The Sun is Shining
Elmore James / John Brim Lyrics
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The sun is shining, although it's raining in my heart,
You know I love you baby, ah,
But the best of friend must part.
My baby left me this morning, ah,
And didn't even, ah, say goodbye,
My baby left me this morning,
She said she wasn't gonna leave me, ah,
But she told poor me a lie.
I had a dream, I had a dream one rainy night, ah,
Ah, I had a dream, I had a dream one rainy night, ah,
Went out, when I found my baby, ah,
She told me, "Daddy everything was alright."
In Elmore James's song "The Sun Is Shining," the main theme revolves around the dichotomy of emotions that the singer is going through. The chorus sets the scene with a simple yet very powerful image: "The sun is shining, although it's raining in my heart." This line is indicative of the way he feels about his relationship with his love interest. Although things seem to be going wrong between them and he's heartbroken, he still loves her deeply. However, the stark contrast of the joyous sunshine and dreary rain symbolizes the disconnect between the singer's emotions and his external surroundings. In the second half of the chorus, he acknowledges that sometimes even the best of friends must part, hinting that he thinks his relationship with his lover is coming to an end.
In the following verses, he goes on to reveal that his partner has left him without any warning or explanation, and this has made him feel even worse. He talks about how much he loved her and even had a dream about her. However, despite his dream, he knows that it's time to let her go. The song's lyrics suggest that his relationship has ended, and he has no choice but to accept it and move on.
In summary, "The Sun Is Shining" is a song about heartbreak, loss, and acceptance. It is a powerful reminder that sometimes we can't control what happens in life, but we can control how we deal with it. The song teaches us that even during the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of hope shining somewhere, even if it's not in our hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
The sun is shining, although it's raining in my heart,
Even though there is darkness inside, the outside world remains beautiful with the sun shining.
You know I love you baby, ah,
Confessing love for someone dear.
But the best of friend must part.
Even though it is hard, sometimes even the closest of friends have to go their separate ways.
My baby left me this morning, ah,
The heartbreak of being left behind by someone who was once so important to you.
And didn't even, ah, say goodbye,
The pain of not getting the closure of a goodbye.
No, she didn't even, ah, she didn't even say goodbye, ah
Reiterating the hurt and disappointment of not being given a proper goodbye.
She said she wasn't gonna leave me, ah,
Being blindsided by the unexpected departure of a loved one despite promises of staying.
But she told poor me a lie.
Realizing the harsh reality that a loved one may have lied about their intentions.
I had a dream, I had a dream one rainy night, ah,
Recalling a dream that brought hope and fleeting comfort amidst the heartache.
Went out, when I found my baby, ah,
Embarking on a search for the one who has been missed so much.
She told me, "Daddy everything was alright."
Finally being reunited and reassured that everything is okay, even if just for a moment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ELMORE JAMES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@HannesWillems
Geweldig album Ab. Ben ik ook van jou gewend. Waar zijn de Rory Gallagher albums....😉
@abborburgh
Die zijn geblokkeerd (helaas)!
@abborburgh
Maar via rorygallagher.com kun je die alemaal beluisteren.
@abborburgh
Hallo, ondertussen enkele bootlegs geplaatst ...