You Are My Sunshine
B-B. King Lyrics
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You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You make me happy when skies are gray
You'll never know dear, how much I love you
Please don't take my sunshine away
The first verse of B.B. King's "You Are My Sunshine" is an ode to a loved one who brings happiness into his life. The imagery of sunshine is a common metaphor for happiness, and King uses it to express the importance of this person in his life. The lyrics suggest that when things are tough and the sky is gray, this person brings light and happiness into his life. The final line of the verse is a plea to this person not to leave or take away the sunshine that they bring.
The repetition of the verse further emphasizes the significance of this person in King's life. It conveys a deep sense of love and gratitude for the joy that this person has brought into his life. The line "You'll never know dear, how much I love you" is particularly poignant, suggesting that the person may not fully understand just how much they mean to him.
Overall, the lyrics to "You Are My Sunshine" express a simple but profound sentiment - the importance of love and happiness in our lives, and the deep gratitude we feel toward those who bring them to us.
Line by Line Meaning
You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You bring light and happiness into my life, and I cherish you above all else.
You make me happy when skies are gray
Even when there are hardships or obstacles in my life, being with you brings me joy and warmth.
You'll never know dear, how much I love you
I will always love you more than words can express, and I hope that you can understand the depth of my feelings for you.
Please don't take my sunshine away
Without you, my life would be dark and empty. Please stay with me and continue to bring light and joy into my days.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Jimmie Davis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dabrat683
My dad loved BB King, I used to sing this song to my first born every day. Dad is gone now. Every time I hear this song it brings tears to my eyes. So many memories. Rest In Peace BB. Rest in Peach Dad.
@ameladzano334
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@daviemcf
Great memories Laura...the first time I heard BB singing this was in the gardens below Edinburgh castle about tewnty years ago,I'll never forget it.
@lyrictroy6717
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@andrewince8824
I'm not ashamed to say this brought tears to my eyes. As beautiful as his music has always been and always will be.
@AniruthTriambakAAT
+Andrew Ince This brought tears to my eyes too bro, can't believe we can no longer see him performing live so interactively anymore.
Love this version better than the Studio version.
@andrewince8824
He's ever done a bad performance, It's sad I was never able to see him live.
@omaralm8061
Faith in Human restored, NO DISLIKES
@daviemcf
The first I heard BB singing this song was at the gardens at bottom of Edinburgh castle many years ago....great memories....RIP BB KING.