LOU REED
- The Day John Kennedy Died Lyrics / with translationsI dreamed I was the president of these United States
I dreamed I replaced ignorance, stupidity and hate
I dreamed the perfect union and a perfect law, undenied
And most of all I dreamed I forgot the day John Kennedy died
I dreamed that I could do the job, that others hadn't done
I dreamed that I was uncorrupt and fair to everyone
I dreamed I wasn't gross or base, a criminal on the take
And most of all I dreamed I forgot the day John Kennedy died
Oh the day John Kennedy died
I remember where I was that day, I was upstate in a bar
The team from the university was playing football on TV
Then the screen want dead and the announcer said:
' There's been a tragedy
There's are unconfirmed reports the president's been shot
And he may be dead or dying.'
Talking stopped, someone shouted: ' What?! '
I ran out to the street
People were gathered everywhere saying:
' Did you hear what they said on TV? '
And then a guy in a Porsche with his radio
Hit his born and told us the news
He said: ' The president's dead, he was shot twice in the head
In Dallas, and they don't know by whom. '
I dreamed I was the president of these United States
I dreamed I was young and smart and it was not a waste
I dreamed that there was a point to life and to the human race
I dreamed that I could somehow comprehend that someone
Shot him in the face
Oh the day John Kennedy died
I dreamed I replaced ignorance, stupidity and hate
I dreamed the perfect union and a perfect law, undenied
And most of all I dreamed I forgot the day John Kennedy died
I dreamed that I could do the job, that others hadn't done
I dreamed that I was uncorrupt and fair to everyone
I dreamed I wasn't gross or base, a criminal on the take
And most of all I dreamed I forgot the day John Kennedy died
Oh the day John Kennedy died
I remember where I was that day, I was upstate in a bar
The team from the university was playing football on TV
Then the screen want dead and the announcer said:
' There's been a tragedy
There's are unconfirmed reports the president's been shot
Talking stopped, someone shouted: ' What?! '
I ran out to the street
People were gathered everywhere saying:
' Did you hear what they said on TV? '
And then a guy in a Porsche with his radio
Hit his born and told us the news
He said: ' The president's dead, he was shot twice in the head
In Dallas, and they don't know by whom. '
I dreamed I was the president of these United States
I dreamed I was young and smart and it was not a waste
I dreamed that there was a point to life and to the human race
I dreamed that I could somehow comprehend that someone
Shot him in the face
Oh the day John Kennedy died
Facts about The Day John Kennedy Died
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The Day John Kennedy Died is written and performed by Lou Reed.
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It is first released on February 01, 1982 as part of Lou Reed's album "The Blue Mask" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 8th track on this album.
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When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the song 'The Day John Kennedy Died' by Lou Reed reflects on the impact of President Kennedy's assassination on society and the dream of a better world that was shattered that day. The lyrics express feelings of loss and disappointment and the desire to return to a time when people believed in their ability to achieve their goals. The day john kennedy died lyrics mostly emphasizes nostalgia, reflection, angst, inspiration and hope. The song establishes political aspirations through its need to understand tragic events and remember lost people and their memory. The lyrics contain themes related to historical events and political commentary which may require parental guidance for younger audiences. The material contains no explicit themes but some content might not be suitable for all children.
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The Day John Kennedy Died falls under the genre Rock.
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The Day John Kennedy Died is produced by Sean Fullan, Lou Reed.
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The Day John Kennedy Died song length is 4 minutes and 08 seconds.
Who wrote The Day John Kennedy Died lyrics?
The Day John Kennedy Died is written and performed by Lou Reed.
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When was The Day John Kennedy Died released?
It is first released on February 01, 1982 as part of Lou Reed's album "The Blue Mask" which includes 10 tracks in total. This song is the 8th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind The Day John Kennedy Died lyrics?
When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the song 'The Day John Kennedy Died' by Lou Reed reflects on the impact of President Kennedy's assassination on society and the dream of a better world that was shattered that day. The lyrics express feelings of loss and disappointment and the desire to return to a time when people believed in their ability to achieve their goals. The day john kennedy died lyrics mostly emphasizes nostalgia, reflection, angst, inspiration and hope. The song establishes political aspirations through its need to understand tragic events and remember lost people and their memory. The lyrics contain themes related to historical events and political commentary which may require parental guidance for younger audiences. The material contains no explicit themes but some content might not be suitable for all children.
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Which genre is The Day John Kennedy Died?
The Day John Kennedy Died falls under the genre Rock.
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Who produced The Day John Kennedy Died?
The Day John Kennedy Died is produced by Sean Fullan, Lou Reed.
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How long is the song The Day John Kennedy Died?
The Day John Kennedy Died song length is 4 minutes and 08 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Lou ReedRecord Label(s): 2000 BMG Entertainment
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