Discover the story of the song > I Dream Myself Alive – A Ha

The protagonist is dreaming about being alive. The lyrics talk about something dark against the light, but the protagonist says it doesn't have to be this way. They feel like they're chasing their tails and time is passing quickly. From the beginning, the protagonist knew this world would break their heart. They also draw pictures of the sea and knew that this girl would break their heart too. Despite all of this, the protagonist still dreams about being alive.