Sunny
Marvin Gaye Lyrics
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Sunny, you smiled at me and really eased the pain
Oh, the dark days are done, and the bright days are here
My Sunny one shines so sincere
Sunny one so true, I love you
Sunny, thank you for the sunshine bouquet
Sunny, thank you for the love that you brought my way
You gave to me your all and all
Now I feel 'bout ten feet tall
Oh sunny one so true, I love you
Sunny, thank you for the truth you let me see
Yeah sunny, thank you for the facts from A to Z
My life was torn like a windblown sand
And the rock was formed when you held my hand
Sunny one so true, I love you
Yes, yes
Sunny, thank you for the smile upon your face
Oh sunny, thank you for that gleam that flows with grace
Oh, you're my spark of nature's fire
You're my sweet complete desire
Sunny one so true, I love you
Oh sunny, thank you for the smile upon your face
Oh sunny, thank you for that gleam that glows with grace
Yeah, you're my spark of nature's fire
You're my sweet complete desire
Sunny one so true, I love you
Sunny, baby, I love you
Oh, I love you Sunny
Sunny, I love you
You're my complete desire
The song "Sunny" by Marvin Gaye is a love song that expresses the happiness, joy and hope that a lover brings to one's life. In the opening lines, the singer recalls a time when his heart was filled with rain, indicating that he was going through a tough time. But then, Sunny appeared in his life and her smile eased his pain. The bright days are here, and his Sunny one shines so sincere, indicating that the singer is now feeling happy and hopeful. The chorus repeats the singer's love for Sunny, thanking her for the sunshine, love, truth and smile she has brought him. The overall message is that Sunny has transformed the singer's life and brought him true happiness.
The lyrics of the song were written by Bobby Hebb, who wrote it in the aftermath of personal tragedy. Hebb's brother was murdered in 1963, just a few days after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Hebb was devastated by the loss and found solace in music. He wrote "Sunny" as a way to process his grief and find hope, which is reflected in the lyrics. The upbeat melody and positive message of the song made it an instant hit.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunny, yesterday my heart was filled with rain
The singer was sad and disheartened before Sunny came into his life.
Sunny, you smiled at me and really eased the pain
Sunny's smile has the power to heal emotional pain.
Oh, the dark days are done, and the bright days are here
Sunny has brought happiness and positivity into the singer's life.
My Sunny one shines so sincere
Sunny's sincerity and authenticity is noticeable and appreciated.
Sunny one so true, I love you
The singer professes their love for Sunny.
Sunny, thank you for the sunshine bouquet
The singer is grateful for the joy and happiness Sunny brings into their life.
Sunny, thank you for the love that you brought my way
Sunny's love has enriched the singer's life.
You gave to me your all and all
Sunny has put in a lot of effort and dedication towards the relationship.
Now I feel 'bout ten feet tall
Sunny's love has made the singer feel empowered and confident.
Sunny one so true, I love you
The singer reiterates their love for Sunny.
Sunny, thank you for the truth you let me see
Sunny has brought honesty and clarity into the singer's life.
Yeah sunny, thank you for the facts from A to Z
Sunny has provided the singer with knowledge and understanding.
My life was torn like a windblown sand
The singer's life was chaotic and directionless before meeting Sunny.
And the rock was formed when you held my hand
Sunny has provided the singer with stability and security.
Sunny one so true, I love you
The singer proclaims their love for Sunny once again.
Sunny, thank you for the smile upon your face
Sunny's happiness is contagious and brings joy to the singer's life.
Oh sunny, thank you for that gleam that flows with grace
Sunny's grace and elegance is appreciated by the singer.
You're my spark of nature's fire
Sunny is the source of inspiration and passion for the singer.
You're my sweet complete desire
Sunny is the singer's ultimate desire and fulfillment.
Sunny one so true, I love you
The singer expresses their unwavering love for Sunny.
Oh sunny, thank you for the smile upon your face
Sunny's happiness is contagious and brings joy to the singer's life.
Oh sunny, thank you for that gleam that glows with grace
Sunny's grace and elegance is appreciated by the singer.
Yeah, you're my spark of nature's fire
Sunny is the source of inspiration and passion for the singer.
You're my sweet complete desire
Sunny is the singer's ultimate desire and fulfillment.
Sunny, baby, I love you
The singer expresses their love for Sunny in a playful and affectionate manner.
Oh, I love you Sunny
The singer declares their love for Sunny once again.
Sunny, I love you
The singer repeats their declaration of love for Sunny.
You're my complete desire
Sunny is everything the singer could ever want and need in a partner.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Broma 16, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bobby Hebb
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@Mxyzptlscu
This is one of those masterpieces of music that will live forever inside our mind, our soul and all along our lives...I'm 64 years old and every time I have the opportunity of listening to this song I feel the same pleasure that I had when I was eighteen years old.
@SuperC888
Ditto!
@stephenpaulwilson
Same age same feeling from Liverpool England 🏴
@jeanamillis3078
I woke up this morning to this song in my head
Thank you Marvin
@albert.orosco3100
Miss you sunny, I love you buddy. Thank you you for all the love and smiles.
@aahhbbree971
I REMEMBER THIS SONG AS A KID IN THE 60'S. AWESOME :)
@kolasoljet4697
What was that like? I heard this song was a hit! 💚
@BullitCake
the golden age of music
@donatelladanna4396
Un mostro sacro,un interprete intramontabile,ma con un destino ingiusto ❤❤ Ciao Marvin
@gildedpeahen876
i love your comment 🖤