Walking on Sunshine
Dolly Parton Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

I used to think maybe you loved me now baby I'm sure
And I just can't wait till the day when you knock on my door
Now every time I go for the mailbox, gotta hold myself down
'Cause I just can't wait 'til you write me you're coming around

I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)

And don't it feel good

Hey, alright now
And don't it feel good, hey

I used to think maybe you loved me, now I know that it's true
And I don't want to spend my whole life, just waiting for you
Now I don't want you back for the weekend
Not back for a day, no no no
I said baby I just want you back
And I want you to stay (Oh yeah now!)

I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
And don't it feel good

Hey, alright now
And don't it feel good (Yeah!)
And don't it feel good

Walking on sunshine
Walking on sunshine

I feel the love, I feel the love, I feel the love that's really real
I feel the love, I feel the love, I feel the love that's really real

I'm on sunshine baby (Ow! Oh yeah!)
I'm on sunshine baby (Ow!)

I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!)
And don't it feel good (Hey! Alright now!)
And don't it feel good (I'll say it I'll say it I'll say it again now)
And don't it feel good (Hey yeah now!)
And don't it feel good (Don't it, don't it, don't it, don't it, don't it, don't it)
Feel good
And don't it feel good
And don't it feel good
And don't it feel good

And don't it feel good
Now don't it feel good

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dolly Parton's "Walking on Sunshine" are about the feeling of being elated and joyful after finally finding love with someone who was once uncertain about their feelings. The lyrics begin with the singer expressing doubt regarding their partner's love, but now she is sure of their affection. Every time she checks the mailbox, she holds herself down with excitement because she cannot wait until he arrives. The chorus affirms the feeling of elation: "I'm walking on sunshine, and don't it feel good."

The singer finally knows that her partner loves her, and she doesn't want to wait any longer for him to commit to their relationship. She doesn't want him to come back just for a weekend or a day. She wants him back for good, and she is elated with this new feeling of love.

Overall, the song is about celebrating this new love feeling and being excited about the future together. The chorus is a catchy and energetic listener that resonates with a lot of people due to its upbeat and positive tone. The song is a true classic that has become synonymous with good vibes and happiness.

Line by Line Meaning

I used to think maybe you loved me now baby I'm sure
I used to have doubts about your love, but now I'm confident that you do.

And I just can't wait till the day when you knock on my door
I eagerly anticipate the day when you come to visit me.

Now every time I go for the mailbox, gotta hold myself down
Whenever I check the mailbox, I have to control my excitement for your letter.

'Cause I just can't wait 'til you write me you're coming around
I am so eager for your arrival that I can't wait to hear from you about it.

I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!) I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!) I'm walking on sunshine (Wow!) And don't it feel good
I am ecstatic about my newfound confidence in your love, so much so that it feels like I'm walking on sunshine!

Hey, alright now And don't it feel good, hey
I am enjoying this wonderful feeling, and it's making me feel great!

Now I don't want you back for the weekend Not back for a day, no no no I said baby I just want you back And I want you to stay (Oh yeah now!)
I don't want you to just visit for a short while; I want you to come back and stay with me.

I feel the love, I feel the love, I feel the love that's really real
I am feeling so much love right now and I know it's genuine.

I'm on sunshine baby (Ow! Oh yeah!) I'm on sunshine baby (Ow!)
I feel so happy and positive that it's like I'm basking in the sun's rays.

And don't it feel good (Hey! Alright now!) And don't it feel good (I'll say it I'll say it I'll say it again now) And don't it feel good (Hey yeah now!) And don't it feel good (Don't it, don't it, don't it, don't it, don't it, don't it) Feel good And don't it feel good And don't it feel good And don't it feel good And don't it feel good Now don't it feel good
This feeling of love and confidence is truly amazing and I can't help but express it repeatedly.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Kimberley Rew

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

TRACKS