I can see clearly Now
Cole Holly Lyrics
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the rain is gone.
I can see all obsticles in my way.
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind.
Its gonna be a bright
Its gonna be bright sunshiny day.
I think I can make it now,
All if my bad feelings have disappeared.
There is the rainbow I've been praying for.
Its gonna be a bright
Its gonna be bright sunshiny day.
Look all around
Nothing but blue sky.
Look straight ahead
Nothing but blue sky.
Look all around
Nothing but blue sky.
Just look straight ahead
Nothing but blue sky.
I can see clearly now
The rain is gone.
I can see all obsticles in my way.
Gone is the dark cloud that had me blind.
Its gonna be a bright
Gonna be bright sunshiny day.
Gonna be a bright, gonna be bright,
Gonna be bright sunshiny day.
Cole Holly’s song “I Can See Clearly Now” is a joyful song about overcoming obstacles and seeing things clearly after a period of hardship. The lyrics capture the idea of renewal and optimism after a difficult time. The lines “I can see all obstacles in my way” and “Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind” suggest that the singer has gained a new perspective and is now able to navigate challenges more easily. The repetition of “It’s gonna be a bright, bright sunshiny day” reinforces this hopeful message.
The essence of the lyrics is that the rain is gone and the sun is shining bright. The singer is rejoicing in newfound clarity after a period of obstacles and challenges. The “bad feelings” are gone; something positive that they had been praying for has now been granted. As the song concludes, the singer exclaims that all around them there is nothing but blue sky and nothing but a sunny outlook straight ahead. These lines suggest a sense of liberation and possibility, as though everything is now within reach.
Line by Line Meaning
I can see clearly now,
Now that the rain is gone, everything is much clearer to me.
the rain is gone.
The hardships I experienced have dissipated, and I can finally see clearly.
I can see all obstacles in my way.
I am now able to identify and tackle all of the hurdles that may be impeding my progress.
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind.
The negative thoughts and emotions which were clouding my mind have disappeared, and I can now view things in a more positive light.
Its gonna be a bright
The future looks promising, and there are many positive things in store for me.
Its gonna be bright sunshiny day.
I can anticipate sunny and cheerful days ahead, filled with hope and confidence.
I think I can make it now,
I believe in myself and my abilities, and I am confident that I will be able to overcome all challenges.
The pain is gone.
The discomfort and negative emotions that I had been experiencing have now subsided, and I feel relieved.
All of my bad feelings have disappeared.
Any negative thoughts or worries that I previously had have vanished, and I can now focus on positivity.
There is the rainbow I've been praying for.
I have finally received the joy or success that I had been hoping and praying for, and I am grateful for it.
Look all around
I want to take in my surroundings and appreciate the beauty of the world.
Nothing but blue sky.
I notice only a clear and serene sky, unmarred by any negative thoughts or emotions.
Look straight ahead
I am looking only towards the future, with hope and excitement.
Just look straight ahead
I only focus on the present and the future, not dwelling too much on the past.
Gonna be a bright, gonna be bright,
The optimistic future that I envision is bright and promising, and I am excited for it.
Gonna be bright sunshiny day.
Positive things are in store for me, and I am confident that the future will be filled with happiness, light, and warmth.
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0:06 0:06 0:06 0:06 0:06
I can see clearly now the rain is gone
アイｸンシークリーリナゥ レｨーニズゴー
雨が止んだ今 視界は良好さ
I can see all obstacles in my way
アイキャンシーオーラブスﾄｩクォーｽ インマィウェー
俺に立ちはだかるものが全部見える
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
ゴナズダーｱｰクラーゥズ ヘーミーブラーﾝィﾄﾞ
空を遮っていた雲が流れていった
0:37 0:37 0:37 0:37 0:37
It’s gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
ｲﾂゴナビブラーアーィ ｽゴナビブラアァーィ サンシャーニデー
眩しいくらい 明るい1日になる
It’s gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
眩しいくらい 明るい1日になるぞ
[Chorus]
0:50 0:50 0:50 0:50 0:50 0:50
I can make it now the pain is gone
アイシンカーｸﾝメーキナゥ ペィﾆｽﾞゴｵｫｳ
痛みは取れた 今なら俺はやれるさ
1:02 1:02 1:02 1:02 1:02 1:02
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
オルバィベーｯ フィーリンｸﾞセー ﾃﾞｨｽﾋﾟｱｰ
恐怖や不安も全部消え去ったんだよ
Here is that rainbow I’ve been praying for
ベリズレィンボゥ ｱｲﾋﾞｨﾝプレｨフォー
待ちに待った念願の虹が出てる
It’s gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
ｲﾂゴナビブラーアーィ ｲﾂゴナビブラアァーィ サンシャーｨニデー
眩しいくらい 明るい1日になるぞ
[Bridge]
1:34 1:34 1:34 1:34 1:34
Look all around, there’s nothing but blue skies
ルッコーラァーン ナッﾌｨンガブルースカァーイ
周りを見ろよ 青い空以外何もない
1:45 1:45 1:45 1:45 1:45 1:45
Look straight ahead, there’s nothing but blue skies
ﾙｯｸｽトレｨヘー ナッフィンガブルー ｩスカァーイ
目の前を見てみろ 広がるのは青空だけさ
2:40 2:40 2:40 2:40 2:40 2:40
Look all around, there’s nothing but blue skies
ルッコーラァーン ナッﾌｨンガブルースカァーイ
周りを見ろよ 青い空以外何もない
Look straight ahead, there’s nothing but blue skies
ﾙｯｸｽトレｨヘー ナッﾌｨンガブルーｩ スカァーイ
目の前を見てみろ 広がるのは青空だけさ
3:02 3:02 3:02 3:02 3:02 3:02
I can see clearly now the rain is gone
アイキャンシークリーリナゥ レｨーニズゴー
雨が止んだ今 視界は良好さ
I can see all obstacles in my way
アイキャンシーオーラブスﾄｩクォーｽ インマィウェー
俺に立ちはだかるものが全部見える
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
ゴナズダーｱｰクラーゥズ ヘーミーブラーﾝィﾄﾞ
空を遮っていた雲が流れていった
It’s gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
ｲﾂゴナビブラーアーィ ｽゴナビブラアァーィ サンシャーニデー
眩しいくらい 明るい1日になる
It’s gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
眩しいくらい 明るい1日になるぞ
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@robertcaruso971
This is a fantastic arrangement and performance. Wow, great vocals, great keyboard riff, great rhythm, great bass. Hints to gospel - very uplifting and hopeful. I heard this when first released in 1993 (have the CD in a safe place) and even now (27 years later) still gives me goose bumps.
@jean-guycarvalho2235
Same here!
@kcgilford518
Loved this version for decades. She owns this classic song. Still gives me chills.
@edcliffe2988
Best version.... by so far and away, of this song. I always found the original to be kind of sappy. This is so powerful in its beauty and perfection.
@ttestates1
I alway tear up and get chills when Holly comes back after the piano solo,. Even after 20 years!!!!
@sherrykbasile369
Since its release, this has been my MOST favorite version of "I can see clearly now". Thank you Holly Cole Trio!!! 😊💕
@kimberleyliesch6134
This song can take me out of the worst mood and put a smile on my face.
@robbpowell194
I owned the CD. I wore it out. This is the finest of all versions of this song....
@tiffanyfriesen6536
I totally agree!
@DavidHalChester
Agree!