Sun is shining
Lee Lyrics

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Sun is shining, the weather is sweet
Make you want to move your dancing feet
To the rescue, here I am
Want you to know ya, where I stand

(Monday morning) here I am
Want you to know just if you can
(Tuesday evening) where I stand

(Wednesday morning) tell myself a new day is rising
(Thursday evening) get on the rise a new day is dawning
(Friday morning) here I am
(Saturday evening) want you to know just
Want you to know just where I stand

When the morning gathers the rainbow
Want you to know I'm a rainbow too
So, to the rescue here I am
Want you to know just if you can
Where I stand, know, know, know, know, know

We'll lift our heads and give Jah praises
We'll lift our heads and give Jah praises, yeah

Sun is shining, the weather is sweet now
Make you want to move your dancing feet
To the rescue, here I am
Want you to know just if you can
Where I stand, know, know, know, where I stand

Monday morning, scoo-be-doop-scoop-scoop
Tuesday evening, scoo-be-doop-scoop-scoop
Wednesday morning, scoo-be-doop-scoop-scoop
Thursday evening, scoo-be-doop-scoop-scoop
Friday morning, scoo-be-doop-scoop-scoop
Saturday evening, scoo-be-doop-scoop-scoop

So to the rescue, to the rescue, to the rescue
Awake from your sleep and slumber

Today could be your lucky number
Sun is shining and the weather is sweet

Overall Meaning

The song "Sun Is Shining" is a reggae classic by Bob Marley and has been covered by many artists, including Lee "Scratch" Perry. The lyrics talk about feeling happy and carefree on a sunny day, and wanting to dance and enjoy the good weather. Perry starts the song by saying “Sun is shining, the weather is sweet, make you want to move your dancing feet”. He then introduces himself as the ‘rescuer’ and wants everyone to know where he stands. The lyrics are repetitive and catchy, reflecting the simplicity of the message.

The song has a spiritual element to it, as it talks about Jah (a Rastafarian term for God) and giving praises to Him. The line “We'll lift our heads and give Jah praises” suggests that the good weather is a gift from God, and it's important to be thankful for it. The reference to the rainbow is also symbolic of God's promises and blessings.

The lyrics are a reminder to live in the moment and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. The call to “Awake from your sleep and slumber, today could be your lucky number” encourages listeners to seize the day and appreciate the good things that come their way. Ultimately, the song is about finding joy and positivity in life, despite any challenges that may arise.

Line by Line Meaning

Sun is shining, the weather is sweet
The sun is shining and the weather is nice

Make you want to move your dancing feet
It makes you want to dance

To the rescue, here I am
I am here to help

Want you to know ya, where I stand
I want you to know where I am

Monday morning here I am
I am here on Monday morning

Want you to know just if you can
I want you to know if you can

Tuesday evening where I stand
I am here on Tuesday evening

Wednesday morning tell myself a new day is rising
On Wednesday morning, I tell myself that a new day is starting

Thursday evening get on the rise a new day is dawning
On Thursday evening, a new day is approaching

Friday morning here I am
I am here on Friday morning

Saturday evening want you to know just
I want you to know where I am on Saturday evening