I'll Walk In The Sunshine Again
Joe Cocker Lyrics


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Is that the best that you can do?
Do you think that I won't make it through?
You don't know where I come from
And you don't know what I'm made of

You won't haunt me anymore
I'll stand proud and I'll stand tall
There will come a day my friend
I'll walk in sunshine again

So come on bring on all your rain!!
It's only water it won't stay
You turn to ashes on the ground
My sun burns through your black cloud

You won't haunt me anymore
I'll stand proud and I'll stand tall




There will come a day my friend
I'll walk in sunshine again.

Overall Meaning

In Joe Cocker's song, "I'll Walk In The Sunshine Again," the lyrics are about standing up to someone who has been trying to tear you down. The singer of the song is talking to this antagonist, calling them out and challenging them. The opening lines confront them, questioning if all they can do is try to bring the singer down, and insisting that they will overcome the obstacles. The lyrics in the chorus repeat the confident assertion that the antagonist won't be able to bring them down anymore, and that the singer will be able to walk in sunshine again.


As the song progresses, the singer's confidence increases, and they almost seem to taunt the antagonist. Even if they bring rain, it won't be enough to stop the singer - they'll turn it into steam and walk over it. By the end of the song, the singer has overcome their fears and doubts, standing tall and ready to face whatever comes their way.


This song is an anthem for those who have been bullied or put down, and it encourages them to stand up and fight back. It sends a clear message that even if someone tries to knock you down, you can overcome the adversity and come out stronger on the other side.


Line by Line Meaning

Is that the best that you can do?
Are you putting forth your best effort?


Do you think that I won't make it through?
Do you doubt my ability to be resilient?


You don't know where I come from
You lack knowledge about my background and upbringing.


And you don't know what I'm made of
You have no comprehension of my inner strength and character.


You won't haunt me anymore
I won't be affected by your negative presence and influence anymore.


I'll stand proud and I'll stand tall
I will have confidence in myself and remain dignified.


There will come a day my friend
I have hope that better days are ahead.


I'll walk in sunshine again
I will experience happiness and positivity again.


So come on bring on all your rain!!
I am ready to face any challenges that come my way.


It's only water it won't stay
The difficulties I face will eventually pass.


You turn to ashes on the ground
Your negativity and toxicity will ultimately fade away and have no power.


My sun burns through your black cloud
My positive attitude and outlook counteract your negativity.




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