With a plan of moving to Music City following high school graduation, Adam would spend as much time as possible, teaching himself to write songs about the things in life he knew about. In 2007, Adam made the move to Nashville. While working construction on the side to pay the bills, Adam’s songwriting opened to co-writing, and building core relationships in the business.
After just two years, Adam landed his first publishing deal with Big Yellow Dog Music and has had songs recorded by super stars such as Luke Bryan, whose album Crash My Party (featuring Sanders' "Out Like That") had the third highest debut of any record in 2013. Additionally, Adam just got two more songs recorded by friend, collaborator, and rising star, Cole Swindell, and has several other artists asking for more from him. His most recent cut is titled “Sounds of Summer” which is featured on Dierks Bently’s seventh studio album, Riser. Adam continues to write songs, while working on fulfilling his next goal of becoming a household name in country music.
In the fall of 2013, Adam signed with world-wide talent agency, William Morris Endeavor, and has been burning up the road, sharing stages with the likes of Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Cole Swindell, Thomas Rhett, Randy Houser, Dustin Lynch, Josh Thompson, Easton Corbin, The Cadillac Three and more.
Adam Sanders is currently gearing up for his debut single release, “Nothin’ To Do But Drink”, which premiered on SiriusXM’s The Highway in June 2014.
Thunder
Adam Sanders Lyrics
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Breeze is blowing a high of 85
Not a cloud in sight
I can hear the neighbor's kids out in the street
Dogs are barking and the grass is green on the other side
It's mid July but you'd never tell by the way I'm stuck inside
It's all thunder and lightning
It's like heaven opened up and started crying
These storm clouds over my head
Been hanging round since the moment you left
should be jet trails, blue skies, soaking up the summer
but it's all thunder
when your tailights started fading out
that's when the wind started rolling in
you could smell the rain from a mile away
now I can't take a breath without thinking of you
it's like I'm drowning in this living room
and its killing me
yeah your memory
its all thunder, its all lightning
its like heaven opened up and started crying
Raining down on me and I can't see no good silver lining in your goodbye
These storm clouds over my head
Been hanging round since the moment you left
should be jet trails, blue skies, soaking up the summer
but it's all thunder its all heartbreak its all me and you covered by a dark shade
black and blue, yeah missing you, yeah same old pain ain't nothing new
its all thunder, its all lightning, its like heaven opened up and started crying
Raining down on me and I can't see no good silver lining in your goodbye
These storm clouds over my head
Been hanging round since the moment you left
should be jet trails, blue skies, sunshine soaking up the summer
still stuck here pretending i'm holding you telling you I love you
but it's all thunder
The song "Thunder" by Adam Sanders is a heart-wrenching ballad that tells the story of a breakup and the lingering pain that follows. The opening lines convey the contrast between the beautiful weather outside and the turmoil inside the singer's mind. The reference to the neighbor's kids, dogs barking and the green grass on the other side of the street sound like normal daily sounds, but the broken heart is too deep to enjoy that. The metaphor of Thunder and Lightning as heaven's tears and storm clouds hanging over the singer's head conveys the immense sadness and grief he feels. The lyrics describe how the memories of his past love haunt him in every breath he takes, like drowning in his living room. The song captures the essence of a breakup and the traumatic effect of losing someone dear.
The song's lyrics and delivery are powerful and relatable to anyone who has experienced heartbreak. Adam Sanders's vocals are emotional and raw and deliver the lyrics' impact with conviction. The melancholic melody and slow tempo of the song add to the emotional tone of the lyrics, which are accompanied by a beautiful acoustic guitar chord progression. The song's chorus amplifies the pain felt from the singer's loss, with the lyrics "its all thunder, its all lightning, its like heaven opened up and started crying." The song resonates with anyone who has gone through similar pain, and its popularity reflects its ability to touch the listener's heart.
Line by Line Meaning
The weather man said its sunny outside
The meteorologist stated that the weather is sunny.
Breeze is blowing a high of 85
There is a wind blowing with a temperature of 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
Not a cloud in sight
The sky is free of visible clouds.
I can hear the neighbor's kids out in the street
Im able to listen to the children from the adjacent house playing outdoors.
Dogs are barking and the grass is green on the other side
There are dogs barking, and the grass appears green in the neighbor's yard.
It's mid July but you'd never tell by the way I'm stuck inside
Although it is July, one cannot predict that by my being indoors all the time.
It's all thunder and lightning
There is thunder and lightning in my surroundings.
It's like heaven opened up and started crying
It seems as if it is raining due to heaven's tears.
Raining down on me and I can't see no good silver lining in your goodbye
It's raining and I cannot see a positive aspect to you leaving me.
These storm clouds over my head
The storm clouds are hovering over my head.
Been hanging round since the moment you left
These clouds have remained since the time of your departure.
should be jet trails, blue skies, soaking up the summer
It should be a bright summer day with clear blue skies and the presence of jet trails.
but it's all thunder
However, there is only thunder.
when your tailights started fading out
When your taillights began to disappear into the distance.
that's when the wind started rolling in
At that point, the wind began to pick up.
you could smell the rain from a mile away
You could perceive the scent of rain from at least a mile's distance away.
now I can't take a breath without thinking of you
Now, every breath I take has me reminiscing about you.
it's like I'm drowning in this living room
It feels as if I am submerged and suffocating in this room.
and its killing me
This is causing me great distress.
yeah your memory
Your memory continues to trouble me.
its all thunder, its all lightning
Everything within me reflects the current storm with its thunder and lightning.
its like heaven opened up and started crying
It feels like the skies have opened up above me, and tear drops are falling down.
Raining down on me and I can't see no good silver lining in your goodbye
The tears continue to flow, and there is no optimistic angle to be found in your farewell.
These storm clouds over my head
The gloomy storm clouds are still present over me.
Been hanging round since the moment you left
These clouds have been looming since the day you left me.
should be jet trails, blue skies, sunshine soaking up the summer
The sky above should be displaying jet trails, bright blue skies, shining sun, and the feel of summertime.
still stuck here pretending i'm holding you telling you I love you
I am still in this place, pretending that I have you in my arms, speaking passionately and fondly to you.
but it's all thunder
At the end of the day, all I can hear is the thunder.
Contributed by Jason C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kazimierz Frackiewicz
This song and video should have millions of views.
Ashley Ward
cash frackiewicz I just spend 30 mins trying to find this song!! I am so in love it!!!
Vngelicv Tv
I love this song! I played it at my mommy’s funeral :( brings tears every time I hear it !!!
Shalyn Miller
All winter and summer long last year, essentially since we first heard it, me and my friends have been playing this song non-stop and everywhere we go. We never get tired of it. Absolutely amazing! Love it!
Thomas Bosworth
Shalyn Miller that's awesome
Dewayne Brown
well done Adam, amazing song ..I've listened to it 10 times already
Khryzziah Joy Binobo
Can't stop listening to this!
Trenton Bicknell
One of the best songs I've ever heard!!!
Lita Justus
Adam has a beautiful voice!Love all his songs!!
Kelly Hoover
+LitaJustas + in my opinion, he pretty cute too!