Lucid Dreams

"Lucid Dreams" is a song by American rapper and singer Juice Wrld.

"Lucid Dreams" is a song by American rapper and singer Juice Wrld. It was originally released on SoundCloud in 2017 and later issued commercially in 2018 on the album *Goodbye & Good Riddance*. The song became one of his best-known works and a major international hit.

Background and release

"Lucid Dreams" began as an online release before becoming a major label single in 2018. Sources differ slightly on the initial upload date, but they agree it first appeared on SoundCloud in 2017 and later received a commercial release. It was released as a single from Juice Wrld's album *Goodbye & Good Riddance*.

Composition and lyrics

The song uses the concept of lucid dreaming, a state in which the dreamer is aware they are dreaming, as a metaphor for post-breakup pain and emotional distress. The production is built around a sample from Sting's "Shape of My Heart", incorporated by producer Nick Mira.

Commercial performance

"Lucid Dreams" was a major chart success, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. It became one of Juice Wrld's most-streamed and most-recognized songs. The song was later certified Diamond by the RIAA.

Legacy

The song is commonly regarded as Juice Wrld's breakout or signature hit in secondary coverage and music explainers. It remains one of the most-discussed examples of how lucid dreaming terminology has been used in popular music.