“I sang for my journey!” On March 27, 2012, Susan Boyle electrified the Theatre Royal in Newcastle, England, with a surprise cameo at the premiere of I Dreamed a Dream, the musical chronicling her meteoric rise, delivering a spine-chilling performance of “I Dreamed a Dream” and “Who I Was Born to Be” that left 2,000 fans in tears! Dressed in a dazzling red outfit, the 50-year-old Britain’s Got Talent icon—played by Elaine C. Smith throughout—sparked a frenzied standing ovation, with chants of “Susan, we love you!” echoing through the hall

by burim1234 · June 20, 2025

Few songs capture Susan Boyle’s story of overcoming odds like “I Dreamed a Dream.” This powerful ballad from Les Misérables, the famous musical based on Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel, tells the tale of Fantine, a young mother facing hardship. She sings the song after losing her job, reflecting on lost dreams and the harsh realities of life.

 

While Susan didn’t take on the role of herself in the show, she made a special appearance at the end, performing two songs, including her iconic hit, “I Dreamed a Dream.” Dressed elegantly in a red ensemble and sporting a polished new look, Susan captivated the audience, who responded with heartfelt cheers of, “Susan, we love you.”

Below is the full version of the song:

With emotional lyrics about stolen youth and shattered hopes, the song resonates deeply. Written by Claude-Michel Schönberg, with French lyrics by Alain Boublil and an English version by Herbert Kretzmer, it begins with Fantine recalling a time when love was thrilling and life was full of promise—before everything went wrong.

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