Originally the main force of The Kingston Trio, Stewart also released many solo albums the most successful of which was Bombs Away Dream Babies in 1979, produced by Lindsey Buckingham and featuring Stevie Nicks from Fleetwood Mac. The first single, "Gold", featuring Nicks singing back-up, proved to be his biggest hit reaching No.5 on the US charts.
Stewart suffered a massive stroke or brain aneurysm and died early Saturday, January 19, 2008, at a San Diego hospital.
Lost Her in the Sun
John Stewart Lyrics
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Ah, she bought a ticket and she vanished in the sky
And how was I to know she was leavin in the mornin
I never heard her go, she never said goodbye
I learned to love the night, cause the lights gonna get ya
Right between the eyes, in the mornin like a gun
You're reachin out your hand and she's not there beside ya
Oh, what can I say
Lost her in the sun
What have I done
Lost her in the sun
Lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Lost her in the sun
Ah, lost her in the sun
Fire up your hearth for the wind is gettin cold now
It always gets cold for the riders of the night
You carry that scar when ya know what lonesome is
Lookin for a home like a bird in flight
And what have I done
Lost her in the sun
Lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Lost her in the sun
Ah, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
Oooh, lost her in the sun
The lyrics of John Stewart's song Lost Her in the Sun are a melancholic reflection on the aftermath of a failed relationship. The song speaks of a woman who has left unexpectedly on a jet plane, leaving the singer to deal with the aftermath of heartbreak and loneliness. He never had a chance to say goodbye or prepare himself for her departure, and now he is left alone with the consequences of her leaving. The lyrics are poetic and full of imagery, painting a vivid picture of a lonely night with the lights pointing like a gun, leaving the singer reaching out for the woman who is no longer there beside him. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "lost her in the sun," which suggests that the relationship ended in a sudden, painful way, leaving the singer lost and alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Given any day there's a jet flyin somewhere
Airplanes fly everyday to destinations unknown.
Ah, she bought a ticket and she vanished in the sky
She left him by purchasing a ticket and flying off, never to return.
And how was I to know she was leavin in the mornin
He was unaware that she was leaving in the morning.
I never heard her go, she never said goodbye
She left without a sound or a goodbye, leaving him alone and confused.
You're reachin out your hand and she's not there beside ya
He misses her presence, but she's gone and he can't hold her hand anymore.
Oh, what can I say
He's at a loss for words to describe the pain of losing her.
Lost her in the sun
He lost her and she's never coming back.
What have I done
He questions what he did wrong to make her leave.
Fire up your hearth for the wind is gettin cold now
The weather is turning cold, so he prepares his hearth and home to brace for the season.
It always gets cold for the riders of the night
Nighttime can be a lonely and cold place, especially for those who feel lost or alone.
You carry that scar when ya know what lonesome is
Loneliness can leave a lasting mark on a person's heart and soul.
Lookin for a home like a bird in flight
He's searching for a place to call home, but it feels impossible to find, like a bird searching for a place to land.
Oooh, lost her in the sun
He's lost her and it hurts deeply and unfathomably.
Ah, lost her in the sun
He repeats his pain, as if the repetition will help him understand or come to terms with her departure.
Contributed by Harper P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@peterjones6870
It always amazes me how many people have never heard this song before. It is absolutely amazing!
@johnscoone9310
Never heard it before, and I loved the song Gold. Midnight Wind was pretty good too. This one not as good but pretty decent.
@regissuchma5764
I never heard it before until a year ago great song
@brewers1568
Agree
@richardcantley8525
I'm one of those people never heard this song and paid attention to radio tightly, throughout the years. the radio stations in Northern Ohio must not have latched on to it however it was a pretty big hit😮
@kathymartin3527
This is possibly the best song ever written ....
@BB-sn6yr
I'm a huge Stevie and Lindsey fan, love Fleetwood Mac. I heard this on the radio when it first came out and instanly knew Stevie was singing and Lindsey was playing the guitar. What a great album, John Stewart was a treasure!
@RollandMcGriggs
Beautiful ballad. The American music world misses John for his voice and musical talent.
@maryhudson639
I will remembet2
@timepoet77
They sure don't make great music like this anymore. John Stewart was one-of-a-kind. He is still missed by everyone who loves true musical craftsmanship.