Sunlight
Mac Miller Feat. Iman Omari Lyrics
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Uhhhahhh
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
[Verse 1: Mac Miller]
Uh, I ain't talkin 'bout nothin' with a flow so disgutin'
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'mma 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 its 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 Ima 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)
The song "Sunlight" by Mac Miller featuring Iman Omari has a mellow vibe and a catchy hook that encourages listeners to find their way into the sunlight. The opening lines of the song set the scene for a dark atmosphere that the artist wants to brighten up. The first verse of the song features Mac Miller's signature flow, characterized by wordplay and vivid imagery. He mentions his need to provide substance to his music and how people dismiss his work despite its intricate nature. He also talks about his love for Sunday golf games, and his dreams of traveling to places like Monaco.
The hook repeats the phrase "run from the dark into the light" as a recurring theme throughout the song. The message is that no matter how dark the world gets, there is always a way to find hope and light. The chorus encourages listeners to keep moving forward and find their way into the sunlight. The song's overall message is a reflection of Mac Miller's struggles with addiction and his desire to inspire people with his music.
The song has received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising its lyrics, rhythm, and production. It was released as a part of Mac Miller's posthumous album, "Circles," which was completed by his music collaborator, Jon Brion, after the artist's untimely death. The album went on to receive critical acclaim and debuted at number three on the US Billboard 200.
Line by Line Meaning
Uhhhahhh
The sound made while starting the song
Top of the morning to you
A greeting to the listener
You know, its been so dark outside
Referring to his life being difficult lately
That I figured I'd turn a couple motherfuckin' lights on real quick
He intends to change things up and make things better instantly.
Uh, I ain't talkin 'bout nothin' with a flow so disgutin'
He is not rapping about anything gross or vulgar
Ashtray by me that I gotta dump my guts in
Because of smoking, he has to throw up in the ashtray
Need substance, feed it to the public
He wants to create meaningful music to share with his fans
No one gon' touch it like my poppy's old musket
His music is unique and unreproducible, like an antique musket
Roll up to the function, eatin' all the Funyuns
He arrives at the party and consumes all the Funyuns
Sentence keep runnin', word the double E Cummings
He writes long sentences, referencing the poet E.E. Cummings
People say to me that it doesn't mean nothin'
People criticize him, claiming that his music does not have meaning
Bumble bees buzzin' cause the trouble needs lovin'
The society is facing problems and they need love and attention
Wonder who really give a fuck what I have to say?
He wonders if anybody cares about what he has to offer musically
Those are people that which I dedicate this rap today
He dedicates his music to the people who support him
If I have to, I'mma crack your face
He can be violent if necessary
Monday to Saturday, I'm actin' like a basket case
He is unstructured and chaotic from Monday to Saturday
While Sunday I'm goin' golfin' with my Callaway's
He tries to relax on Sundays by playing golf
Or watchin' football, word to Joey Galloway
He also enjoys watching football, with a shoutout to former NFL player Joey Galloway
Take a shower start singin' like Al Green
He enjoys singing and is inspired by soul singer Al Green
From outside, it probably soundin' like some loud screams
His singing may sound like screaming to people outside the bathroom
Always had child dreams and nightmares
Referring to his childhood dreams and fears
My music like the airport I hop on a flight there
His music allows him to travel to various places just like an airport
Wana go to Monaco to see what its like there
He wants to visit Monaco to explore the city
Roll up in a pair of Nike Airs, just like 'Yeah'
He wants to wear Nike Airs while visiting Monaco
Wassup, here I am, lookin' in the mirror and
He loves himself and is confident about his own identity
All I see is me, I'm in peace
He is at peace with himself
Go rent out a penthouse, forget all my problems
He wants to rent a fancy penthouse to escape from his problems
The things I regret now, be gone by the mornin'
He is optimistic that his regrets will disappear soon
My life is startin', I'm ready as I ever been
He is excited for a new beginning in his life
Pencilin' my schedule that I gotta move on from mistakes
He is planning his schedule accordingly to move on from his past mistakes
Number 1 albums, always givin' you mixtapes
He dedicates himself to create great music for his fans
And that's what Ima do until I'm richer than Bill Gates
He aims to keep creating music until he becomes very wealthy
It ain't all about money for me though
He is not just in the music business for the money
I do this for the people who need a boost in their ego
He wants to boost the morale and confidence of his fans
Work a lot, I'm an addict not a fiend though
He works very hard but is not obsessed with his work
Get up, get out, and get somethin', word to Cee Lo
A motivational message encouraging people to work, referencing Cee Lo Green's song Gettin' Grown
Bottles of Cleco, a couple of Cristal
He drinks luxury champagne Cleco and Cristal
May head to L.A like I'm Chris Paul
He may go to Los Angeles like Chris Paul, former NBA player
Bout to go platinum off of missed calls
He is about to achieve great success despite missing out on some opportunities
So all of y'all can lick balls
A disrespectful message to haters
Run from the dark
A metaphorical advice to avoid negative influences
Into the light
A metaphorical advice to embrace positivity
Oh-woah, you know you're gona find your way
You will eventually find success if you embrace positivity
Into the sunlight
The ultimate destination of happiness and positivity
Contributed by Benjamin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.