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