Forest Sun (born Forest Sun Schumacher, in Glens Falls, New York, on August… Read Full Bio ↴Forest Sun (born Forest Sun Schumacher, in Glens Falls, New York, on August 6, 1973) is an American singer-songwriter based in San Francisco.

Forest Sun has regaled audiences around the globe with his wealth of songs and stories, all sung and told with back porch ease and bonhomie. Sun's music has been compared to everyone from Jack Johnson and John Mayer to Van Morrison and Bob Dylan but his unique style is entirely his own.

He's opened for Bonnie Raitt, The Beach Boys, Steve Earle, Lyle Lovett, Jackson Browne, Keb Mo and Brett Dennen among others and collaborations on his many records include the likes of such musical luminaries as Jolie Holland, Sean Hayes, ALO, Hot Buttered Rum to name a few.

In 2007 he was awarded 1st place in the Pacific Song Writing Competition with Drops in the Ocean, and in 2009 his song Gurus and Rockstars from the album Harlequin Goodnight was nominated for best song in the Just Plain Folks Awards.
His music provided soundtracks for Land of Saints, A Common Thread, and 5th Symphony Document.

Forest Sun has been featured on KFOG Local Scene Vol. 1 and 3 and the Japanese compilations Surf Time vol. 1 and 2.

As well as producing his own records, (Not Afraid, Plenty, For the Story, Walk through Walls, So Nice, Harlequin Goodnight and the 2010 release of the children's record, Just for Fun) Forest Sun has produced Minneapolis song-writer Alex Goldfarb, the benefit CDs Songs for Laura Vol 1 and 2 and hosted the monthly Songbird Series at the Bazaar Cafe and Songbird Radio on KWMR.
Acoustically, he tours with Ingrid Serban singing harmonies and the full band includes David Phillips on lap steel, Steve Adams from ALO on bass and Michael Messer on drums.

It's one of those album closers that's enough to make you play the whole thing through again. 'Harlequin Goodnight' is altogether a quiet joy in a raucous world.
John Davy - No Depression

"Forest Sun is now my favorite new singer-songwriter... his songs are jaunty, timeless and spirit raising, even life-affirming." Mac McDonald, Monterey Herarld

“... alt country, folk-rock jams, creating a hodgepodge of comparisons that ranged from Jack Johnson to Ryan Adams to David Gray. ...even into Bob Dylan territory ... a daunting place to tread, but pulled off with the grace of a musical veteran”
Jessica Small, Santa Barbara Independent

"... a toe tapping adventure" Matt Kramer, Pacific Sun

"Music for for bright sunny days and warm nights. For getting it on and having a ball, for dancing naked in your kitchen." CD Baby

Trampoline
Forest Sun Lyrics

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It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline
It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline

Have you ever seen the stars at night
Bouncing on a trampoline?
Have you ever heard your heart beat wild

Bouncing on a trampoline?

Have you ever felt two souls collide
Bouncing on a trampoline?
Have you ever left your worries behind
Bouncing on a trampoline?

I'm so grateful for this life
I'm so grateful for this night
I'm so grateful for this love
I'm so grateful for this time

I'm so grateful for this breath
That little star and all the rest
I'm so grateful for these dreams
Thank God for trampolines

Thank God for trampolines

It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline
It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline

It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline
It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline

It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline

It's impossible not to smile
When you're bouncing on a trampoline

Overall Meaning

The song "Trampoline" by Forest Sun is a joyful celebration of life, love, and the simple pleasures that bring us happiness. The lyrics capture the feeling of bouncing on a trampoline and the sense of freedom and joy that comes with it. The opening lines state that "It's impossible not to smile when you're bouncing on a trampoline," emphasizing the pure delight of the experience.

The song takes on a more sentimental tone as it progresses, with the lines "Have you ever felt two souls collide / Bouncing on a trampoline?" suggesting the possibility of a meaningful connection and shared experience between two people. The lyrics also express gratitude for life and the little things that make it worth living, including the stars at night, the beating of one's heart, and the freedom to dream. Ultimately, the song suggests that bouncing on a trampoline can be a reminder to appreciate life's simple pleasures and find joy in the present moment.

Line by Line Meaning

It's impossible not to smile
One cannot resist showing happiness

When you're bouncing on a trampoline
When jumping on a trampoline

Have you ever seen the stars at night
Have you ever witnessed the beauty of the night sky

Bouncing on a trampoline?
While jumping on a trampoline?

Have you ever heard your heart beat wild
Have you ever experienced intense emotions

Bouncing on a trampoline?
While jumping on a trampoline?

Have you ever felt two souls collide
Have you ever experienced a special connection with someone

Bouncing on a trampoline?
While jumping on a trampoline?

Have you ever left your worries behind
Have you ever escaped from problems and anxiety

Bouncing on a trampoline?
While jumping on a trampoline?

I'm so grateful for this life
I am appreciative of the opportunity to live