The band signed with Capitol Records and scored a Top 20 hit with their first single, "Leona," in 1984. That success was quickly followed by their first #1 hit, "Step That Step". The band had their ups and downs on the charts throughout the 1980s. But radio success was not really Sawyer Brown's strong suit. It never was. Rather, they have been successful due to their live performances. Fans flock to the band's concerts year after year, whether the band performs in a stadium, state fair, or casino. The live shows, more than anything, sustained the band until 1989's remake of the George Jones hit "The Race Is On" put them back near the top of the charts.
In 1991, after the release of their album Buick, guitarist Bobby Randall left the group to remain close to his family and host a short-lived TV talent show, You Can Be A Star. Duncan Cameron, formerly of The Amazing Rhythm Aces, was chosen as his replacement just as Sawyer Brown was about to become country music's "it" band. The band then switched labels, moving to Curb Records and releasing the albums The Dirt Road, Cafe On The Corner, and Outskirts Of Town, which saw hit after hit for the band in the early to mid-'90s.
Sawyer Brown was all over country music radio and television for much of the decade. After 1999's Top 10 hit "Drive Me Wild," however, the country music industry seemed to forget about Sawyer Brown in favor of newer acts like Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, and Keith Urban.
The band was having ups and downs in the charts again – mostly downs. In 2003, they parted with Curb, their record label of eleven years, and signed with Lyric Street Records. They released one single, "I'll Be Around", and then left Lyric Street as well. In 2004, they re-signed with Curb, but Duncan Cameron decided to leave the group to pursue a life-long dream of flying for Southwest Airlines.
Guitarist Shayne Hill was added to the lineup as they prepared for the release of their 20th album, Mission Temple Fireworks Stand. While Sawyer Brown is still looking to reclaim the top of the charts, their live shows continue to keep the band going strong.
When The Sun Don't Always Shine
Sawyer Brown Lyrics
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To take the rain and wash the blue away
You never know when the time might turn around
And now I sit here thinking this might be the day
[Chorus]
When the sun don't always shine on the same face all the time
I'll wait my turn, as I live and learn
I've got two good hands the name my daddy gave to me
Got a willing heart a little faith is all you need
And there I go thinking I can face tomorrow
I won't hang my head cause love goes on and on
[Chorus]
Always shine always shine
When the sun don't always shine, on the same face all the time
I'll wait my turn as I live and learn
I won't fall too far behind when the sun don't always shine
Always shine always shine
"When The Sun Don't Always Shine" by Sawyer Brown is a song about hope and perseverance. The singer is facing a difficult time in their life, possibly a period of sadness or depression, when they realize that they have the power to change their circumstances. They hope that they can find a way to "wash the blue away," to get rid of the sadness that is clouding their life. They understand that life is unpredictable, that things can turn around at any moment, and they are ready to take advantage of any opportunity to improve their situation. The chorus speaks of the inevitability of difficult times, but also the importance of staying positive and not giving up. The singer resolves to keep going, to keep learning and growing, and to trust that love will carry them through.
The lyrics to "When The Sun Don't Always Shine" are both poetic and relatable. The metaphor of the sun represents both happiness and stability, and the idea that it doesn't always shine equally on everyone is a powerful commentary on the uneven distribution of good fortune in life. The singer acknowledges their own challenges and limitations, but also recognizes their strengths and the support they have in their loved ones. Ultimately, the song is a message of hope, resilience, and faith in the power of love to overcome adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I hope this day is good, hoping I might find the way
I am optimistic that today will be good and lead me to find the right path.
To take the rain and wash the blue away
I want to wash away my sadness and sorrow with the rain that pours.
You never know when the time might turn around
Life is unpredictable and situations can change at any given moment.
And now I sit here thinking this might be the day
I am hopeful that today could be the day that things start to turn around for me.
When the sun don't always shine on the same face all the time
Life is not always easy and everyone experiences hardships and challenges.
I'll wait my turn, as I live and learn
I will be patient and continue to learn in order to grow as a person.
I won't fall too far behind when the sun don't always shine
Even when life throws obstacles my way, I will persevere and not let them hold me back.
I've got two good hands the name my daddy gave to me
I have been blessed with the strength and ability to overcome any challenge that comes my way.
Got a willing heart a little faith is all you need
I believe that having a positive attitude and faith in myself will help me overcome any obstacle.
And there I go thinking I can face tomorrow
I am confident that I can handle whatever tomorrow brings.
I won't hang my head cause love goes on and on
I won't let negative experiences bring me down because love will always prevail.
Always shine always shine
I believe that, even in tough times, there is always a glimmer of hope and positivity to hold on to.
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: GREGG HUBBARD, MARK MILLER
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