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Debbie Gibson ‎– Only In My Dreams

Genre:
Electronic
Style:
Synth-pop
Year:
1986
Notes:
These dates are not confirmed in any reliable sources, but according to Wikipedia & 45cat contributors, the first release was on US 12" in Dec. 1986 (with the blue picture sleeve or company sleeve), and the first US 7" release followed in Feb. 1987 (with red picture sleeve or company sleeve). Due to the 1986 debut, many releases show a 1986 phonographic copyright dates, even when released in 1987 or 1988 with new artwork.

The 7" version is a different mix than the slightly more upbeat and polished version included on the Out of the Blue album. It can be found on a small number of compilation CDs, as well as the 2021 deluxe edition of Out of the Blue.

Tracklist

Only In My Dreams (Vocal) 3:50
Only In My Dreams (Dub) 4:42

Credits (5)

Versions (44)

Cat# Artist Title (Format) Label Cat# Country Year
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Spe) Atlantic 7-89322 US 1986 Sell This Version
A 9322 (T) Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12") Atlantic A 9322 (T) UK 1986 Sell This Version
786 744-0 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12") Atlantic 786 744-0 Germany 1986 Sell This Version
086744 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12") Atlantic 086744 New Zealand 1986 Sell This Version
A9322T, A 9322 (T), 786 744-0, 786744-0 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12") Atlantic, Atlantic, Atlantic, Atlantic A9322T, A 9322 (T), 786 744-0, 786744-0 UK 1986 Sell This Version
0-86744 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", AR) Atlantic 0-86744 US 1986 Sell This Version
A 9322 (T) Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Gen) Atlantic A 9322 (T) UK 1986 Sell This Version
786 744-0 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Maxi) Atlantic 786 744-0 Spain 1986 Sell This Version
DMD 1005 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Promo, SP) Atlantic DMD 1005 US 1986 Sell This Version
0-86744 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", SP,) Atlantic 0-86744 US 1986 Sell This Version
78 67440 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Single) Atlantic 78 67440 Canada 1986 Sell This Version
0-86744 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Single) Atlantic 0-86744 US 1986 Sell This Version
DMD 1005 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Single, Promo, AR) Atlantic DMD 1005 US 1986 Sell This Version
0-86744 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", TP) Atlantic 0-86744 US 1986 Sell This Version
78 93227 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7") Atlantic, BroadBeard 78 93227 Canada 1986 Sell This Version
789 322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7") Atlantic 789 322-7 Italy 1986 Sell This Version
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Promo, All) Atlantic 7-89322 US 1986 Sell This Version
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Promo, Spe) Atlantic 7-89322 US 1986 Sell This Version
789 322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic 789 322-7 Europe 1986 Sell This Version
ATS 1083 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic ATS 1083 South Africa 1986 Sell This Version
ATS 1083 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic ATS 1083 Zimbabwe 1986 Sell This Version
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic 7-89322 Australia 1986 Sell This Version
A 9322, 789322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic, Atlantic A 9322, 789322-7 UK 1986 Sell This Version
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, All) Atlantic 7-89322 US 1986 Sell This Version
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, All) Atlantic 7-89322 US 1986 Sell This Version
78 93227 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Promo) Atlantic 78 93227 Canada 1986 Sell This Version
7-89322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Spe) Atlantic 7-89322 US 1986 Sell This Version
DS-132 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Maxi, Ltd) Atlantic DS-132 Philippines 1987 Sell This Version
0-86744 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", RE) Atlantic 0-86744 US 1987 Sell This Version
A9322TP Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Single, Ltd, M/Print, Pic) Atlantic A9322TP UK 1987 Sell This Version
A9322TP, A 9322 TP Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(12", Single, Ltd, Pic) Atlantic, Atlantic A9322TP, A 9322 TP UK 1987 Sell This Version
A 9322, 789322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic, Atlantic A 9322, 789322-7 UK 1987 Sell This Version
P-2305 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic P-2305 Japan 1987 Sell This Version
ATR-0347 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single) Atlantic ATR-0347 Philippines 1987 Sell This Version
A 9322, 789322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Lar) Atlantic, Atlantic A 9322, 789322-7 UK 1987 Sell This Version
P-2305 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Promo) Atlantic P-2305 Japan 1987 Sell This Version
789 322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, RE) Atlantic 789 322-7 Europe 1987 Sell This Version
P-2305 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", RE) Atlantic P-2305 Japan 1988 Sell This Version
A9322P Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Ltd, Pic) Atlantic A9322P UK 1988 Sell This Version
A9322P Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Ltd, Pic, Cle) Atlantic A9322P UK 1988 Sell This Version
A9322W, A 9322 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, Ltd, Pos) Atlantic, Atlantic A9322W, A 9322 UK 1988 Sell This Version
A9322, 789 322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, RE, Pap) Atlantic, Atlantic A9322, 789 322-7 UK 1988 Sell This Version
A9322, 789 322-7 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(7", Single, RE, Sil) Atlantic, Atlantic A9322, 789 322-7 UK 1988 Sell This Version
TB003 Debbie Gibson Only In My Dreams ‎(CDr, Unofficial) Not On Label TB003 US Unknown Sell This Version

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DonnieBiscuits

DonnieBiscuits

March 8, 2020
referencing Only In My Dreams, 12", Single, Ltd, M/Print, Pic, A9322TP
I don't remember spotting the misprint until i came to add it to my collection,
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mjb

mjb

April 8, 2019
referencing Only In My Dreams, 7", Single, Spe, 7-89322
This tune landed at just the perfect time. It was a huge hit among American teenagers, so catchy and well made. Her voice was like a siren song to other kids her age. And in hindsight, I really appreciate the production on this, especially the use of backing vocal harmonies.

The 7" A-side was the version that was a hit on U.S. radio and MTV. It is hard to find this version on CD or digital. The album version is far more common, and in my opinion, inferior, having different panning, reverb, and added percussion. The extra percussion pulls focus from the lead instruments and vocals; the 7" version strikes a better balance.

I'm maintaining a list of CD or digital releases which have the original 7" version. PM me if you know of more.
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vicpinto

vicpinto

January 9, 2019
referencing Only In My Dreams, 12", Single, 0-86744

I have this version according to matrix/runout SRC but my copy has the picture sleeve as in this release: https://www.discogs.com/release/341976
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picdisc65

picdisc65

January 3, 2011
referencing Only In My Dreams, 12", Single, Ltd, Pic, A9322TP, A 9322 TP

Sticker on the disc's plastic sleeve states "Only in a dream"
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docdougherty

docdougherty

August 20, 2010
referencing Only In My Dreams, 12", RE, 0-86744
Knew Debbie's song was a pop hit as soon as we started mixing.
Great working with Little Louie on a fantastic Fred Zarr production.
Mixed at Right Track, NYC.
Doc
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picdisc65

picdisc65

May 28, 2010
referencing Only In My Dreams, 12", Single, 78 67440
If someone can add a photo of this CANADIAN picture disc, then please do so, but please don't confuse this with the UK 12" picture disc, 2226854. Thanks!
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