You Are My Sunshine
Davis Mitchell Lyrics


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The other night, dear, as I lay sleeping
I dreamed I held you in my arms
But when I awoke, dear, I was mistaken
And I hung my head and I cried

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You make me happy when skies are grey
You'll never know, dear, how much I love you
Please don't take my sunshine away

I'll always love you and make you happy
If you will only say the same
But if you leave me to love another
You'll regret it all some day

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You make me happy when skies are grey
You'll never know, dear, how much I love you
Please don't take my sunshine away

You told me once, dear, you really loved me
And no one else could come between
But now you've left me and love another
You have shattered all my dreams

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You make me happy when skies are grey




You'll never know dear, how much I love you
Please don't take my sunshine away

Overall Meaning

Davis Mitchell's "You Are My Sunshine" is a somber rendition of the classic tune that is performed with elements of country and blues music. The song is a heartfelt and melancholic plea to a loved one not to leave or forsake the singer. Mitchell's vocals are filled with emotions and passion, lending an air of authenticity to the lyrics. The song begins with a dream sequence where the singer holds the person he loves in his arms. However, upon waking, he realizes that it was just a dream, and he is left feeling miserable and alone.


The lyrics to "You Are My Sunshine" seem to be about a lover who is in despair after their partner has left them for someone else. The singer desperately implores his lover not to take away the sunshine that their presence brought into his life. He expresses deep love and devotion to his partner, promising to make them happy if they would only come back to him. The singer recounts how his dream partner promised never to leave him but then went ahead and left, shattering all his hopes and dreams. The song's mood is sad and mournful yet hopeful, reflecting the dichotomy of love, loss, and the human experience.


Line by Line Meaning

The other night, dear, as I lay sleeping
As I was lying in bed, I had a dream.


I dreamed I held you in my arms
In my dream, I was holding you tightly.


But when I awoke, dear, I was mistaken
Sadly, when I opened my eyes, I realized it was only a dream.


And I hung my head and I cried
Feeling disappointed and heartbroken, I shed tears.


You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
You bring joy and happiness to my life.


You make me happy when skies are grey
You brighten up my day and make everything better, even when things aren't going well.


You'll never know, dear, how much I love you
I love you more than words can express.


Please don't take my sunshine away
I'm asking you to never leave me or take away the happiness you bring to my life.


I'll always love you and make you happy
I promise to love you and do everything I can to keep you happy.


If you will only say the same
I hope you feel the same way about me.


But if you leave me to love another
If you decide to be with someone else and leave me behind.


You'll regret it all some day
You'll realize your mistake and regret leaving me behind someday.


You told me once, dear, you really loved me
You once told me that you loved me deeply.


And no one else could come between
You assured me that no one could ever come between us.


But now you've left me and love another
However, now you've abandoned me for someone else.


You have shattered all my dreams
Your departure has destroyed all my hopes and dreams for the future.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Jimmie Davis

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