Sun is shining
Bob Marley & Lee Perry Lyrics
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Make you want to move your dancing feet
To the rescue, here I am
Want you to know ya, can you understang
When the morning gather the rainbow
Want you to know I'm a rainbow too
To the rescue here I am
Can you, can you, can you understand
Sun is shining, the weather is sweet now
Make you want to move your dancing feet
To the rescue, here I am
Want you to know just if you can
Here I stand, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
Can you understand me, now baby
Do you believe me?
The song "Sun Is Shining" by Bob Marley and Lee Perry is an upbeat and optimistic tune about the power of nature and the positivity it can bring. Marley's lyrics evoke images of bright sunshine and good weather that make one want to move their dancing feet. He invites the listener to join him in basking in the good vibes, saying "to the rescue, here I am, want you to know ya, can you understand."
As the morning gathers the rainbow, Marley compares himself to a rainbow as well, signifying his own radiant energy and personality. He wants the listener to know that he's available to help rescue them from whatever negativity they might be experiencing. The refrain continues to repeat the message of the sun shining and the weather being sweet, with Marley inviting the listener to understand and believe him.
The song captures the message of positivity and hope that is characteristic of Marley's music. It encourages listeners to find joy in the present moment and to seek out happiness and good vibes. At the same time, Marley acknowledges the struggles and hardships that people face, and offers himself as a source of support and inspiration. Ultimately, the song is a celebration of life and the beauty of the natural world, set to a catchy and infectious beat that's impossible not to dance to.
Line by Line Meaning
Sun is shining, the weather is sweet
The sun is shining and the weather is pleasant, creating a joyful mood
Make you want to move your dancing feet
Such a beautiful day makes you want to dance and celebrate
To the rescue, here I am
The singer is present and willing to help
Want you to know ya, can you understang
The singer wants the listener to know and understand
When the morning gather the rainbow
At the start of the day, the beauty of nature is on full display
Want you to know I'm a rainbow too
The singer sees themself as a symbol of beauty and diversity, like a rainbow
Here I stand, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
The singer stands firm in their identity and beliefs
Can you understand me, now baby
The singer is asking if the listener can truly understand them
Lyrics © KOBALT MUSIC PUBLISHING LIMITED,
Written by: BOB MARLEY
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