Under the Sun
Garrison Ulrich Lyrics
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Look away then shield your eyes
The future's lookin' bright
It takes away your sight, yeah
Lay in the sunlight, just sit back, just sit back
Follow your mind or follow your heart
Your energy will drain
It's more than just a game, yeah
Forget the sunset, just relax, just relax
Whoa...
Roll through the grass
Run with the wind
Wake up and greet yourself with a grin
Dry up the rain
Count up the days
Wish all your thoughts and troubles away
Bathe in the light
'Cause summer's begun
That's what it feels like under the sun
(under the sun)
Whoa...
(under the sun)
That's what it feels like under the sun
(v2)
Stay indoors or come outside
Either way, just make up your mind
It's getting pretty late
There's still some time to play, yeah
Time waits for no one, don't you know, don't you know?
Hope the best, prepare for the worst
Listen a while or eat your words
You think you're pretty tough
It sounds simple enough, yeah
When it's all over, come on home, come on home
Whoa...
Roll through the grass
Run with the wind
Wake up and greet yourself with a grin
Dry up the rain
Count up the days
Wish all your thoughts and troubles away
Bathe in the light
'Cause summer's begun
That's what it feels like under the sun
(under the sun)
Whoa...
(under the sun)
That's what it feels like under the sun
Roll through the grass
Run with the wind
Wake up and greet yourself with a grin
Dry up the rain
Count up the days
Wish all your thoughts and troubles away
Bathe in the light
'Cause summer's begun
That's what it feels like under the sun
(under the sun)
Whoa...
(under the sun)
That's what it feels like under the sun
(under the sun)
In "Under the Sun," Garrison Ulrich paints a picture of a carefree summer day, encouraging listeners to embrace the warmth and light that is so often associated with the season. The song begins with a description of a blue sky, urging the listener to take in the beauty of the world around them, but also to be careful to shield their eyes from the brightness. This juxtaposition of light and dark sets the tone for the rest of the song, as Ulrich explores the ups and downs of life, encouraging listeners to stay optimistic and enjoy the moment.
Throughout the song, Ulrich presents a series of choices that the listener must make: whether to stay inside or come outside, whether to follow the mind or the heart, and whether to listen to others or stick to their own beliefs. He acknowledges that life can be difficult and draining, but encourages listeners to find joy in the small things, like running through the grass or greeting the day with a smile. In the end, he reminds us that time waits for no one, and that we should make the most of the time we have.
Overall, "Under the Sun" is a celebration of life and all its complexities. It encourages listeners to embrace the good and the bad, to take risks, and to find beauty in the world around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at the blue that covers the sky
Observe the blue color that covers the sky
Look away then shield your eyes
Look away from the bright sky and protect your eyes from the sun's glare
The future's lookin' bright
The future seems positive
It takes away your sight, yeah
However, looking at the bright sky can hurt your vision
Lay in the sunlight, just sit back, just sit back
Relax and bask in the sunlight
Follow your mind or follow your heart
Choose to make decisions based on logic or emotions
Follow the leader out of the dark
Follow someone who can lead you out of darkness or tough situation
Your energy will drain
However, following someone else can be exhausting
It's more than just a game, yeah
There's more at stake than just a game
Forget the sunset, just relax, just relax
Don't worry about the day ending, just chill and unwind
Roll through the grass
Roll around in the grass
Run with the wind
Run freely with the wind
Wake up and greet yourself with a grin
Start your day with a smile and positivity
Dry up the rain
Leave behind negativity or tough emotions
Count up the days
Keep track of time and appreciate each day you have
Wish all your thoughts and troubles away
Wish to be free from negative thoughts or issues that bother you
Bathe in the light
Enjoy the sunlight and its positive energy
'Cause summer's begun
Summer season has started
That's what it feels like under the sun
Enjoying the sunlight makes you feel alive
Stay indoors or come outside
Choose to stay inside or go outside
Either way, just make up your mind
Regardless of your decision, decide on something
It's getting pretty late
Time is running out
There's still some time to play, yeah
Still, there's time for enjoyment
Time waits for no one, don't you know, don't you know?
Time does not wait for anyone, it moves on quickly
Hope the best, prepare for the worst
Hope for the best outcome but also prepare for the worst
Listen a while or eat your words
Listen carefully before speaking, or you'll regret what you say
You think you're pretty tough
You may overestimate your abilities
It sounds simple enough, yeah
Things may appear easy but prove to be difficult in reality
When it's all over, come on home, come on home
After everything is done, return home
Roll through the grass
Roll around in the grass
Run with the wind
Run with the wind in your face
Wake up and greet yourself with a grin
Start and end your day with positivity
Dry up the rain
Leave behind bad things
Count up the days
Track time and be grateful for every day
Wish all your thoughts and troubles away
Hope to eliminate negative thoughts or problems
Bathe in the light
Bask in the sunlight's positivity
'Cause summer's begun
Summer has arrived
That's what it feels like under the sun
Feeling lively under the sunshine
Contributed by Jackson K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.