You + the Sun
Old Daisy Lyrics


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Phone numbers, bike locks, orders up, check clocks
Boats, planes, cars, trains, check the stop, get off
Blankets, tents, food, love, can't fit it put it on top
Bottles, cans, do your dance, no plans, stupid rants
Bad punks, new kids coming over in the midnight
Fight with my father, shaking fists, binge-watching
School shopping, crop topping, jaw-dropping, shit talking
Sleep walking, ballet dancer, truth-seeker, loudspeaker

Sun, sun, sun is gonna shine
People, people losing their minds

So I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
With just you and the sun

I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
Yeah, with just you and the sun

End of August, start work in the office, no more summer break
Shake Friday off, in the crowd, get lost
Dirty boys, young people, fifty basics in the bathroom
Looking in the mirror, don't you even bother

Cause sun, sun, sun is gonna shine
Fun, such fun, losing our minds

So I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
With just you and the sun

I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
Yeah, with just you and the sun

So I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
With just you and the sun

I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
Yeah, with just you and the sun

So I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat
I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
With just you and the sun

I wanna be somewhere salty
With my feet somewhere offbeat




I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
Yeah, with just you and the sun

Overall Meaning

Old Daisy's song "You + The Sun" is an upbeat, carefree tune about the desire to escape societal pressures and enjoy the simple pleasures of life, like the sun and a loved one. The lyrics touch on various aspects of modern life, from work and school to relationships and social interaction. The opening lines suggest a busy, structured life with endless lists of tasks and obligations, but the chorus offers a respite from that, with the repeated refrain of "sun, sun, sun is gonna shine" and the desire to be somewhere "salty" and "offbeat."


The song seems to embody a sense of restlessness and longing for something more, which is a relatable feeling for many people. The second verse references the end of summer and the transition back to work or school, but the desire to escape that routine is palpable in the line "Shake Friday off, in the crowd, get lost." The final verse once again repeats the chorus, emphasizing the idea that despite the stresses and chaos of life, the sun will always shine and there is always the possibility of finding joy and freedom.


In sum, "You + The Sun" is a fun, catchy song with a deeper message about the search for meaning and contentment in the midst of modern life's complexities.



Line by Line Meaning

Phone numbers, bike locks, orders up, check clocks
Everyday mundane activities and reminders to keep track of time.


Boats, planes, cars, trains, check the stop, get off
Different modes of transportation and the need to pay attention to stops and destinations.


Blankets, tents, food, love, can't fit it put it on top
Things we need for a trip, including emotional support and love, but sometimes it's hard to fit everything in and we need to prioritize.


Bottles, cans, do your dance, no plans, stupid rants
Enjoying the moment, even if it seems silly or aimless, and just having fun without any specific plans.


Bad punks, new kids coming over in the midnight
Unexpected guests or intentionally disruptive people entering our lives at inopportune times.


Fight with my father, shaking fists, binge-watching
Family conflict and finding ways to escape or distract ourselves from difficult situations or emotions.


School shopping, crop topping, jaw-dropping, shit talking
Youthful experiences and activities, including shopping for school supplies, experimenting with fashion, being amazed at new things, and engaging in playful banter with friends.


Sleep walking, ballet dancer, truth-seeker, loudspeaker
A mix of different personalities and traits that make us who we are, including unconscious tendencies, gracefulness, curiosity, and outspokenness.


Sun, sun, sun is gonna shine
A hopeful and optimistic outlook on the future, and a reminder that things will eventually get better.


People, people losing their minds
Describing a chaotic or frenzied situation where people are overwhelmed or losing control.


So I wanna be somewhere salty
Expressing a desire to be near the ocean or on a beach.


With my feet somewhere offbeat
Wanting to escape to a place that is different or unconventional.


I wanna be out nowhere with just you and the sun on me
Wanting to be alone with someone special, and to feel the warmth and comfort of the sun.


End of August, start work in the office, no more summer break
The end of a carefree period and the start of a new, more structured routine.


Shake Friday off, in the crowd, get lost
Trying to unwind and forget about work or responsibilities by immersing oneself in a crowd or social situation.


Dirty boys, young people, fifty basics in the bathroom
A description of a party or gathering where there are lots of people, and basic necessities such as toiletries may run low.


Looking in the mirror, don't you even bother
Feeling comfortable with oneself and not worrying about what others may think or say.


Fun, such fun, losing our minds
Describing a wild or crazy situation where people are having a great time, but also losing control.


Yeah, with just you and the sun
Reiterating the desire to be alone with someone special and to enjoy the warmth and comfort of the sun.




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@revivalow

this is so underrated it needs waaaay more credit

@masquerademage

i'm incredibly late to the party but this song is hella addictive 🖤

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I missed you guys!

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