Sunrise / Sunset
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Life is unusually beautiful
But sometimes I feel so unsuitable and it drowns out what's musical
And then I just find myself drinkin' and thinkin'
Making no turns yet my signal is blinkin'
Feeling bad cause no judge is giving me 10
Breaking rules to get up out of the deep end
On the verge of having trouble begin
Hot! is the weather where I'm from
Hot! is situations that come
Hot! is how people get when
They're stuck in a pit, world not giving a shit
Life is suppose to be beautiful, but it's a crucible
Turning me into a person brutal who's
Psychodependant on, money bitches drugs
Funny business stuff, can I give it up?
Yes I love, to get paid, get laid
Get drunk, get high, but then I hear kids cry
Saying that they need a model to follow
But I still find a liquor bottle to hollow
[Chorus]
Sitting on the dock of the bay wasting time
Insecurities tingle racing up my spine
Facing crime in an eye to eye, head to head
Thinking of how to get dough to bread, keep roses red
I realize that my life is composed of
The actions I take combined with the feelings I hold but
Sometimes negativity molds a, heart from it's start is
Just trying to get over
But you can't let it fold tha, soldier
That from it's inception, needn't lucks blessing from clovers
Cause when it fights, it strikes, it slices, it bites
From morning to night, back through darkness to light
It's office is yo life, builds a fortress that's tight
You can call it Christ or whatever you like
But to ignore it is yo right, you deal your will
You reap what you sew, you till your field
But post battle, who will - heal - your shield
So many vices you can sacrifice, kill and grill
Cause you gotta see that the world will confuse you
With abused clues
I flip through news
And see that the world's a treasure chest of misuses jewels
Who can't maintain... from sunrise, to sunset.. they face pain
Their used to blue skies got grey stains
And are surrounded by friends who got snake fangs
But you gotta block it
Don't avoide it, destroy it, throw it up in a box and then lock it
Cut power when docs try to shock it
Cause that ain't the shit you should welcome your block with
[Chorus]
In the verses of "Sunrise / Sunset" by CunninLynguists, Deacon the Villain expresses his internal conflict between the beauty of life and his feelings of unworthiness, which sometimes prompt him to resort to drinking and breaking rules. He feels that the world can be hot, not literally, but in the way it challenges individuals to stay afloat in the face of difficulties. Deacon admits that he loves money, women, and drugs, but he's also aware of the need for positive role models who can inspire others to achieve their dreams. He struggles with the self-destructive tendencies he sees in himself and society at large, acknowledging that the world has many "misused jewels" that are hard to keep without succumbing to one's vices.
The chorus of the song reflects on the nature of life and how our actions and feelings shape our experience of it. Insecurities can be overwhelming, and we face a constant battle to overcome negativity and keep pushing ahead. Even when life seems to be full of pitfalls, we must remember that we have the power to make choices that shape our destiny. The song ends on a cautionary tone, warning against the dangers of falling prey to those who embody "snake fangs" and reminding listeners to stay vigilant in protecting themselves and their communities.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is unusually beautiful
Life can be very beautiful and unique in its own way
But sometimes I feel so unsuitable and it drowns out what's musical
Occasionally, I feel inadequate and it takes away the beauty from the music
And then I just find myself drinkin' and thinkin'
I resort to drinking and thinking when I feel overwhelmed
Making no turns yet my signal is blinkin'
I am stuck and uncertain despite giving signals to move forward
Feeling bad cause no judge is giving me 10
I feel guilty as no one is giving me a perfect score for my performance
Breaking rules to get up out of the deep end
I am willing to break rules to get out of a difficult situation
On the verge of having trouble begin
I am about to face trouble and problems
Drama never leavin'
I am always surrounded by drama
Hot! is the weather where I'm from
The weather in my place is quite hot and uncomfortable
Hot! is situations that come
Situations that arise can be very heated and intense
Hot! is how people get when
People's temper can rise when they feel cornered
They're stuck in a pit, world not giving a shit
People feel helpless and ignored by the world
Life is suppose to be beautiful, but it's a crucible
Life is expected to be beautiful, but it can also be a harsh and challenging experience
Turning me into a person brutal who's
I am becoming ruthless and aggressive due to the hardships in life
Psychodependant on, money bitches drugs
I am psychologically dependent on money, women, and drugs
Funny business stuff, can I give it up?
Can I give up my vices and live a life free from addiction?
Yes I love, to get paid, get laid
I love to earn money and have sexual encounters
Get drunk, get high, but then I hear kids cry
I indulge in drinking and drugs until I hear children crying for a role model
Saying that they need a model to follow
Children need someone to look up to and emulate
But I still find a liquor bottle to hollow
Despite knowing the importance of being a role model, I still resort to alcohol
Sitting on the dock of the bay wasting time
I am wasting my precious time sitting idly by the bay
Insecurities tingle racing up my spine
I am feeling insecure and anxious, and it's making me very uncomfortable
Facing crime in an eye to eye, head to head
I am confronting crime and danger face-to-face
Thinking of how to get dough to bread, keep roses red
I am constantly worrying about how to make money to support my loved ones and keep romance alive
I realize that my life is composed of
I am realizing that my life is made up of
The actions I take combined with the feelings I hold but
My actions and emotions play a vital role in shaping my life
Sometimes negativity molds a, heart from its start is
Negativity can shape a person's heart from the very beginning
Just trying to get over
I am attempting to overcome negativity and its effects
But you can't let it fold the, soldier
I cannot let negativity defeat me and surrender like a soldier
That from its inception, needn't lucks blessing from clovers
I don't need luck from four-leaf clovers from the very start. Self-confidence is key
Cause when it fights, it strikes, it slices, it bites
Negativity can be fierce and make a big impact
From morning to night, back through darkness to light
Negativity can affect a person from morning to night
It's office is yo life, builds a fortress that's tight
Negativity becomes a part of life and creates a tight fortress
You can call it Christ or whatever you like
You can associate negativity with any name or term you choose
But to ignore it is yo right, you deal your will
You have the freedom to ignore negativity and choose how to deal with it
You reap what you sew, you till your field
Your actions determine your fate and how your life turns out
But post battle, who will - heal - your shield
After the battle, who will heal and repair the damage caused?
So many vices you can sacrifice, kill and grill
There are many vices that you can give up, let go, and remove from your life
Cause you gotta see that the world will confuse you
You need to understand that the world can confuse and overwhelm you
With abused clues
The world can mislead you with false impressions and signs
I flip through news
I read the news to keep myself informed
And see that the world's a treasure chest of misuses jewels
The world is full of valuable things that are often misused
Who can't maintain... from sunrise, to sunset.. they face pain
There are people who cannot hold on and face pain throughout the day
Their used to blue skies got grey stains
People who were used to happy times are now experiencing difficult situations
And are surrounded by friends who got snake fangs
They are surrounded by friends who have turned against them
But you gotta block it
You must block the negativity to avoid it affecting you
Don't avoid it, destroy it, throw it up in a box and then lock it
Do not avoid negativity, but destroy it, box it up and lock it away
Cut power when docs try to shock it
Don't let negativity gain power and control when people try to shock and intimidate you
Cause that ain't the shit you should welcome your block with
Negativity is not something you want in your life
[Chorus]
This is the chorus section
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@DauntlessEagle1776
+Nicole Olivier yes, I know what you mean, As a Kid I ;loved this musical. I lived this man life and later worked 20 year in the USAF and 7 Year in Baghdad, Iraq when I discovered something quite shocking. I had wasted my life believing a huge lie on all western nations.... you will not understand my Warning if you do not see these two YOUTUBES... Everything we were taught is a LIE.
Benjamin Freeman 1961 Speech
And
In the shadow of Hermes.... ( the truth about the Soviet Revolution of 1917)
Fiddler on the roof is about Tragedy and lives taken and murdered.......Right?
@hubertpretkiewicz544
Is this the little girl I carried
Is this the little boy at play
I don't remember growing older
When did they
When did she get to be a beauty
When did he grow to be so tall
Wasn't it yesterday
When they were small
Sunrise sunset
Sunrise sunset
Swiftly flow the days
Seedlings turn overnight to sunflower.
Blossoming even as we gaze
Sunrise sunset
Sunrise sunset
Swiftly fly the years
One season following another
Laden with happiness and tears
What words of wisdom can I give them
How can I help to ease their way
Now they must learn from one another
Day by day
They look so natural together
just like the newly - weds should be
Is there a canopy in store for me.
Sunrise sunset...
@ahleesay
Is this the little girl I carried
Is this the little boy at play?
I don't remember growing older
When did they?
When did she get to be a beauty
When did he grow to be so tall?
Wasn't it yesterday when they were small?
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly flow the days
Seedlings turn overnight to sunflowers
Blossoming even as we gaze
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly fly the years
One season following another
Laiden with happiness and tears
What words of wisdom can I give them
How can I help to ease their way?
Now they must learn from one another
Day by day
They look so natural together
Just like two newlyweds should be
Is there a canopy in store for me?
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly fly the years
One season following another
Laiden with happiness and tears
@rickramos1292
Chaim Topol has passed away this day at the age of 87. May he rest in peace. He will be missed for his talent, his performances, and goodwill. I saw him in a production of this show back in the 90's. I feel privileged to have been able to catch one of his many performances in that iconic role.
@theresaheywood9479
Thank you for letting people know. He was.extremley talented he will be missed.
@kathleenwindasgoodwin9165
I had the pleasure of seeing him in London years ago. He was perfect and phenomenal in Fiddler. Great talent!
@juliam.mallen9019
I'm sure he's up in heaven giving the Lord some beautiful special performances!
My condolences and blessings to his family 💕🙏
@jerryisland236
May he rest in peace!
@DrewPritt
May his memory be a blessing.
@belleepoque2544
RIP Chaim Topol, may your memory be a blessing
@mstrainjr
This is such a powerful scene. I love the part when the camera is going to all the different faces in the crowd and you see the emotion on their faces. Such wonderful acting without a single word said.
@NickJay
+M. Strain Jr. I totally agree with you but the power of the song is amazing. I love it and so emotional. Like others I find it hard keeping the tears (of joy) back - beautiful.
@Ignauhak
The director has clearly done a good job here, because so much thought is eminating forth from their very eyes. He must have told them what to think and really allowed them time to let it consume them ^_^