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Wikipedia article
{{Infobox song
| name = Just Another Dream
| cover = JustAnotherDream.jpg
| alt =
| type = single
| artist = Cathy Dennis
| album = Move to This
| released = 1989
| recorded =
| studio =
| venue =
| genre =
* House
* dance-pop
| length = 4:03
| label = Polydor
| writer =
* Cathy Dennis
* Daniel Kojo Poku
| producer = Dancin' Danny D
| prev_title = C'mon and Get My Love
| prev_year = 1989
| next_title = That's the Way of the World
| next_year = 1990
| misc =
}}
"'Just Another Dream'" is a song by English singer-songwriter Cathy Dennis, first released in the UK & continental Europe as her solo debut single in 1989. In 19901991 it was remixed and included on the album 'Move to This' and re-released as a single, becoming a top 10 Hit in the U.S. and UK.
The song was co-written by Dancin' Danny D (real name Daniel Kojo Poku), a.k.a. D Mob, who also produced the track and sang backing vocals. Poku's vocals are often mistaken for Rick Astley.
Chart performance
When "Just Another Dream" was first released in 1989, it charted on the UK Singles Chart for 2 weeks in December 1989, peaking at number 93.This was the 7" single with catalog number CATH 1; it entered at #93 on 9 Dec 1989 and dropped to #96 on its only other week on the chart. In 1990, the song was remixed by Shep Pettibone (credit for the mix is shared with Dancin' Danny D) and released in July of that year on Dennis' album Move to This.
In September 1990, a shortened edit of the album remix was released as a single in the United States. It reached the 'Billboard' Hot 100 in January 1991, peaking at number 9 on 2 February 1991. It also peaked at number 2 for three weeks on the 'Billboard' dance charts.
"Just Another Dream" was then released in the UK again in July 1991, with the same version and artwork as the US single release. This time it received substantial radio airplay and peaked at number 13, remaining on the chart for 7 weeks.This was the 7" single with catalog number CATH 2; it entered at #28 on 20 July 1991, peaked at #13 the following two weeks, then descended to #16, #19, #37, and #58 in subsequent weeks.
Critical reception
Alex Henderson of AllMusic viewed the song as one of the high points of the album. Larry Flick from 'Billboard' wrote, "Singer who enlivened D-Mob's pop hit "C'Mon And Get My Love" steps into the solo spotlight with this disco-styled house cut, which has already received clubland kudos as an import. Guided by D-Mob mastermind Dancin' Danny D, Dennis' star power is undeniable as she romps through the tune with unabashed charm and confidence. Sounds like a multiformat smash." Elysa Gardner from 'Entertainment Weekly' noted that the "percolating" production "is the real star here". A reviewer from 'Music & Media' described it as "quality commercial dance-pop. The groove stands tall while the sweet melodic pop melody seems just right for Dennis's fresh girl-next-door vocals. Kylie in clubland."
Music video
Two music videos were produced for the different releases. The first was directed by Russell Young and released in 1990. The second was directed by Gregg Masuak and released in 1991.
Track listings
* 'UK CD single' (first release)
# "Just Another Dream" (Danny D 7-inch edit)
# "Just Another Dream" (Funky Love mix)
# "Just Another Dream" (Paul Simpson US remix)
* 'US CD single'
# "Just Another Dream" (7-inch)
# "Just Another Dream" (club mix)
# "Just Another Dream" (The Dream mix)
# "Just Another Dream" (Paul Simpson US remix)
# "Just Another Dream" (Funky Love mix)
* 'UK CD single' (second release)
# "Just Another Dream" (12-inch version)
# "Just Another Dream" (7-inch mix)
# "Just Another Dream" (alternative bass dub version)
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
References
Category:1989 debut singles
Category:1989 songs
Category:1990 singles
Category:1991 singles
Category:Cathy Dennis songs
Category:Polydor Records singles
Category:Songs written by Cathy Dennis
Category:Songs written by D Mob
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