Lucky
Dale Lyrics


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Up in the mornin' out on the job, work like the devil for my pay
But that lucky old sun has nothin' to do
But roll around heaven all day
Fuss with my woman toil for my kids
Sweat 'til I'm wrinkled and gray
While that lucky old sun has nothin' to do
But roll around heaven all day
Good Lawd above, can't you know I'm pinin'
Tears all in my eyes
Send down that cloud with a silver linin'
Lift me to paradise
Show me that river

Take me across and wash all my troubles away
Like that lucky old sun, give me nothin' to do
But roll around heaven all day

Up in the mornin' out on the job,
Work like the devil for my pay
But that lucky old sun has nothin' to do
But roll around heaven all day
Fuss with my woman toil for my kids
Sweat 'til I'm wrinkled and gray
While that lucky old sun has nothin' to do
But roll around heaven all day

Good Lawd above, can't you know I'm pinin'
Tears all in my eyes
Send down that cloud with a silver linin'
Lift me to paradise
Show me that river

Take me across and wash all my troubles away




Like that lucky old sun, give me nothin' to do
But roll around heaven all day

Overall Meaning

In the song "Lucky" by Dale, the lyrics depict a hardworking individual who is feeling worn out and exhausted from their daily grind. The singer emphasizes their dedication to their job, working tirelessly for their pay and taking care of their responsibilities as a provider for their family. However, they can't help but envy the carefree nature of the sun, which seems to have endless freedom to simply roll around in the heavens.


The repeated line "But that lucky old sun has nothin' to do, but roll around heaven all day" serves as a stark contrast between the singer's demanding and labor-intensive life and the seemingly idyllic existence of the sun. The sun's effortless existence illustrates the singer's desire for a break from their struggles.


The lyrics then express the singer's longing for relief and respite from their burdens. They lament their current state, with tears in their eyes, and plea to a higher power to send them a cloud with a silver lining. The cloud symbolizes a bringer of fortune and happiness, while paradise represents an idealized escape from their troubles. The singer yearns to be taken to a peaceful river, where all their troubles can be washed away and they can experience a sense of rejuvenation and freedom.


The closing repetition of the chorus reinforces the singer's frustration and yearning, emphasizing their desire to have a life as carefree as the sun. The lyrics highlight the stark contrast between the singer's daily struggles and the perceived ease of the sun's existence, encapsulating the longing for a better and more enjoyable life.


Line by Line Meaning

Up in the mornin' out on the job, work like the devil for my pay
I wake up in the morning and go to work, putting in a lot of effort to earn my wages.


But that lucky old sun has nothin' to do But roll around heaven all day
In contrast, the sun doesn't have any responsibilities and simply spends its day rolling around in the sky.


Fuss with my woman toil for my kids Sweat 'til I'm wrinkled and gray
I struggle and work hard to take care of my wife and children, enduring physical exertion until I become old and worn out.


While that lucky old sun has nothin' to do But roll around heaven all day
Despite my efforts, the sun still has no responsibilities, just rolling around in the sky without any worries.


Good Lawd above, can't you know I'm pinin' Tears all in my eyes
Oh God, don't you understand that I'm yearning and feeling sad, with tears streaming down my face?


Send down that cloud with a silver linin' Lift me to paradise
Please send a cloud with a positive aspect and uplift me to a heavenly state, providing me with a sense of bliss.


Show me that river
Reveal to me a comforting and flowing river, symbolizing peace and tranquility.


Take me across and wash all my troubles away
Transport me to the other side of the river and cleanse me of all my worries and problems.


Like that lucky old sun, give me nothin' to do But roll around heaven all day
Similar to the carefree sun, grant me a life where I don't have any obligations or worries, allowing me to enjoy heavenly bliss.




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Beasley Smith, Haven Gillespie

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