Discover the story of the song > Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) – Annie Lennox

The song is about the protagonist's travels around the world and how everyone is searching for something. Some people want to take advantage of her or be taken advantage of, while others want to abuse or be abused. However, the protagonist is encouraged to keep her head up and keep moving forward. The lyrics suggest that everyone has different dreams and desires, and that one should remain strong despite encountering harmful people along the way.