By tam lucky 
About the song
Fleetwood Mac – “Dreams” is more than just a song; it’s a haunting echo of heartbreak, truth, and the complexity of human emotion. Released in 1977 during the height of the band’s internal turmoil, this soft-rock classic came from an album born in chaos—Rumours, one of the best-selling records of all time. But behind its smooth beat and Stevie Nicks’ ethereal vocals lies a web of shattered love stories.
At the time, relationships within Fleetwood Mac were falling apart. Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham were separating. Christine and John McVie were ending their marriage. Mick Fleetwood’s own marriage was collapsing. In the middle of that emotional storm, Nicks sat alone in a room and penned “Dreams.” The lyrics—“Thunder only happens when it’s raining”—are not just poetic but deeply symbolic. They hint at how love’s beauty is often tied to inevitable pain, and how clarity sometimes comes only through emotional storms.
What makes “Dreams” so powerful is its vulnerability. Stevie Nicks doesn’t scream or beg; she simply states her truth. There’s no blame, just a quiet confidence in moving on. The track’s minimal arrangement—a steady beat, haunting chords, and her dreamy voice—creates a hypnotic space where listeners feel their own heartbreaks reflected back at them.
Over the decades, “Dreams” has remained relevant. It resurfaced in popular culture through viral moments and younger generations discovering its timeless message. In a world that changes so quickly, “Dreams” remains a soft, steady reminder of the fragile dance between love and loss. It’s not just a breakup song—it’s a mirror to every soul that’s ever had to let go, yet still dares to dream again.