I'd Rather Be Surfing
Ashley Olsen Lyrics
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I can tell you this is going to be my day.
I grab all that I need, out the door.
Hey, I'm on my way.
You can go and swim, I don't care.
You can act like a fish if you dare.
Cause I've got a different dream.
I've got a different wish.
Chorus:
I'd rather be surfing, just my board and me.
Hanging ten in the waves is where I want to be.
There's nothing like the feel of an ocean breeze,
And a title wave that will rattle your knees.
I live for the thrill of a perfect run.
I'd rather be surfing. Look out, here I come.
I'll just float awhile as I'm waiting for the roller to come.
I let the little ones pass.
You know I'm waiting for that special one that will carry me away.
Don't you see. Just the waves, my board and me.
It's about as close to heaven as a surfer can be.
Chorus
When I see the sun shining, I can tell this will be my day.
I grab all that I need.
Out the door, hey, I'm on my way.
I rather be surfing. Look out, here I come.
The lyrics to Ashley Olsen's "I'd Rather Be Surfing" convey a sense of freedom, adventure, and living in the moment. The singer expresses their love for surfing, and the desire to be out in the waves rather than doing anything else. They feel that the ocean represents a kind of heaven for surfers, and their board is the key to unlocking that pure joy. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the singer's passion for surfing, that they would much rather be surfing than doing anything else.
The opening lines of the song set the stage by evoking a sense of optimism and excitement. The singer declares that seeing the sun shining means that it will be their day, suggesting that they are ready to make the most of it. They gather up what they need and head out the door, eager to make their way to the water. The lines "You can go and swim, I don't care. You can act like a fish if you dare" seem to imply a sort of dismissal of other beach activities in favor of surfing.
The chorus is particularly powerful, as it distills the essence of the song into a few simple, catchy lines. The repeated phrase "I'd rather be surfing" is like a mantra, reinforcing the singer's passion and commitment. The imagery of "Hanging ten in the waves" and "a title wave that will rattle your knees" conveys the excitement and adrenaline rush that comes with surfing. The idea of waiting for that perfect wave is like waiting for a moment of transcendence or enlightenment, and the singer's willingness to let the little ones pass by suggests that they are looking for something truly extraordinary.
Overall, Ashley Olsen's "I'd Rather Be Surfing" is a song that celebrates the simple pleasures of life, the beauty of nature, and the joy of pursuing one's dreams. It's a reminder to live in the moment, to embrace adventure, and to find meaning in the things that matter most.
Line by Line Meaning
When I see the sun is shining,
The sun brings me happiness and tells me that it is going to be a good day.
I can tell you this is going to be my day.
I have a feeling that today will be a success.
I grab all that I need, out the door.
I prepare and leave my home with all the necessary things in tow.
Hey, I'm on my way.
I'm excited and ready to start my day.
You can go and swim, I don't care.
You can do your own thing, it doesn't affect me.
You can act like a fish if you dare.
You can swim and play as you please.
Cause I've got a different dream.
My desire and purpose is different.
I've got a different wish.
My hope and aspiration is unique.
Chorus:
The chorus is about my love for surfing.
I'd rather be surfing, just my board and me.
Surfing alone or with my board is what makes me happy.
Hanging ten in the waves is where I want to be.
I like to ride the waves and experience the thrill of surfing.
There's nothing like the feel of an ocean breeze,
The cool and refreshing wind from the sea gives me great pleasure.
And a title wave that will rattle your knees.
The strong and powerful waves excite me.
I live for the thrill of a perfect run.
The excitement and adrenaline rush from a perfect ride is my motivation.
I'd rather be surfing. Look out, here I come.
My passion for surfing is so strong and I'm coming full force.
I'll just float awhile as I'm waiting for the roller to come.
I'll wait patiently for the big wave to come.
I let the little ones pass.
I don't go for the small waves, I wait for the big ones.
You know I'm waiting for that special one that will carry me away.
I'm waiting for that one big wave that will give me the ultimate ride.
Don't you see. Just the waves, my board and me.
All I need for happiness is to surf with the waves and my board.
It's about as close to heaven as a surfer can be.
Surfing brings me so much joy, it feels like heaven.
Chorus
Repeating the chorus to emphasize my love and passion for surfing.
When I see the sun shining, I can tell this will be my day.
The sun gives me a good feeling that today will be successful.
I grab all that I need.
I make sure to take everything I need.
Out the door, hey, I'm on my way.
I leave with excitement and enthusiasm.
I rather be surfing. Look out, here I come.
My love for surfing drives me forward and I'm ready to go.
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