"Sunsets" earned a mixed response from reviewers. Some reviewers praised its appeal and aggression, whilst others appreciated the power ballad elements within it. Others, however, described the song negatively as "lumbering". "Sunsets" charted moderately, reaching #11 on the Australian singles chart.
Sunsets
Powderfinger Lyrics
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Each day looking for new ways to go
Maybe I should drop by
Maybe I should have called
Maybe I should have followed you and beat down your door
Maybe it's gonna be breaking you every time you fall
But to shower you with pity will do you no good at all
Slow burn watching the world turn from my arms
New way of measuring each day till it's gone
Maybe I should drop by
Maybe I should have called
Maybe I should have followed you and beat down your door
Maybe it's gonna be breaking you every time you fall
But to shower you with pity will do you no good at all, no good at all
Sunrise building a reprise in my heart
Regret tight around my chest plays its part
until its gone
yeah, until its gone
But to shower you with pity will do you no good at all, no good at all
Watching the sunset sunset sunset sunset
over the beaches beaches beaches beaches
(x4)
The lyrics of Powderfinger's song "Sunsets" seem to touch on themes of love, regret, and the passage of time. The first two lines set a scene of beautiful sunsets over beaches, and the idea of looking for new ways to go each day - perhaps suggesting a desire for change or growth. The next four lines present a series of "maybes", perhaps referring to regrets about missed opportunities or failed attempts to connect with someone. The idea of "breaking you every time you fall" suggests the pain of watching someone struggle, and the futility of simply pitying them. The chorus repeats this idea, emphasizing the need to avoid showering someone with pity.
The second verse begins with the image of a "slow burn", which could refer to a number of things - the passage of time, the tension of unresolved feelings, or a sense of waiting for something to happen. Again, the idea of regret is present, with the singer feeling a sense of tightness around their chest. However, the repetition of "until it's gone" suggests an acknowledgement that nothing lasts forever, and that perhaps there is a chance for redemption or closure.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sunsets" capture a sense of beauty and transience, but also suggest a longing for deeper connections and a fear of missed opportunities. The repeated phrase "watching the sunsets over the beaches" emphasizes the idea of observing the world from a distance, while the chorus reminds us that simply feeling sorry for someone is not enough - action is needed to make a real difference.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunsets over the beaches from now on
The song begins by stating that the sunsets will only be witnessed over the beaches from now on, implying a sense of longing or melancholy.
Each day looking for new ways to go
The singer talks about how every day he tries to find new ways to keep going and move forward in life.
Maybe I should drop by
The singer wonders if he should go see the person he's singing about.
Maybe I should have called
The artist regrets not having reached out to the aforementioned person earlier.
Maybe I should have followed you and beat down your door
The artist laments not having gone after the person harder to try and connect with them.
Maybe it's gonna be breaking you every time you fall
The singer contemplates the idea that the person he's singing about might be struggling and getting hurt every time they try and fail.
But to shower you with pity will do you no good at all
The singer acknowledges that pity won't help the person he's singing about in any way, essentially accepting that he can't change the situation.
Slow burn watching the world turn from my arms
The artist observes the world changing around him at a steady, slow pace while he's holding someone close to him.
New way of measuring each day till it's gone
The artist describes how he's found a new way of appreciating each day, as each one is finite and fleeting.
Sunrise building a reprise in my heart
The artist finds solace in a new day and talk about how it marks a fresh start and a new beginning for him.
Regret tight around my chest plays its part until it's gone yeah, until it's gone
The singer acknowledges feeling regret for the things he could have done differently, but makes peace with it and moves on eventually.
Watching the sunset sunset sunset sunset over the beaches beaches beaches beaches (x4)
The song ends with a repeated chorus of the opening lines, emphasizing the sense of loss and longing felt throughout the song.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BERNARD JOSEPH FANNING, DARREN STUART MIDDLETON, IAN DAVID HAUG, JOHN ANDREW COLLINS, JONATHAN ROBERT COGHILL
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@SenorTucano
I feel sorry for the kids these days not having music like this as the soundtrack to their youth
@BMPK
join the club... Everyone says that? You really feel they missed out?
@Robil63
I feel sorry for kids lost and running
@alex612931
Yeah we were the last generation able to say it and mean it. All the new generations wish they had our childhood as well
@BMPK
Sorry but they don't@@alex612931
@ProfessionalWPNFire
Ray Part 2 my childhood game
@user-bg3fb3sc6g
RAY!
@RepriseAgain
Nice to see I’m not the only one who remembers Ray Part 2.
@beardedbjorn5520
One of the most iconic songs for me
@gg-gg-gg-gg
I woke up with this song in my head about a month ago and i've listened to it so much since. Love that you've re-uploaded it., it's my anthem
Fuck i love you guys