Barlow is one of Britain's most successful songwriters, having written fourteen Number 1 singles and twenty four top 10 hits. He has had three Number 1 singles, six top 10 singles and two Number 1 albums as a solo artist, and has had seventeen top 5 hits, twelve Number 1 singles and seven Number 1 albums with Take That. He is also a six-time recipient of the Ivor Novello Award and has sold over 50 million records worldwide. He was appointed an OBE in 2012 for services to music and charity.
Barlow's solo career was predicted to be very successful, being described as 'the next George Michael'. His first two solo singles "Forever Love" (released July 1996) and "Love Won't Wait" (composed by Madonna and Shep Pettibone) both leapt to the number one spot in his home country. "Forever Love" was also used as the soundtrack to the film The Leading Man. His debut album "Open Road" reached number 1 in the UK Albums Chart and went on to sell 2 million copies worldwide. Barlow's first single to be released in the United States as a solo artist was "So Help Me Girl", which reached number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and number 1 on the US Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. He then achieved another top ten hit in the UK with "Open Road" peaking at number 7 and number 8 in the Netherlands with "Are You Ready Now".
After the success of his first solo album he released his second LP "Twelve Months, Eleven Days" in 1999. Barlow released "Stronger" as the lead single preceding the album. However, due to an expected backlash against Barlow, it received minimal support and airplay and only peaked at number 16. The second single "For All That You Want" again was subjected to minimal radio play and peaked at number 24, however it peaked just outside the top 5 in Finland. "Twelve Months, Eleven Days" was released soon after the first single to little promotion and peaked at a disappointing number 35, which led to Sony recalling Barlow's 'greatest' song according to critics, the scheduled third single from his second album "Lie to Me". This resulted in both Barlow and BMG parting company. To date Barlow has sold 5 million records worldwide as a solo artist.
On September 2013, Barlow announced via his Twitter account that he would be releasing his first full-length solo album in 14 years, on 25 November 2013. Barlow encouraged his followers and fans to tweet #GBSOLO to reveal the album artwork and title, with their profile pictures being used to create a collage of the album cover. On 4 October 2013, Barlow revealed his new album would be called "Since I Saw You Last", and would be preceded by his first single from the LP, titled "Let Me Go", released worldwide on 17 November 2013. He also announced that he would be touring the album in April 2014, playing some of the biggest arenas in the UK.
You Make The Sun Shine
Gary Barlow Lyrics
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Right there after midnight
Just the faintest glow, I always know
You're somewhere out there in the dark sky
You make my day bright
Standing in your spotlight
No, I never planned these empty hands
Forever you will be on my mind
'Cause where you are
I know the sun is shining every day
And when I'm lost and need a guide
You'll show me the way
I hope you're safe there in the unknown
I hope you're closer than I'll ever know
You make the sun shine when
You smile so bright
Now the sun can shine for
Every day of my life
You make the sun shine as you open your eyes
Everything's ablaze, clears the morning haze
Making way for blue skies
And from nowhere you appear and
Go and save the day
But 'cause I can't hold your hand
You know I have to say
If you're scared there in the unknown
Just put your head upon my pillow
You make the sun shine when
You smile so bright
Now the sun can shine for
Every day of my life
Ooh yeah oh
Oh, 'cause where you are is only
Ever just a blink away
And when I come to visit it
Will be the best holiday
So if it's raining I can shelter you
Something I've always wanted to do
You make the sun shine when
You smile so bright
Now the sun can shine for every day
Can shine for every day of my life
In the song "You Make The Sun Shine" by Gary Barlow, the lyrics express a deep admiration and love for someone who brings brightness and joy to the singer's life. The opening lines, "You make the sun shine, Right there after midnight, Just the faintest glow, I always know, You're somewhere out there in the dark sky," symbolize the impact this person has, even in the darkest times. The mention of the sun signifies hope and positivity, and their presence brings a sense of comfort and assurance.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that this person's mere existence brings sunlight to the singer's life. "Cause where you are, I know the sun is shining every day, And when I'm lost and need a guide, You'll show me the way," suggests that their presence provides guidance and direction in times of uncertainty. The lyrics also convey the longing for their safety and well-being, as the singer hopes they are safe in the unknown. This further highlights the importance and significance of this person in the singer's life.
The second verse continues to emphasize the person's impact, stating, "You make the sun shine as you open your eyes, Everything's ablaze, clears the morning haze, Making way for blue skies." This portrays the transformative power this person has, as their presence brings clarity and brightness to the singer's world. The lyrics also mention the limitations in their relationship, with the phrase, "But 'cause I can't hold your hand, You know I have to say." This suggests a physical separation or distance between the two, making their bond even more cherished and treasured.
The bridge of the song expresses the singer's desire to be close to this person and offers their support. "Ooh yeah oh, Oh, 'cause where you are is only ever just a blink away, And when I come to visit it, Will be the best holiday," reveals the longing and anticipation to be reunited. The lyrics also convey the singer's willingness to protect and support this person, as they say, "So if it's raining, I can shelter you, Something I've always wanted to do."
In conclusion, "You Make The Sun Shine" by Gary Barlow is a heartfelt tribute to someone who brings immense joy and positivity to the singer's life. The lyrics beautifully capture the impact they have, symbolized by the sun shining and clearing away darkness and uncertainty. It conveys the longing and admiration felt for this person, despite any physical distance or limitations in their relationship. The song ultimately expresses a deep love and appreciation for the light that this person brings, making every day brighter and more hopeful.
Line by Line Meaning
You make the sun shine
You bring joy and happiness into my life
Right there after midnight
Even in the darkest times, you bring light
Just the faintest glow, I always know
Even when I can't see it clearly, I can always feel your presence
You're somewhere out there in the dark sky
You may be far away, but you're always with me in spirit
You make my day bright
You make my days full of happiness and positivity
Standing in your spotlight
You deserve all the attention and admiration
No, I never planned these empty hands
I never expected to be without you
Forever you will be on my mind
You will always hold a special place in my thoughts
'Cause where you are
Because wherever you are
I know the sun is shining every day
I know that you bring light and happiness wherever you go
And when I'm lost and need a guide
When I feel lost, you show me the way
You'll show me the way
You will guide me and help me navigate through life
I hope you're safe there in the unknown
I hope you're protected and secure in unfamiliar situations
I hope you're closer than I'll ever know
I hope you're more connected to me than I can possibly comprehend
You make the sun shine when
You bring happiness and brightness into my life when
You smile so bright
You radiate joy and positivity with your smile
Now the sun can shine for
Now my life can be filled with happiness because
Every day of my life
Every single day I am alive
You make the sun shine as you open your eyes
The world becomes brighter and more beautiful when you wake up
Everything's ablaze, clears the morning haze
Everything becomes vibrant and clear in the morning because of you
Making way for blue skies
Creating a positive and optimistic atmosphere
And from nowhere you appear and
Suddenly, you come into my life and
Go and save the day
You become my hero and bring joy and hope
But 'cause I can't hold your hand
Because I can't physically be with you
You know I have to say
I want to express
If you're scared there in the unknown
If you feel afraid in unfamiliar situations
Just put your head upon my pillow
Find comfort and solace in my love and support
Ooh yeah oh
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm
Oh, 'cause where you are is only
Because your location is always
Ever just a blink away
Only a moment away from being together
And when I come to visit it
When I have the opportunity to see you
Will be the best holiday
It will be the most enjoyable and special time
So if it's raining I can shelter you
If you face difficulties, I'll provide protection and support
Something I've always wanted to do
It's something I've always desired and longed for
You make the sun shine when
You bring happiness and brightness into my life when
You smile so bright
You radiate joy and positivity with your smile
Now the sun can shine for every day
Now my life can be filled with happiness every single day
Can shine for every day of my life
Can radiate light and happiness throughout my entire existence
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