Wake Up Sunshine
Chicago Lyrics


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Wake up sunshine
Open up your sleepy eyes for me
Can't have you hidin'
I've been waiting all the night
People waiting for the light
Sunshine, sunshine
Wake up sunshine
Let me feel your warm sunlight on me
Can't have you hidin'
Night was long and night was cold
But today we're one day older
Sunshine, you make my life sunshine
You know I'm talkin' to you
I know you're knowin' it too
So just stop hidin' your face
Just open your eyes
Just smile your smile
I'm talkin' to you
Wake up sunshine
Ooh it's good to have you here with me
Can't have you hidin'
Can't imagine what I'd do
But feel too lonely without you
Sunshine, sunshine




You got to wake up girl
And face the day ahead

Overall Meaning

The song "Wake Up Sunshine" by Chicago is a cheerful and optimistic tune that invites a loved one to wake up and face the day ahead. Throughout the song, the singer urges the listener to open their eyes and embrace the warm sunlight; the night might have been long and cold, but it's time to start a new day. The lyrics express a sense of enthusiasm towards life, with the sunshine being used as a metaphor for hope and happiness. The singer also acknowledges the importance of the person they are singing to, stating that they cannot imagine life without them.


The phrase "Wake up sunshine" is used throughout the song to signify a new beginning, a fresh start that requires positivity and energy. The lyrics also highlight the sense of patience needed to wait for the arrival of a new day, while simultaneously reminding us that we are one day older, and therefore we have more opportunities to fulfill our dreams. The song ends with an upbeat and hopeful message telling the listener that they need to face the day with a positive attitude and embrace the sunshine that life offers.


Line by Line Meaning

Wake up sunshine
Let the dawn of a new day break in and start anew


Open up your sleepy eyes for me
Become alert and be present in the present moment


Can't have you hidin'
Don't withdraw yourself or hide your true self from the world


I've been waiting all the night
I have been eagerly waiting for the sunrise and a new day to arrive


People waiting for the light
Every person is waiting for the rays of the sun to shine upon the world and lighten up their lives


Sunshine, sunshine
Sunshine symbolizes hope, happiness, and positivity


Wake up sunshine
Embrace the warmth of the new day and don't let life pass by


Let me feel your warm sunlight on me
I am seeking your love and affection to energize me like a ray of the sun energizes the world


Night was long and night was cold
The darkness and loneliness of the night prolonged without an end


But today we're one day older
Time passes and each day brings a new chance to live and grow


Sunshine, you make my life sunshine
Your presence in my life brings light and joy, just like sunshine illuminates the world


You know I'm talkin' to you
This message is specific to you, and only you


I know you're knowin' it too
I am sure that you understand the intent and the meaning behind my words


So just stop hidin' your face
Don't shy away or hide from the world, show your true self


Just open your eyes
Be more attentive, alert, and grow wiser


Just smile your smile
Be confident and happy, show your joyous emotions


I'm talkin' to you
This message is for you, to inspire and motivate you


Ooh it's good to have you here with me
I am grateful and happy to have you in my life


Can't imagine what I'd do
Without you, life would be dull, and I cannot imagine a world without your presence


But feel too lonely without you
You fill a void in my life, and your absence makes me feel lonely


You got to wake up girl
You need to rise, face the world and embrace a new day


And face the day ahead
Accept the challenges, experience the opportunities and live in the moment




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBERT LAMM

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SAMAKUS

This shall play at my funeral.
Wake up sunshine.

Nick F

Wow.

Nediak

Wake up sunshine playing as an audio clip is playing of me shouting “let me out! This isn’t funny!” Is playing

PEESQUAD YSBKWG

wakes up

Kaeden Ngai-Natsuhara

Must admit did not expect this at the credits

OctoInklin

@Shredaoki if that’s your opinion, alright

Shredaoki

booo watch dogs blows

O homem que pensa

is the most popular song on the game's radio

Dr Strangelove

@Turtle Person it does take a darkly ironic meaning when you realize that Aiden’s Sunshine (Lena) is never waking up.

Bean

@Turtle Person same

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