I'd Rather Have a Memory Than a Dream - Charlie Parker

I’d rather have a memory than a dream

For then I’d learn what heaven’s all about

There’d be an angel in my arms, you fit right in the seat

And then my heart could just keep singing out!

I’d rather have your kisses than a smile

For then there’d be the magic of romance

The thrill of being all your own, yes even for a while

Is something I’d be brave enough to chance!

For dreams are just imagination

While memories are as real as you

And I’ve enough imagination

To wish that all my dreams come true!

I’d rather have you near me than apart

For then you’d know exactly what I mean

But when I’m far away from here and long for you, sweetheart

I’d rather have a memory than a dream!

I’d rather have a memory than a dream!