What made the song Don't Dream It's Over a monster hit in the 80's? - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Hawkee · 06-05-2026, 04:45 AM

Ever since Crowded House debuted in 1986 I never understood why the song Don't Dream It's Over became a hit for Crowded House? Is it because of the message the song has or is it because it was a surprise hit? Because i'm noticing that a lot of singers and groups have now covered Don't Dream It's Over from Diana Krall Sixpence None The Richer and Susan Boyle and it was featured as the anthem in the 2025 animated movie Goat. I am surprised that Don't Dream It's Over has become a popular song now and it seems to have smart lyrics in it

Dude111 · 06-05-2026, 05:26 AM

Its a good song isnt it?

ThisLittlePiggy · 06-05-2026, 05:51 PM

I think this song speaks to hopefulness in the face of adversity, so it is uplifting and also the melody itself is quite beautiful.

GoldenTV · 06-06-2026, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ThisLittlePiggy

I think this song speaks to hopefulness in the face of adversity, so it is uplifting and also the melody itself is quite beautiful.

Excellent music video also which got heavy video rotation during MTV's peak days in the 80's.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9gK...&start_radio=1

AMackII · 06-06-2026, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Dude111

Its a good song isnt it?

Yes, it’s one of the best epic songs to come out in 1986

Hawkee · 06-13-2026, 06:13 AM

I started liking Don't Dream It's Over when I heard it on the soundtrack of the animated film Goat and I associated that song with the character Will because it was his song. I think Crowded House knew that this song was their breakout hit and even today Don't Dream It's Over is used in sports because of the positive message and uplifting lyrics

06-05-2026, 04:45 AM	#1
Hawkee Michael Fassbender Fanatic Moderator Forum Star Join Date: Jan 17, 2016 Location: California Posts: 10,861	What made the song Don't Dream It's Over a monster hit in the 80's? Ever since Crowded House debuted in 1986 I never understood why the song Don't Dream It's Over became a hit for Crowded House? Is it because of the message the song has or is it because it was a surprise hit? Because i'm noticing that a lot of singers and groups have now covered Don't Dream It's Over from Diana Krall Sixpence None The Richer and Susan Boyle and it was featured as the anthem in the 2025 animated movie Goat. I am surprised that Don't Dream It's Over has become a popular song now and it seems to have smart lyrics in it
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06-05-2026, 05:26 AM	#2
Dude111 Forum Legend Join Date: Nov 05, 2013 Posts: 36,936	Its a good song isnt it?

06-05-2026, 05:51 PM	#3
ThisLittlePiggy Member Forum Junkie Join Date: Nov 02, 2013 Posts: 85,589	I think this song speaks to hopefulness in the face of adversity, so it is uplifting and also the melody itself is quite beautiful.

06-13-2026, 06:13 AM	#6
Hawkee Michael Fassbender Fanatic Moderator Forum Star Join Date: Jan 17, 2016 Location: California Posts: 10,861	I started liking Don't Dream It's Over when I heard it on the soundtrack of the animated film Goat and I associated that song with the character Will because it was his song. I think Crowded House knew that this song was their breakout hit and even today Don't Dream It's Over is used in sports because of the positive message and uplifting lyrics