Race for the Sun
3 Doors Down Lyrics


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It's gonna rain some days I know
And things are gonna hurt sometimes that's for sure
But I won't get turned around 'cause I keep moving on
I think my mind plays tricks on me
'Cause sometimes what I get ain't what I see
I just turn it upside down and I keep moving on

Oh, I'm gonna race for the morning sun
I can't wait for the day that's on it's way
I'm gonna race for the morning sun
And it's gonna shine on me
Oh, it's gonna shine

I'm gonna take everything I want
And won't get lost in what I don't
I just hide it all inside and I keep moving on

Oh, I'm gonna race for the morning sun
I can't wait for the day that's on it's way
I'm gonna race for the morning sun
And it's gonna shine on me

Oh, it's gonna shine a light right down on me
And I swear I'll find where I wanna be
And I'll live the day like it's the only one
I'm gonna race for the sun

Shine a light right down on me
And I swear I'll find where I wanna be
And I'll live the day like it's the only one
I'm gonna race for the sun

Shine a light right down on me
And I swear I'll find where I wanna be
And I'll live the day like it's the only one




I'm gonna race
I'm gonna race for the sun

Overall Meaning

The song “Race for the Sun” by 3 Doors Down was released in 2008 and features the powerful and inspirational lyrics. The song is about perseverance and not getting bogged down by the challenges that life throws our way. The opening lines “It’s gonna rain some days I know, and things are gonna hurt sometimes that's for sure” suggest that life is not always fair and easy, but we can’t let these obstacles stop us from moving forward. The artist acknowledges that his mind plays tricks on him and sometimes what he gets is not what he sees, but he keeps moving forward because he won’t get turned around. He is determined to take everything he wants and not get lost in what he doesn't want.


The chorus of “Race for the Sun” is the most impactful part of the song. The artist tells us that he is going to race for the morning sun and that it's gonna shine on him. The morning sun symbolizes a new beginning and the start of a new day. The artist is filled with hope and optimism and can’t wait for the day that's on its way. He is going to live the day like it's the only one and will race for the sun because he is certain that he will find where he wants to be. The song inspires listeners to be persistent in their pursuit of their dreams, to never give up, and to always race for the sun.


Line by Line Meaning

It's gonna rain some days I know
I understand that there will be difficult times ahead.


And things are gonna hurt sometimes that's for sure
I know that there will be situations that will be painful.


But I won't get turned around 'cause I keep moving on
I won't let obstacles slow me down, I will continue to persevere.


I think my mind plays tricks on me
Sometimes I doubt myself and my abilities.


'Cause sometimes what I get ain't what I see
My perception of a situation is not always accurate.


I just turn it upside down and I keep moving on
I choose to have a positive outlook and focus on the future.


Oh, I'm gonna race for the morning sun
I am determined to achieve my goals as soon as possible.


I can't wait for the day that's on it's way
I am excited for what the future holds.


And it's gonna shine on me
I am confident that I will be successful.


I'm gonna take everything I want
I am determined to strive for what I truly desire.


And won't get lost in what I don't
I won't be distracted by things that are not important or relevant to my goals.


I just hide it all inside and I keep moving on
I choose to deal with my emotions privately and move forward.


And I swear I'll find where I wanna be
I am confident that I will find my path in life.


And I'll live the day like it's the only one
I choose to focus on the present moment and live each day to the fullest.


I'm gonna race for the sun
I am determined to achieve my goals and reach for success.


Shine a light right down on me
I hope the universe will guide me towards what I truly desire.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRADLEY KIRK ARNOLD, CHRISTOPHER LEE HENDERSON, MATTHEW DARRICK ROBERTS, ROBERT TODD HARRELL

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SabrinaOnlineFan96


on Sarah Yellin'

I found this song on a Sabrina Online AMV, although this sounds like something from Shadow the Hedgehog.

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