You Are the Sunshine of My Life
Macy Gray Lyrics
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That′s why I'll always be around
You are the apple of my eye, yeah
Forever you′ll stay in my heart
I feel like this is the beginning
Though I've loved you for a million years (eh-eh-eh)
And if I thought our love was ending
You are the sunshine of my life, yeah, baby
That′s why I′ll always stay around (oh, yeah, yeah)
You are the apple of my eye (yeah)
Forever you'll stay in my heart
You must have known that I was lonely
Because you came to my rescue
And I know that this must be heaven
How could so much love be inside of you? (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
You are the sunshine of my life yeah (yeah, yeah, baby)
That′s why I'll always stay around (yeah)
You are the apple of my eye (yeah)
Forever, you′ll stay in my heart (alright, alright)
(Sunshine, sunshine, sunshine, sunshine, sunshine)
In Macy Gray's song "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," the lyrics express deep love and adoration for someone. The singer describes their significant other as the sunshine of their life, emphasizing their constant presence and importance. The phrase "sunshine of my life" represents happiness, joy, and warmth that this person brings to the singer's existence. They acknowledge that despite the passage of time, their love feels fresh and new.
The lyrics also convey a sense of fear or worry about the possibility of losing this love. The singer states that even the thought of their love ending would cause them immense sadness, symbolized by "drowning in my own tears." This reinforces the depth of their emotional attachment and the fear of being without the person they love.
The second verse acknowledges the impact this person has had on the singer's life. They express gratitude for their significant other's presence when they were feeling lonely, describing them as a rescuer. The singer feels that this love is heavenly, as it is a profound and overwhelming amount of affection that resides within their partner. This further emphasizes the importance and value they place on their relationship.
Overall, the song's lyrics celebrate a deep and enduring love, appreciating the positive influence and happiness brought by a significant other. It conveys a longing for the love to remain constant, illustrating the profound impact this person has on the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the sunshine of my life, yeah
You bring warmth, joy, and light to my existence, and it is undeniable
That's why I'll always be around
Because of your radiant presence, I will never leave your side
You are the apple of my eye, yeah
You are the most cherished and adored person in my life
Forever you'll stay in my heart
Your place in my heart is eternal and unchanging
I feel like this is the beginning
In your presence, every moment feels fresh and full of potential
Though I've loved you for a million years (eh-eh-eh)
Even though my love for you feels timeless and boundless
And if I thought our love was ending
If I ever believed our love was coming to an end
I'd find myself drowning in my own tears (oh-oh-oh)
I would be overwhelmed with immense sadness and despair
You must have known that I was lonely
You possessed the understanding that I was in deep solitude
Because you came to my rescue
You arrived and saved me from my emotional isolation
And I know that this must be heaven
I am certain that being with you is a divine and blissful experience
How could so much love be inside of you? (Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
I am astounded by the abundance of love you carry within your being
That's why I'll always stay around (yeah)
Continuously, I will remain by your side due to the sunshine you bring
Forever, you'll stay in my heart (alright, alright)
Unwaveringly, you will hold a special place in my heart for all eternity
(Sunshine, sunshine, sunshine, sunshine, sunshine)
Emphasizing the brightness and radiance you bring into my life
Writer(s): Stevie Wonder
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