Sand
I.B. Sundström Lyrics

In I.B. Sundström's song "Sand," the lyrics depict a reluctance and disdain towards going to the beach. The singer starts off by expressing their lack of enthusiasm, stating that they have never been to the beach before and have never been so bored. They sarcastically ask if they can fit inside the listener's Accord (presumably a car) and mention having some CDs for the ride, including artists like Gami and Florida Georgia Line. The lyrics emphasize that it doesn't really matter who or what they listen to during the twenty-minute drive to the beach.

As the song progresses, the discomfort intensifies. The singer mentions being too nervous to take their shirt off, indicating self-consciousness or a lack of confidence in their appearance. This highlights the unease they feel in this beach setting. They then express frustration with the negative effects of sunburn, despite using an SPF 50 sunscreen that couldn't prevent it.

Despite the singer's dislike for the beach, they acknowledge that others may enjoy it. They express a willingness to go to the beach if others want to, suggesting a desire to accommodate their friends or companions. The lyrics mention activities like building sand castles and tossing a Frisbee, indicating the typical beach pastimes. However, the singer also expresses contentment with the idea of leaving the beach and going home. They mention heading to a friend named Will's place and watching the movie "Surfs Up" instead, showing a preference for an alternative activity.