The Sun
Howie Day Lyrics


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I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong
You've fallen down on your knees, asking for sympathy
And being caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I picture you fast asleep, a night comes you can't keep away
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you

I know I would apologize if I could see your eyes
Cause when you show me myself
You know I became someone else
Cause I was caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I picture you fast asleep, a night that comes you can't keep away
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you

Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you

I don't know anymore, what it's for, I'm not even sure
If there is anyone who is in the sun could you help me to understand
Cause I've been caught in between all I wish for and all I need
Oh, maybe I'm not even sure what it's for anymore than me
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you

Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find




If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you

Overall Meaning

In the song "The Sun" by Howie Day, the singer pictures someone he cares for in the sun, wondering what went wrong in their life. This person has fallen down on their knees and is asking for sympathy, and the singer feels caught between wanting to help them and needing to take care of himself. He wishes that God's love will be with this person always, even as they face difficult times.


The singer then reflects on his own behavior and acknowledges that if he could see this person face to face, he would apologize for acting out of character. This person has had a profound effect on him, showing him a side of himself he never knew existed. The singer is again caught between wanting to do right by this person and needing to figure out his own path in life.


The final line, "if I find my way, how much will I find you," reflects the singer's sense of uncertainty about his own journey. He is not sure what he is looking for or what the future holds, but he knows that this person will always be a part of him.


Overall, "The Sun" is a poignant and introspective song about the challenges of navigating relationships and personal growth. It highlights the complexity of human emotions and the constant struggle to balance our own needs with those of the people we care about.


Line by Line Meaning

I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong
I imagine you in a happy place, yet struggling with a problem that has no apparent solution


You've fallen down on your knees, asking for sympathy
You feel helpless and need someone to empathize with you


And being caught in between all I wish for and all I need
You're torn between your desires and necessities, unsure of how to proceed


I picture you fast asleep, a night comes you can't keep away
You suppress your worries but they return at night, disrupting your sleep


May God's love be with you, always
I pray that you may always feel loved and supported by a higher power


I know I would apologize if I could see your eyes
If I could confront you, I'd express my remorse


Cause when you show me myself
When you reflect my true self back to me


You know I became someone else
I realize that I need to change


Cause I was caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I was conflicted between my wants and needs


Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I discover the path I must take, what will I gain from it?


I don't know anymore, what it's for, I'm not even sure
I'm uncertain about the purpose of all this


If there is anyone who is in the sun could you help me to understand
If someone else has found clarity and joy, please share your wisdom with me


Oh, maybe I'm not even sure what it's for anymore than me
Perhaps I'm as clueless as anyone else


May God's love be with you, always
Once again, I hope you always feel loved and guided


If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
Repetition of earlier line


You, you, I find you, you
I'm searching for answers and for a connection with someone or something




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Eston Kohver

I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong
You've fallen down on your knees, asking for sympathy
And being caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I picture you fast asleep, a night comes you can't keep away
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you
I know I would apologize if I could see your eyes
Cause when you show me myself
You know I became someone else
Cause I was caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I picture you fast asleep, a night that comes you can't keep away
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you
Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you
I don't know anymore, what it's for, I'm not even sure
If there is anyone who is in the sun could you help me to understand
Cause I've been caught in between all I wish for and all I need
Oh, maybe I'm not even sure what it's for anymore than me
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you
Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you



Eston Kohver

Howie Day In The Sun Lyrics



I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong

You've fallen down on your knees, asking for sympathy

And being caught in between all I wish for and all I need

I picture you fast asleep, a night comes you can't keep away

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you



I know I would apologize if I could see your eyes

Cause when you show me myself

You know I became someone else

Cause I was caught in between all I wish for and all I need

I picture you fast asleep, a night that comes you can't keep away

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you



Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you



I don't know anymore, what it's for, I'm not even sure

If there is anyone who is in the sun could you help me to understand

Cause I've been caught in between all I wish for and all I need

Oh, maybe I'm not even sure what it's for anymore than me

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you



Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you



All comments from YouTube:

Eston Kohver

I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong
You've fallen down on your knees, asking for sympathy
And being caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I picture you fast asleep, a night comes you can't keep away
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you
I know I would apologize if I could see your eyes
Cause when you show me myself
You know I became someone else
Cause I was caught in between all I wish for and all I need
I picture you fast asleep, a night that comes you can't keep away
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you
Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you
I don't know anymore, what it's for, I'm not even sure
If there is anyone who is in the sun could you help me to understand
Cause I've been caught in between all I wish for and all I need
Oh, maybe I'm not even sure what it's for anymore than me
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you, always
May God's love be with you
Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find
If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you

ddrkid1919

My favorite song in the entire world, wouldnt trade anything for it

ddrkid1919

Still true

minnidevil4

I adore this song and especially this version!!!

jools Pirog

Howie Day sings and writes his own stuff as well as very good covers like this. Excellent stuff and more vivid than the original for me so more pleasing on the ear. Thanks.

Eston Kohver

Howie Day In The Sun Lyrics



I picture you in the sun, wondering what went wrong

You've fallen down on your knees, asking for sympathy

And being caught in between all I wish for and all I need

I picture you fast asleep, a night comes you can't keep away

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you



I know I would apologize if I could see your eyes

Cause when you show me myself

You know I became someone else

Cause I was caught in between all I wish for and all I need

I picture you fast asleep, a night that comes you can't keep away

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you



Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you



I don't know anymore, what it's for, I'm not even sure

If there is anyone who is in the sun could you help me to understand

Cause I've been caught in between all I wish for and all I need

Oh, maybe I'm not even sure what it's for anymore than me

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you, always

May God's love be with you



Cause if I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find

If I find, if I find my way, how much will I find, you, you, I find you, you

Louboss

La version de Joseph Arthur est vraiment fantastic!! Je crois

ahumble2007

The version with michael stipes of R.E.M. and chris martin of coldplay do a very good version. They have a live version that was preformed on Austin City Limits when coldplay was on and then they did a studio version for Grey's Anatomy. Both very very good

Michael Wright

My son died less then 2 weeks ago. He was 8. When we hold his ceremony under his favorite tree he loved to climb and play on, I plan on having this song played.

Meghan Belhumeur

This song reminds me of my sister. She moved to Canada and I miss her so much ❤️

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