Ellur Asks the Question We All Avoid on “Dream Of Mine”: Single Review

Words: Izzy Hegarty

Chasing something you really want can feel oddly selfish — especially when it doesn’t line up with what you’re “meant” to want. That’s the space Ellur sits in on her new single “Dream Of Mine,” a track that gently unpacks the guilt, doubt, and quiet fear that can come with choosing ambition over expectation.

Out now via Dance To The Radio, “Dream Of Mine” is the final single to be shared from Ellur’s upcoming debut album At Home In My Mind, due February 6. It’s a reflective moment ahead of the record’s release, and one that feels especially personal. Premiered by Steve Lamacq on BBC 6 Music, the track offers another glimpse into the emotional honesty that’s quickly become Ellur’s calling card.

The song was written a long time ago, during a period where Ellur was questioning whether wanting a life in music was something she needed to apologise for. There’s a real tension running through the lyrics — worrying that a long-term partner might decide the sacrifices are too much, while also pushing back against the idea that settling down should come before everything else. It’s not framed as a big statement, just an honest admission, which makes it land even harder.

Musically, “Dream Of Mine” feels warm and unhurried. There’s a dreamy, Americana-tinged quality to it, with space for the song to breathe and Ellur’s voice to lead the way. You can hear the influence of artists like The War on Drugs and The Cure in the atmosphere, but it never feels like pastiche. Instead, it sounds like someone finding their footing, comfortable enough to let things unfold naturally.

What makes the track work so well is its relatability. Even if you’ve never tried to build a career in music, the feeling of wanting more — and feeling conflicted about it — is universal. Ellur doesn’t try to resolve that tension; she just sits with it, and trusts the listener to do the same.

As the final preview of At Home In My Mind, “Dream Of Mine” feels like a fitting way to close this chapter of releases. It’s thoughtful, honest, and quietly confident — the kind of song that stays with you not because it demands attention, but because it feels real.