Discover the story of the song > Only When I Sleep – The Corrs

The protagonist is dreaming about their romantic partner, who only appears in their dreams. They describe the partner's scent and touch, and how they feel when they're near. However, when the protagonist wakes up, their partner is gone and they can only think about them when they're sleeping. The protagonist mentions that their dreams make them feel like they're flying and experiencing something like a "Hawaiian high."