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Nelly - Just a Dream

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Artist:Nelly
Title:Just a Dream
Producer: Jim Jonsin
Album:Nelly 5.0
Label:Derrty/Universal Motown
Twitter:@Nelly_Mo
Website:Nelly's Website

Average Rating:   43211   4.2
Total Ratings:       155

Wouldn’t it be crazy if we all woke up tomorrow to find that we’re still living in Nelly‘s early-2000s glory days, and everything we thought had happened since then was, in reality, Just a Dream? Hey, anything’s possible! Well, OK, maybe not. Assuming we aren’t all trapped in the Matrix, the St. Louis native’s gonna need a hit or two to catapult him back to superstardom in the here and now. To that end, Nelly’s returned to our frontpage with another official single. In contrast to Tippin’ in the Club‘s hard-partying vibe, Dream has a poppier, but still dancefloor-ready sound; Jim Jonsin mans the boards, layering sugary synths and lite-rock guitar as Nelly shows off his softer side, lamenting his failure to patch things up with the girl he loved before it was too late. The pop appeal is most definitely there, but will this be track that returns the artist to his rightful place in the spotlight? That, my friends, is for you to decide. Either way, though, fans are gonna have to wait a little longer than previously expected for more new tunes – Nelly 5.0 has been delayed to a yet unspecified fall release.


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rdotlala
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Total Ratings: 133
Rating:  43211
I like it


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

DJ Z
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DJ Z
Total Ratings: 8068
Rating:  32121
Now THIS is the Nelly that radio will gobble up, girls will gobble up, and men will front like they don't like (when they do). Since I know that Nelly can actually rap his ass off, I don't prefer the pop version of him, but I understand this move.
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Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

bowen_arrow
Rating:  43211
Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

Joe92
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Total Ratings: 409
Rating:  43211
Damnnnnn, i am feeling this song. The hook is exceptional. The verses aren't really that good...but DAMNNN i can't get over that hook

I could see this getting a lot of spins


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

HoamBoy
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HoamBoy
Total Ratings: 544
Rating:  43211
Wow. I've gave up on Nelly's career and didn't think this song would be any good but man was I wrong. First of all nice production from Jim and though the verses were kind of forgettable, I can't deny that crazy hook. Damn it's still in my head. Nelly's career might of been resurrected.


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

Positive Vibe
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Positive Vibe
Total Ratings: 478
Rating:  43211
This might reach the top 10


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

jaydeemorgan
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jaydeemorgan
Total Ratings: 213
Rating:  32121
Good for a radio-ready single. The production and hook are good and catchy enough to succeed on the charts. Nelly's lyrics could be better, but overall it's a step. I would love to see Nelly's career come back to life, as a St. Louis native I'm ready to support St. Louis hip-hop, especially those with genuine talent like Nelly.


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

$PrinceCharming$
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$PrinceCharming$
Total Ratings: 197
Rating:  43211
I see you Nelly! I guess if you want a hit record Jim Jonsin is the man with the master plan, haha. I'm lovin this!


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

DJ Brad
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Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

dillon_68
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dillon_68
Total Ratings: 1181
Rating:  54321
My new sh**


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

joshL
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Total Ratings: 1471
Rating:  54321
oh sh!t...i cant even explain how excited i am right now. this may not be 5 stars (maybe it is im jus goin off one listen), but im gunna give it to him anyway. Nelly is one of my all time favs and this is part of the reason why... he reps St.Louis better than anyone else, he can be a sick rapper when he wants to be, and he can drop hits like this. i hope the upcoming album kills.

WELCOME BACK NELLY!


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

rusassault
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Total Ratings: 4
Rating:  43211
This is really catchy, Nelly is definitely on his way up again...Only thing about the review is you gotta mention "Inception" not "The Matrix" haha


Posted on Jul 29, 2010    

Ivan Ibarra
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Ivan Ibarra
Total Ratings: 55
Rating:  43211
you know..i root so hard for Nelly to make it back in hip hop. Z is right...radio will gobble this up. It's no different than the formula that B.o.B. has been doing and getting craaaazy radio spins.

best of luck Nelly


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Guest
Rating:  32121
       
I've never been a big Nelly fan, but this side of his duel lead single should do pretty well on the Pop charts.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Myztery
Rating:  54321
Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Aussie_Accents
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Aussie_Accents
Total Ratings: 1896
Rating:  32121
This sounds like it was meant for B.o.B so in my books we have a hit, Nelly could of come harder but I see the reason for the slow tempo (radio/club friendly) Nice one Nelly.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Mike95
Rating:  43211
Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Cezar_king
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Cezar_king
Total Ratings: 7
Freakin sweet ass song nelly boo yeh


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Nathan S.
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Nathan S.
Total Ratings: 2478
Rating:  32121
It was all a dream, I used to...

Nelly's trying every possible angle to get back on the radio, the club hit, the banger and now the hip-pop hit. I have to say, his singing voice is actually pretty good. If he could convince Rihanna to jump on this it could be a huge, huge hit.

Maybe this will gain some traction and 5.0 will get a release date.
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Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Audio_Adrenaline
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Audio_Adrenaline
Total Ratings: 206
Rating:  43211
Wow, I LOVE this song. The spark of reignition in Nelly's career has revived itself. Catchy hook for sure.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

DJ Jam Master
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DJ Jam Master
Total Ratings: 27
Rating:  54321
I can't even act like I don't like this, this is dope. It's definitely got that pop sound in it but that's necessary to get his sound out there. 5/5 for Nelly on this one, he's coming back.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

sw4nt0ntj
Rating:  43211
Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Dj Baer
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Dj Baer
Total Ratings: 431
Rating:  43211
This is the Nelly I love. It reminds me of the time he collaborated with a country music star. I really like this. I can't decide if it will get big on the radio with the whole B.o.B flow but if it does I will be very happy.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Bosnian
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Bosnian
Total Ratings: 880
Rating:  43211
Although it ain't a rap song, still it ain't bad from Nelly. I just expect more rapping from him on next records.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Flawle$$Klang
Rating:  54321
Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Flawle$$Klang
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Flawle$$Klang
Total Ratings: 139
Rating:  54321
this tune shall bring nelly back where he deserves to be. def radio material...def my new tune!! props for this popish nelly.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

FredRico
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FredRico
Total Ratings: 1308
Rating:  32121
Was there any part where Nelly rapped?! I missed it...


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

ReturnOfSanta
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ReturnOfSanta
Total Ratings: 490
Rating:  43211
Remember last song I said Nelly needs a Ride Wit Me? This is it.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

DukeFenix
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DukeFenix
Total Ratings: 17
Rating:  32121
Its a pretty good track. While it is not the Nelly I prefer, i'll have to give this 3 stars. Simply because i know this will be hittin the radio, its pop.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

JayhawkAI3
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Total Ratings: 85
Rating:  43211
Finally something from Nelly worth listening to and something that has replay value. This is refreshing. The production is smooth. The vocals are nearly perfect. This has a definite Nelly-sound to it and that is a good thing. There is no way this track will have the success that Hot In Here, Grillz, or Air Force Ones had but this is a smooth comeback track. I'm really feeling it.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

StraightTruth
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Total Ratings: 3
Rating:  54321
Yes Nelly YES!


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

PrIc3Le$$
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PrIc3Le$$
Total Ratings: 1113
Rating:  54321
So much better than his last booth entry. I love the production on this.


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Juanito_88
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Juanito_88
Total Ratings: 1078
Rating:  43211
This is a good track, great for the radio. It's the type of track that I will love until radio overplays it for months...


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

*Obsession*
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Total Ratings: 14
Rating:  43211
Hellaa Sickk Sonqqq
Realllyy Realtes


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

rock_chalk63
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rock_chalk63
Total Ratings: 6
Rating:  43211
damn the song wasnt even half over and i was already singin the hook. addicting, hopefully he can get back to some of that country grammer @*#$! that i grew up to


Posted on Jul 30, 2010    

Nurichi
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Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

dee jay
Rating:  54321
Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

G+F
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G+F
Total Ratings: 50
Rating:  21321
Am I the only one listening or this is the same garbage that everyone is going for when it comes to sound. I am sorry but for me this doesn't cut it. It's that same old pop formula that everyone is using now and i don't appreciate it. Sure its a banger but for me its not original. That's what Nelly NEEDS to do in order to get his career back.


Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

essamsummer
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essamsummer
Total Ratings: 4
Rating:  54321
new song from nelly good


Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

XuUP17
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Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

butterfly_Tra
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butterfly_Tra
Total Ratings: 63
Rating:  43211
this song is hott wb nelly


Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

Mike Dreams
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Mike Dreams
Total Ratings: 2133
Rating:  43211
I swear, you can always count on the people who come to DJBOOTH.NET to listen to music to know GOOD music.

I was a Nelly fan way back in the day ("Country Grammar" was the first rap album I ever owned). I've continued to be a mild fan throughout his career; and was sad to see him fall off in the past couple years (if you remember back to like 2001, Nelly was what Drake is now...).

But when I heard this, I'm thinking he just may make a more mature and triumphant comeback (something we've just recently witnessed from Eminem).

Speaking of Eminem, was I was the only who peeped how this Nelly joint could be a double meaning; using "her" as being symbolic for a woman, but also the "hip-hop" or "music" game? (Similar to one of Eminem's newest records "25 to Life" on his RECOVERY album); especially with lines like "I was at the top, and now it's like I'm in the basement, #1 Spot, now she found a replacement."

Either way, I dig it and I'm eager to see what Nelly comes with next...

Sidebar: Jim Jonsin's production was pretty dope, but it sounded like a hybrid of Wyclef Jean's "Sweetest Girl" and Eminem's "Love The Way You Lie". LOL. Just sayin'...


Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

lexa
Rating:  43211
Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

babyshark
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Total Ratings: 20
Rating:  43211
damn i like this


Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

JaketotheZ
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Total Ratings: 1
Rating:  43211
When I heard "Tippin in the club" I have to admit I was seriously let down. I'm an old Nelly fan and upon hearing this I have been listening to it non stop.


Posted on Jul 31, 2010    

Omaha's Finest
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Posted on Aug 01, 2010    

JayCL
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JayCL
Total Ratings: 735
Rating:  43211
good job nelly. welcome back. i m loving this. this is definitely another dilemma without kelly rowland


Posted on Aug 01, 2010    

TheRealErica
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Total Ratings: 99
Rating:  43211
As soon as it came on i knew i was gonna like it...


Posted on Aug 01, 2010    

ishhh12
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ishhh12
Total Ratings: 74
Rating:  43211
freegin love nelly's musicc, it's def. gonna get some radio play here in aus.


Posted on Aug 01, 2010    

Young Swish
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Young Swish
Total Ratings: 985
Rating:  32121
It’s to sing a long for me but it’s good to see Nelly doing his thing again.


Posted on Aug 01, 2010    

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