Sunday Candy
Chance the Rapper Lyrics


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She could say in her voice, in her way that she love me
With her eyes, with her smile, with her belt, with her hands, with her money
I am the thesis of her prayers
Her nieces and her nephews are just pieces of the layers
Only ones she love as much as me is Jesus Christ and Taylor
I got a future so I'm singing for my grandma
You singing too, but your grandma ain't my grandma
Mine's is hand made, pan fried, sun dried
South side, and beat the devil by a landslide
Praying with her hands tied, president of my fan club
Stand tall, something told me I should bring my butt to church

You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy

Come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain Zion, it's gonna rain
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain Zion, it's gonna rain

I come to church for the candy, your peppermints is the truth
I'm pessimistic on Monday if I had tweaked and missed you
You look so good with that hat on, had to match with the shoes
Came and dressed in the satin, I came and sat in your pew
I come to Christmas for dinner, fifty rolls on my plate
Hella holes in my stocking holding your pockets in place
I like my love with a budget, I like my hugs with a scent
You smell like, light, gas, water, electricity rent
You sound like why the gospel choir got so tired
And his praise is daily basis so I gotta try it
You're my dream-catcher, dream team, team captain
Matter fact, I ain't seen you in a minute, lemme take my butt to church

You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain Zion, it's gonna rain
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain Zion, it's gonna rain

You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy

Come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain Zion, it's gonna rain




You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain Zion, it's gonna rain

Overall Meaning

The song "Sunday Candy" by Chance the Rapper is a playful ode to love and church. The verses chronicle different aspects of a relationship, emphasizing the closeness and familiarity of the two partners. The first verse asserts the singer as the primary recipient of their partner's love and attention, alongside Jesus Christ and Taylor (who is presumed to be a person close to the singer's partner). The second verse constructs a humorous and endearing image of a family member, the singer's grandmother, who makes homemade, delicious food. The final verse ties together religious reverence with romantic love, combining the singer's desire to attend church and see their partner. The chorus, repeated throughout the song, emphasizes the singer's longing and anticipation for this romantic connection, conflating it with the sweetness and indulgence of candy.


The chorus features the lyrics "Take it in my body like it's holy," which has been interpreted as a reference to the Catholic sacrament of communion, where believers consume bread and wine as a symbol of the body and blood of Christ. The use of such a religious phrase in a secular context underscores the spiritual and emotional significance that the singer places on their partner and relationship. Moreover, the consistent references to church, including the line "I got a future so I'm singing for my grandma," demonstrate either a genuine religious affiliation or an appreciation for the supportive community and family values that church can provide. Ultimately, "Sunday Candy" celebrates the joy and fulfillment that love and relationships can bring, as well as the various ways that people find companionship and support in their lives.


Line by Line Meaning

She could say in her voice, in her way that she love me
Her love for me is conveyed not only through her words but also through her actions and demeanor


With her eyes, with her smile, with her belt, with her hands, with her money
She shows her love for me in various ways including through nonverbal cues like her eyes and smile, as well as through tangible gifts like her money and material possessions like her belt


I am the thesis of her prayers
I am the central focus of her prayers and the main subject of her hopes and wishes


Her nieces and her nephews are just pieces of the layers
While she loves her nieces and nephews, they are still only one part of her life and love, not the central focus like me


Only ones she love as much as me is Jesus Christ and Taylor
Besides me, the only other beings she loves as intensely are Jesus Christ and her friend Taylor


I got a future so I'm singing for my grandma
I have a bright future ahead of me, and I am performing this song as a tribute to my grandmother


You singing too, but your grandma ain't my grandma
You may be singing as well, but our experiences and relationships with our grandmothers are different and unique


Mine's is hand made, pan fried, sun dried, South side, and beat the devil by a landslide
My grandmother's unique qualities include her cooking style, the location where she lives, and her ability to overcome challenges


Praying with her hands tied, president of my fan club
My grandmother is so devoted to her faith that she prays even when it seems impossible, and she is also my biggest supporter and fan


Stand tall, something told me I should bring my butt to church
I have a feeling that I need to attend church and stand tall in my faith


Come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain Rain down tired, it's gonna rain You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain Rain down tired, it's gonna rain
This repetition emphasizes the urgency and importance of seeking refuge from the coming storm and finding rest and peace in a safe place


I come to church for the candy, your peppermints is the truth
While I may attend church for the social aspects and community connections, I value the truth and depth of my love for this person more than anything else


I'm pessimistic on Monday if I had tweaked and missed you
If I had not been able to see you and experience your love, I would be unhappy and negative


You look so good with that hat on, had to match with the shoes
I am drawn to your impeccable fashion sense, and I want to make sure everything is perfectly coordinated


Came and dressed in the satin, I came and sat in your pew
I made an effort to dress up nicely and to be near you by sitting in the same pew as you


I come to Christmas for dinner, fifty rolls on my plate
I enjoy spending time with you and your family during the holidays, and I am not shy about indulging in the delicious food


Hella holes in my stocking holding your pockets in place
Even though my stockings may have holes, I am still holding onto the treasures and love that come from being in a relationship with you


I like my love with a budget, I like my hugs with a scent
I prefer a relationship that is practical and financially responsible, but where there is still room for expressing affection and intimacy through touch and scent


You smell like, light, gas, water, electricity rent
The way your scent mixes with everyday essential items makes me feel like you are a fundamental part of my life that is impossible to live without


You sound like why the gospel choir got so tired
Your voice is so powerful and inspiring that it would make even a gospel choir exhausted from the intensity of emotion and energy


And his praise is daily basis so I gotta try it
You inspire me to live my life in a way that is constantly praising and appreciating the world around me, instead of taking everything for granted


You're my dream-catcher, dream team, team captain
You are the person who helps me achieve all of my dreams and goals. Together, we make an unstoppable team, with you leading us to victory


Matter fact, I ain't seen you in a minute, lemme take my butt to church
It has been too long since I have seen you, and I need to reconnect with you and my faith by going to church




Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Capitol CMG Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nate Nathan Fox, Nicolas Segal, Peter Wilkins, Chancelor Bennett, Jamila Woods, Greg Jr Landfair, Marvin Winans, Jabari Rayford, Greg Landfair Jr

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@galihcitra127

"Sunday Candy"
(with Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment)

[Chance the Rapper:]
She can say in her voice, in her way that she love me
With her eyes, with her smile, with her belt, with her hands, with her money
I am the thesis of her prayers.
Her nieces and her nephews are just pieces of the layers,
Only ones she love as much as me is Jesus Christ and Taylor.
I got a future so I'm singing for my grandma
You singing too, but your grandma ain't my grandma!
Mines is hand made, pan fried, sun dried
Southside, and beat the devil by a landslide.
Praying with her hands tied, president of my fan club,
Santa, something told me I should bring my butt to church!

[Hook 2x - Jamila Woods:]
You gotta move it slowly,
Take and eat my body like it's holy.
I've been waiting for you for the whole week,
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy.

[Bridge - Jamila Woods:]
Come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain.
Rain down Zion, it's gonna rain.
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down Zion, it's gonna rain.

[Chance the Rapper:]
I come to church for the candy, your peppermints is the truth.
I'm pessimistic on Monday if I had tweaked and missed you.
You look so good with a hat on, had to match with the shoes,
Came and dressed in the satin, I came and sat in your pew.
I come to Christmas for dinner, fifty rolls on my plate
Hella holes in my stocking holding your pockets in place.
I like my love with a budget, I like my hugs with a scent
You smell like, light, gas, water, electricity, rent
You sound like why the gospel choir got so tired
And his praise is daily basis so I gotta try it.
You're my dream catcher, dream team, team captain
Matter fact, I ain't seen you in a minute, lemme take my butt to church!

[Bridge 2x:]
You better come on in this house (come on in this house),
'Cause it's gonna rain (it's gonna rain).
Rain down Zion (rain down), it's gonna rain (it's gonna rain).
You better come on in this house (come on in this house),
'Cause it's gonna rain (it's gonna rain)
Rain down Zion (rain down), it's gonna rain.

[Hook 2x:]
You gotta move it slowly,
Take and eat my body like it's holy.
I've been waiting for you for the whole week,
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday, candy.

Slowly. Take and eat my body like it's holy.
I've been waiting for you for the whole week.
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday, candy.

[Bridge 2x:]
You better come on in this house (come on in this house)
'Cause it's gonna rain (it's gonna rain).
Rain down Zion (rain down), it's gonna rain
You better come on in this house,
'Cause it's gonna rain
Rain down Zion, it's gonna rain.



@myegomem5778

She could say in her voice, in her way that she love me
With her eyes, with her smile, with her belt, with her hands, with her money
I am the thesis of her prayers
Her nieces and her nephews are just pieces of the layers
Only ones she love as much as me is Jesus Christ and Taylor
I got a future so I'm singing for my grandma
You singing too, but your grandma ain't my grandma
Mine's is hand made, pan fried, sun dried
South side, and beat the devil by a landslide
Praying with her hands tied, president of my fan club
Stand tall, something told me I should bring my butt to church
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
Come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down tired, it's gonna rain
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down tired, it's gonna rain
I come to church for the candy, your peppermints is the truth
I'm pessimistic on Monday if I had tweaked and missed you
You look so good with that hat on, had to match with the shoes
Came and dressed in the satin, I came and sat in your pew
I come to Christmas for dinner, fifty rolls on my plate
Hella holes in my stocking holding your pockets in place
I like my love with a budget, I like my hugs with a scent
You smell like, light, gas, water, electricity rent
You sound like why the gospel choir got so tired
And his praise is daily basis so I gotta try it
You're my dream-catcher, dream team, team captain
Matter fact, I ain't seen you in a minute, lemme take my butt to church
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down tired, it's gonna rain
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down tired, it's gonna rain
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
You gotta move it slowly
Take it in my body like it's holy
I've been waiting for you for the whole week
I've been praying for you, you're my Sunday candy
Come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down tired, it's gonna rain
You better come on in this house, 'cause it's gonna rain
Rain down tired, it's gonna rain


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@carsonhorne7302

Lost my grandma to covid January 2021
This song helps me remember how lucky I was to have her. Cherish them while they're here. RIP Gigi

@kxd13flow

Song hit different after you lose granny 💔💔

@kandeniserobertson

I lost my grandma from Covid as well in December 2020 I hope life’s doing you well ❤️

@emmanuellakanu8386

Rip Gigi. Love and light fam

@itsnate6235

R.I.P
I bet she was an amazing grandma

@simeonbeavers2218

this is exactly why Chance is way ahead of the game. who u know making Straight 🔥🔥 with a strong gospel influence...about they GRANDMA

@lindseypurtlebaugh737

this song is about sex 😐

@simeonbeavers2218

what? he clearly says "u singing too, but yo grandma ain't my grandma".

@CameronCampbellbezier

lol have you even listened to the song? how would you get sex out of these lyrics smh

@Anonymous-tl7ql

Simeon Beavers ...starrkeisha choir...

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