Sunshine
Dick Wagner & The Frosts Lyrics
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What is time?
Time is when a man is trying to make time with your woman,
but you're doing time behind bars and your time is standing still
Yo Frost, kick it to these people for real you know what I'm saying?
[verse 1 - Frost]
Time, sifts through the hourglass, through night and day
It's like do unto others than split
and if you can't back up what you say then you ain't shit (yeah)
I've seen the manifestations of the street
So I can manifest what I've seen on a drum beat
like just last night (yo what happened)
I watched these two vatos get in a crazy fight
one of them was quick to pull a knife
he stabbed him in the heart and now he's doing life
in prison at the age of 21 (yeah)
living on death row cause he couldn't let go
caught in the web of violence (damn)
roll deep when they creep, and move in silence of the lambs (yo)
a tattooed tear dropped as the iron gates slam
[chorus - Bill Withers & Frost]
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Anytime, hey - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine, Anytime - Bill Withers
[verse 2 - Frost]
Damn, damn ain't that a shame?
you're lost so take the caution don't play the game
should've listen to the Frost when I was trying to come across to you
but no you didn't think (sucker)
you just keep getting yourself more deep until you sink
so there's no one else to thank but yourself
so go ahead take bow for a job well done
but you'll never see the day of the sunshine or the fun times
just the old days and your old ways
corrupt and wicked
out there doing dirt, instead of just kicking it
pow pow bang bang and all that noise (yeah)
yeah you and all your homeboys
take time to read between the lines
cause ain't no sunshine
[chorus]
[verse 3 - Frost]
(yo kid) I know about being macho
Callin the shots the big time head honcho (yeah)
But here's something even more gacho
One of my homeboys is your old lady's Sancho
Yo shit happens
A number lights up on his beeper right as I'm rappin
While you sit in a cell writing a letter
saying when you get out, your things will be better (right)
but man she couldn't wait
so she's going out on a date
with every Tom, Dick, and Harry
and if you ask me, your shit's getting scary
so how you gonna handle this
When your ho's in Los Angeles, acting so scandalous
Yo, you can't blame her you didn't take the time
and now, ain't no sunshine
[chorus]
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
That's for you, '92 you know what I'm saying? - Prince Teddy
Anytime, yeah - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
Ain't no sunshine, Anytime - Bill Withers
Damn - Frost
[interlude - Prince Teddy]
So if you don't want to do no time,
you better take time to try to draw the line you know what I'm saying?
Or you're gonna be the next fool in line doing time,
you know what I'm saying? Like my man said...
[chorus]
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine fool - Prince Teddy
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't nothing happening up there you know what I'm saying? - Prince Teddy
Ain't no sunshine, Anytime - Bill Withers
Yo, me and Frost is out of here, Peace - Prince Teddy
There just ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
(laughing)
The song "Sunshine" by Dick Wagner & The Frost is a reflection on the harsh realities of life, particularly in the streets. The intro sets the tone for the song, with Prince Teddy defining time as something that seems to elude someone's grasp while they watch others move forward with their lives. The first and second verses present a grim view of street violence and the consequences that come with it while addressing the idea of manifesting what one sees or experiences. The chorus, which incorporates Bill Withers' "Ain't No Sunshine," emphasizes the recurring theme of the elusive nature of happiness and hopelessness that pervades these characters' lives. The third verse speaks to the issue of infidelity and relationships gone wrong, with Frost offering some words of warning to anyone who may find themselves in a similar situation. The song ends with an interlude that repeats the chorus and emphasizes the importance of drawing a line between right and wrong to avoid ending up in prison or even worse circumstances.
Overall, the song captures the harsh reality of life in the streets and how, in certain situations, there may just not be any sunshine to be found. The lyrics highlight the importance of making good choices, balancing relationships, and avoiding violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Time, sifts through the hourglass, through night and day
and I watch as the games people play
Time keeps moving no matter what, while people continue to engage in deceitful acts.
It's like do unto others than split
and if you can't back up what you say then you ain't shit (yeah)
People should treat others as they would like to be treated, or else they have no value.
I've seen the manifestations of the street
So I can manifest what I've seen on a drum beat
Having witnessed the harsh realities of street life, one can express it through musical elements.
he stabbed him in the heart and now he's doing life
in prison at the age of 21 (yeah)
living on death row cause he couldn't let go
caught in the web of violence (damn)
A young man is serving a life sentence in prison for killing another man in a violent altercation that could have been avoided.
When your ho's in Los Angeles, acting so scandalous
Yo, you can't blame her you didn't take the time
and now, ain't no sunshine
A woman is cheating on her incarcerated boyfriend because he didn't put in the effort to maintain their relationship, causing him to experience a great deal of heartache.
Ain't no sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't no sunshine - Frost
There is a lack of brightness and positivity in life, both musically and narratively.
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Written by: BILL WITHERS
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@intrepidfox1978
For anyone interested, the lyrics to this fab song are:
Hey there, Sunshine, who is your lover today?
Watch out, Sunshine, don't let him stand in your way.
Drag him down until he's just your size.
Hey there, Sunshine, go to the head of the class.
But watch out, Sunshine, don't let him see through your mask.
If he does it will be just like old times.
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Hey there, Sunshine, someone is looking for you.
Watch out, Sunshine, he wants to do it to you.
He wants to take the Sunshine from your eyes.
Sunshine!
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Hey there, Sunshine, someone is looking for you.
Watch out, Sunshine, he wants to do it to you.
He wants to take the Sunshine from your eyes.
Sunshine! Sunshine! Sunshine! Sunshine!
@markfarner1331
The Maestro... Richard Wagner... my brother in life and in death. Love will never die... Long live Dick Wagner!!!!
@peterdesander9494
Mark Farner I love Dick Wagner & Mark Farner. May God bless you and keep us all safe! Peace!
@DarrelllCampbelll
I would love to sit around a camp fire and listen to you tell some stories of back then. You guys really was a part of making rock what it is today.
@timbrady6473
Queens of the Stone Age.
@neilwiger
Dick Wagner will always be one of the greatest singers, songwriters and lead guitarists of all time. R.I.P to Mr. Dick Wagner The Maestro of Rock Music.\m/
@hmackie6823
I listened to music day and night don't recall this song
@jimiplayscobo5877
The Frost played my High school in Windsor Ontario 1970 or 71:))
@intrepidfox1978
For anyone interested, the lyrics to this fab song are:
Hey there, Sunshine, who is your lover today?
Watch out, Sunshine, don't let him stand in your way.
Drag him down until he's just your size.
Hey there, Sunshine, go to the head of the class.
But watch out, Sunshine, don't let him see through your mask.
If he does it will be just like old times.
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Hey there, Sunshine, someone is looking for you.
Watch out, Sunshine, he wants to do it to you.
He wants to take the Sunshine from your eyes.
Sunshine!
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Don't get hung on Sunshine!
Hey there, Sunshine, someone is looking for you.
Watch out, Sunshine, he wants to do it to you.
He wants to take the Sunshine from your eyes.
Sunshine! Sunshine! Sunshine! Sunshine!
@kenderen3736
Loved this band when they first came out and still do. So cool.
@danneeson7056
The garage/psych rabbit hole is deep and seems to go on forever. Never heard this one that i can remember. Maybe i have it on a comp somewhere. Fantastic tune.