Just Another Dream

"Just Another Dream" is a song by Cathy Dennis, released as her debut solo single in 1989. It initially failed to enter the UK charts, and was later re-issued in 1990, and then again in 1991. It was released in the United States with a different version (a shorter edit of the album version). "Just Another Dream" reached the Billboard top 10 in January 1991, peaking at No. 9 on February 2, 1991. It also peaked at number two for three weeks on the dance charts.[1] Alex Henderson of AllMusic wrote that it is one of the CD's high points.[2]

"Just Another Dream"
Single by Cathy Dennis
from the album Move to This
Released1989, 1990, 1991
Recorded1989
Genre
Length4:03
LabelPolydor
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Dancin' Danny D
Cathy Dennis singles chronology
"C'mon and Get My Love"
(1989)		 "Just Another Dream"
(1989)		 "That's the Way of the World"
(1990)
Music video
"Just Another Dream" on YouTube

"Just Another Dream" was re-released in the UK (July 1991) with the same version and artwork as the US single release. This time it received substantial radio airplay and peaked at No. 13. 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. His uncanny resemblance to Rick Astley's vocals has often lead to people mistakenly thinking that it was Rick Astley on the recording.

Critical reception

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."[3] Elysa Gardner from Entertainment Weekly noted that the "percolating" production "is the real star here".[4] 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.[5]

Music video

Two videos were produced for the different releases, the first was directed by Russel Young and the second was directed by Greg Masuak.

Track listings

UK CD single (first release)

  1. "Just Another Dream" (Danny D 7" Edit)
  2. "Just Another Dream" (Funky Love Mix)
  3. "Just Another Dream" (Paul Simpson US Remix)

US CD single

  1. "Just Another Dream" (7")
  2. "Just Another Dream" (Club Mix)
  3. "Just Another Dream" (The Dream Mix)
  4. "Just Another Dream" (Paul Simpson US Remix)
  5. "Just Another Dream" (Funky Love Mix)

UK CD single (second release)

  1. "Just Another Dream" (12" Version)
  2. "Just Another Dream" (7" Mix)
  3. "Just Another Dream" (Alternative Bass Dub Version)

Charts

References
  1. Whitburn, Joel (2004). Hot Dance/Disco: 1974-2003. Record Research. p. 75.
  2. Henderson, Alex. "Cathy Dennis proved herself to be a welcome addition to Britain's '90s R&B scene". AllMusic. Retrieved April 29, 2016.
  3. Flick, Larry (September 22, 1990). "Single Reviews: New And Noteworthy" (PDF). Billboard. p. 75. Retrieved October 28, 2020.
  4. Gardner, Elysa (November 16, 1990). "Move to This". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved November 11, 2020.
  5. "Previews: Singles" (PDF). Music & Media. December 22, 1990. p. 24. Retrieved February 19, 2020.
  6. "Australian-charts.com – Cathy Dennis – Just Another Dream". ARIA Top 50 Singles. Retrieved March 8, 2016.
  7. "Top Singles - Volume 53, No. 12 February 23, 1991". Archived from the original on March 8, 2016. Retrieved 2017-04-29.CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link). RPM
  8. "Offiziellecharts.de – Cathy Dennis – Just Another Dream". GfK Entertainment Charts. Retrieved March 8, 2016.
  9. "The Irish Charts – Search Results – Just Another Dream". Irish Singles Chart. Retrieved March 9, 2016.
  10. "Charts.nz – Cathy Dennis – Just Another Dream". Top 40 Singles. Retrieved March 8, 2016.
  11. "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved December 7, 2014.
  12. "Top 60 Dance Singles" (PDF). Music Week. July 27, 1991. p. 20. Retrieved September 28, 2020.
  13. "Cathy Dennis Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved March 8, 2016.
  14. "Cathy Dennis Chart History (Dance Club Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved March 8, 2016.
  15. Nielsen Business Media, Inc (December 21, 1991). "1991 The Year in Music & Video: Top Pop Singles". Billboard. 103 (51): YE-14.
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