Sunlight
Mac Miller (ft. Iman Omari) Lyrics


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[Intro:]
Uhhhahhh
Top of the morning to you
You know, it's been so dark outside
That I figured I'd turn a couple motherfuckin' lights on real quick

[Verse: Mac Miller]
Uh, I ain't talkin 'bout nothin' with a flow so disgutin'
Ashtray by me that I gotta dump my guts in
Need substance, feed it to the public
No one gon' touch it like my poppy's old musket
Roll up to the function, eatin' all the Funyuns
Sentence keep runnin', word the double E Cummings
People say to me that it doesn't mean nothin'
Bumble bees buzzin' cause the trouble needs lovin'
Wonder who really give a fuck what I have to say?
Those are people that which I dedicate this rap today
If I have to, I'm a crack your face
Monday to Saturday, I'm actin' like a basket case
While Sunday I'm goin' golfin' with my Callaway's
Or watchin' football, word to Joey Galloway
Take a shower start singin' like Al Green
From outside, it probably soundin' like some loud screams
Always had child dreams and nightmares
My music like the airport I hop on a flight there
Wana go to Monaco to see what it's like there
Roll up in a pair of Nike Airs, just like 'Yeah'
Wassup, here I am, lookin' in the mirror and
All I see is me, I'm in peace
Go rent out a penthouse, forget all my problems
The things I regret now, be gone by the mornin'
My life is startin', I'm ready as I ever been
Pencilin' my schedule that I gotta move on from mistakes
Number 1 albums, always givin' you mixtapes
And that's what I'm a do until I'm richer than Bill Gates
It ain't all about money for me though
I do this for the people who need a boost in their ego
Work a lot, I'm an addict not a fiend though
Get up, get out, and get somethin', word to Cee Lo
Bottles of Cleco, a couple of Cristal
May head to L.A like I'm Chris Paul
Bout to go platinum off of missed calls
So all of y'all can lick balls

Yeuhhh
Just you know

[Hook:]
Run from the dark
Into the light
You know, you know you're gona find your way out
Run from the dark
Into the light




Oh-woah, you know you're gona find your way
That's right, into the sunlight [x4]

Overall Meaning

The song "Sunlight" by Mac Miller (ft. Iman Omari) is about finding peace and positivity in life despite the struggles and darkness that we may face. In the intro, Mac talks about turning on the lights to get rid of the darkness. In the verses, Mac raps about his personal experiences of dealing with difficulties in life and how he uses his music to inspire and motivate his listeners. He talks about wanting to make a positive impact on people's lives, and how it's not all about money for him but rather about boosting people's egos and giving them hope. The chorus, which is repeated several times in the song, encourages listeners to run towards the light and find their way into the sunlight.


Overall, the song has a positive message about perseverance, hope, and finding the light even in the darkest of times. It showcases Mac's lyrical skill and his ability to create a relatable message that resonates with his audience.


Line by Line Meaning

Uhhhahhh
Mac Miller hums to start the song


Top of the morning to you
Mac Miller greets the listener


You know, it's been so dark outside
Mac Miller acknowledges that life has been tough


That I figured I'd turn a couple motherfuckin' lights on real quick
Mac Miller wants to brighten up the situation with his music


Uh, I ain't talkin 'bout nothin' with a flow so disgutin'
Mac Miller doesn't want to rap about meaningless things


Ashtray by me that I gotta dump my guts in
Mac Miller is smoking and feeling sick


Need substance, feed it to the public
Mac Miller wants to offer quality music to his fans


No one gon' touch it like my poppy's old musket
Mac Miller thinks his music is unique and valuable


Roll up to the function, eatin' all the Funyuns
Mac Miller goes to parties and eats junk food


Sentence keep runnin', word the double E Cummings
Mac Miller's lyrics flow smoothly like the poetry of E. E. Cummings


People say to me that it doesn't mean nothin'
Mac Miller is aware that some people don't appreciate his music


Bumble bees buzzin' cause the trouble needs lovin'
Mac Miller sees the world as chaotic and in need of love


Wonder who really give a fuck what I have to say?
Mac Miller wonders who is truly interested in his thoughts and feelings


Those are people that which I dedicate this rap today
Mac Miller dedicates this song to his true fans


If I have to, I'm a crack your face
Mac Miller warns his haters that he won't tolerate disrespect


Monday to Saturday, I'm actin' like a basket case
Mac Miller confesses that he has some crazy moments during the week


While Sunday I'm goin' golfin' with my Callaway's
Mac Miller enjoys playing golf on Sundays


Or watchin' football, word to Joey Galloway
Mac Miller likes to watch American football and mentions a famous player


Take a shower start singin' like Al Green
Mac Miller enjoys singing in the shower and mentions a soul singer


From outside, it probably soundin' like some loud screams
Mac Miller acknowledges that his singing might be loud for others


Always had child dreams and nightmares
Mac Miller reflects on his childhood and his fears


My music like the airport I hop on a flight there
Mac Miller sees his music as a way to travel and explore new horizons


Wana go to Monaco to see what it's like there
Mac Miller would like to visit the luxurious city of Monaco


Roll up in a pair of Nike Airs, just like 'Yeah'
Mac Miller fantasizes about looking cool and confident in his sneakers


Wassup, here I am, lookin' in the mirror and
Mac Miller addresses himself in the mirror


All I see is me, I'm in peace
Mac Miller feels comfortable with himself


Go rent out a penthouse, forget all my problems
Mac Miller wants to escape from reality by renting a luxury apartment


The things I regret now, be gone by the mornin'
Mac Miller hopes that his regrets will disappear soon


My life is startin', I'm ready as I ever been
Mac Miller is optimistic about his future


Pencilin' my schedule that I gotta move on from mistakes
Mac Miller plans to learn from his mistakes and make progress


Number 1 albums, always givin' you mixtapes
Mac Miller is proud of his successful music career


And that's what I'm a do until I'm richer than Bill Gates
Mac Miller's goal is to become extremely wealthy and successful


It ain't all about money for me though
Mac Miller clarifies that money is not the only motivation for his music


I do this for the people who need a boost in their ego
Mac Miller wants to inspire and empower his listeners


Work a lot, I'm an addict not a fiend though
Mac Miller admits that he has a strong work ethic and passion for music


Get up, get out, and get somethin', word to Cee Lo
Mac Miller encourages his fans to pursue their dreams, citing a reference to Cee-Lo Green's song


Bottles of Cleco, a couple of Cristal
Mac Miller mentions expensive champagne brands


May head to L.A like I'm Chris Paul
Mac Miller plans to go to Los Angeles, and likens himself to a famous basketball player


Bout to go platinum off of missed calls
Mac Miller jokes that he will become very successful, even if he misses important phone calls


So all of y'all can lick balls
Mac Miller dismisses his haters with a vulgar phrase


Run from the dark
The chorus suggests the need to escape from sadness


Into the light
The chorus encourages to find hope and joy


You know, you know you're gona find your way out
The chorus reassures that there is a way out of darkness


Oh-woah, you know you're gona find your way
The chorus repeats the idea that there is a path towards happiness and light


That's right, into the sunlight
The chorus emphasizes the positive and bright outcome of escaping from darkness




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@DavidGonzalez-ex2zl

Uh, top of the morning to you
You know, its been so dark outside
That I figured I'd turn a couple motherfuckin' lights on real quick
Uh, I ain't talkin' 'bout nothin' with a flow so disgustin'
Ashtray by me that I gotta dump my guts in
Need substance, feed it to the public
No one gon' touch it like my Poppy's old musket
Roll up to the function, eatin' all the Funyuns
Sentence keep runnin', word to double E Cummings
People say to me that it doesn't mean nothin'
Bumble bees buzzin' cause the trouble needs lovin'
Wonder who really give a fuck what I have to say?
Those are the people to which I dedicate this rap today
Your shit is fragile, If I have to, I'ma crack your face
Monday to Saturday, I'm actin' like a basket case
While Sunday I'm goin' golfin' with my Callaway's
Or watchin' football, word to Joey Galloway
Take a shower start singin' like Al Green
From outside, it probably sound like some loud screams
Always had child dreams and nightmares
My music like the airport I hop on a flight there
Wanna go to Monaco to see what its like there
Roll up in a pair of Nike Airs, just like "yeah"
What's up, here I am, lookin' in the mirror and
All I see is me, I'm at peace
Go rent out a penthouse, forget all my problems
The things I regret now, be gone by the mornin'
My life is startin', I'm ready as I ever been
Pencilin' my schedule that I gotta move on from mistakes
Number 1 albums, always givin' you mixtapes
And that's what I'ma do until I'm richer than Bill Gates
It ain't all about money for me though
I do this for the people who need a boost in their ego
Work a lot, I'm an addict not a fiend though
Get up, get out, and get somethin', word to Cee Lo
Bottles of Clicquot, a couple of Cristal
May head to L.A like I'm Chris Paul
Bout to go platinum off of "Missed Calls"
So all of y'all can lick balls
Yeah
Just you know
Run from the dark
Into the light
You know, you know you're gonna find your way out
Run from the dark
Into the light
Oh-whoa, you know you're gonna find your way
Just run to the sunlight
Just run to the sunlight
Just run to the sunlight
Just run to the sunlight



All comments from YouTube:

@xXUndeadMcLovinXx

This is SUCH an underrated song

@nicklorigo3507

just found this song today and i thought i was a mac fan lol, this is AMAZING!!

@Thatguy55595

I guess I’m a real fan since I knew about this in 2012

@Ch4rlz_ThA_Princ3

@@Thatguy55595 same lol. Since the day macadelic dropped on itunes. I think i heard it in the summer of 2010

@Thatguy55595

@@Ch4rlz_ThA_Princ3 this song released in March 2012

@Ch4rlz_ThA_Princ3

@@Thatguy55595 was it really?
I remember first listening to it from start to finish while working my summer job at my buddy's ranch which I did from 2010-2012

So your probably right. It was the third summer then.

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@Paras7te

An absolute gem.. Rest In Peace Mac

@xRainbowMangos

Gives me goosebumps every time I listen. Thanks for making music man. Legends never die!

@andrewgoodson8684

Malcolm was a beautiful soul. Rest in peace. Legends never die

@ozzjobdawg6388

"Heroes get remembered but legends never die. " Babe Ruth.

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