Nightwish still played it live with Anette Olzon, who replaced Turunen in 2007, and currently with Floor Jansen.

[citation needed] "Ever Dream" was the demo recorded by Olzon and sent to the band as her audition to replace Turunen.

[3]According to analysis by Charris Efthimiou, a Greek musicologist, "Ever Dream" is a prime example of how Nightwish blends emotional depth with complex musical structures.

[4] The song's lyrics convey a sense of longing and desire, which is amplified by the orchestral arrangements and dynamic shifts in the music.

[7][8] Anna Svetlova's study in "Studia de Cultura" explores the romantic and poetic elements in Nightwish's music, with "Ever Dream" serving as a key example.