Hold your head up: Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics

80s, Baby! with Seersha

Release Date: August 21, 2024
Name of podcast: 80s, Baby! with Seersha
Episode title and number: Hold your head up: Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics, Season 1, Episode 2
Episode Summary: In this episode of 80s, Baby! with Seersha, we dive deep into the story behind one of the most iconic songs of the 80s, Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)." Seersha shares her personal connection to the song and the influence of Annie Lennox on her own musical journey. She recounts the turbulent times that led Dave Stewart and Annie Lennox to create this groundbreaking track, exploring the emotional depth and resilience that fueled its creation.
Seersha also offers two key takeaways for creatives: the importance of persistence, and the power of creating from a place of emotional honesty. Join Seersha as she takes you on a nostalgic journey, blending 80s music history with valuable insights for today’s artists and dreamers.
Chapter Markers:
Intro - 0:00
Exposition - 0:58
"Sweet Dreams" Deep Dive - 2:25
Reflection - 8:38
Final Thoughts - 12:50
Credits - 14:28
Show Notes:
Watch the Sweet Dreams music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeMFqkcPYcg
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1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Exposition (00:00:58)

3. "Sweet Dreams" Deep Dive (00:02:25)

4. Reflection (00:08:38)

5. Final Thoughts (00:12:50)

6. Credits (00:14:28)