience that transports you into the unique atmosphere of “Dreaming.” Repetitive vocal melodies are layered throughout the arrangement, surrounding you and adding to that hypnotic feeling. Subtle, non-lyrical vocal layers add tension as the instrumentation dances. 

Lyrics like “I have been to gold and silver shores, hoping for that wave to keep me close, but you have taken me away” and “you said I need to waste away” tell us about the tumultuous emotions Michellar is experiencing. She feels like the people around her pulled her away from her dreams, pressuring her to leave her true aspirations behind. Her bitterness about this is clear, and she fights against it, singing “I’m running and dreaming.” It’s an inspirational message to anyone who has struggled with succumbing to peer pressure- it is always better to stand on your own and go after what you want than sacrifice what you want in order to stand with the crowd.

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