Lovely Day
B.Withers Lyrics
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And the sunlight hurts my eyes
And something without warning, love
Bears heavy on my mind
Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
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When the day that lies ahead of me
Seems impossible to face
When someone else instead of me
Always seems to know the way
Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
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When the day that lies ahead of me
Seems impossible to face
And when someone else instead of me
Always seems to know the way
Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
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The lyrics to Bill Withers' "Lovely Day" describe a gloomy morning where the singer wakes up feeling down, but then finds that simply looking at their loved one makes everything feel okay. The sunlight hurting their eyes could be a metaphor for how the stresses of life can feel overwhelming and difficult to face, but the presence of their loved one dispels those feelings of heaviness from their mind. The lyrics repeat the same scenario of facing an impossible day, and always finding comfort in the presence of their loved one.
The lyrics of "Lovely Day" have a universal theme of finding happiness and comfort in the presence of loved ones. The song resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds, and has remained popular and relevant for decades. The song is a classic example of soul music, with its smooth and catchy rhythm, gospel-tinged harmonies, and Withers' iconic vocals.
Line by Line Meaning
When I wake up in the morning, love
When I open my eyes at the start of my day
And the sunlight hurts my eyes
And the brightness of the sun causes discomfort to my vision
And something without warning, love
And an unexpected feeling or thought, my dear
Bears heavy on my mind
Weighs down on my thoughts and emotions
Then I look at you
Then I turn to you for comfort
And the world's alright with me
And everything seems right in the world
Just one look at you
A single glance in your direction
And I know it's gonna be
And I am certain that the day ahead will be
A lovely day (lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
A beautiful, wonderful, and enjoyable day
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When the day that lies ahead of me
When I anticipate the events of the day ahead
Seems impossible to face
Appears too difficult to confront
When someone else instead of me
When another person seems better equipped
Always seems to know the way
Always appears to have the right answers
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A day filled with positivity, happiness, and joy
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A day that is pleasant and enjoyable
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A day that is filled with beauty and wonderful experiences
Lyrics © GOLDEN WITHERS MUSIC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Skip Scarborough, William Harrison Withers
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@erinh3108
My Mama’s Funeral Is Tomorrow. She Suffered With Congestive Heart Failure and Dementia with Sundowners For The Past Year.
I Would Sing, Dance and Point To Her Smiling Throughout This Song…
In The Early Stages She Would Sing Along With Me…
Last Friday January 26, 2024 I Visited Her At Home To Play This Song Again, Singing.
I Always Was Told The Hearing Is The Last To Go…
I Also Played Beth Hart’s Song “Mama This Ones For You” As This Was Gary’s Song For Her From Him.
There Was A Tear From Her Eye Which I Gently Wiped Away.
We All Have One Mother and There Are No Guidebooks Which Truly Exist On Raising Children. It Is Hands On.
The First Four Of Us (Our Parents Quad Being So Close In Age) Lived On Meager Means But Was Rich In Love and Laughter…
The Remaining Two Younger Siblings Though A Difference In Ages Have Different Memories…
I Like To Hope It Was My Eldest Brother Mickey Who Passed Away January 21, 2006 From Cancer At The Age Of 46, Was The One Who Mama Saw To Help Guide Her From This World To Heaven…
Until We See Each Other Again Mama…
The Love Endures
@acwatercolors
Lyrics :
"When I wake up in the morning, love
And the sunlight hurts my eyes
And something without warning, love
Bears heavy on my mind
Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
A lovely day (lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
(Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
A lovely day (lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
(Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
When the day that lies ahead of me
Seems impossible to face
When someone else instead of me
Always seems to know the way
Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
A lovely day (lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
(Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
A lovely day (lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)
(Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day)"
@Ozymandias-
Let's be honest, we all searched for this.
@Vistakruze
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@CherryBlossomBlyue
We did
@OkamixOni
you're just like everyone else
@-maya-6498
that is correct :)
@DivineOne001
😬😂👍
@stephenrodriguez5709
Really liked this song in 1977 when I was 29 years old, Really like this song now at 71 years old in 2020!
@MrsSlocombesPuddyCat
Loved this song in 77 when I was 7....adore it still
@DigUrOwnHole
if more people would share your good mood this world would be a better place Stephen!
@prestonm3634
give me wisdom stephen