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"Mister Sandman" is a popular song written in 1954 by Pat Ballard. It became a hit for the Chordettes, an American female vocal group, and has since been covered by numerous artists. The song is often associated with the myth of the Sandman, a character from European folklore who is said to bring dreams by sprinkling magical sand into the eyes of children. In the context of the song, "Mister Sandman" is a plea to the Sandman to bring a dream about a boyfriend.

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"Mister Sandman" is a well-known song written in 1954 by Pat Ballard. It was popularized by the Chordettes, an American female vocal group, and has been covered by many artists since. The song is linked to the folklore of the Sandman, a figure who is believed to bring dreams by sprinkling magical sand into the eyes of children. In the song, "Mister Sandman" is asked to bring a dream about a boyfriend.

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