Give My Love to the Sunrise
Shocking Blue Lyrics


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Give my love to the sunrise
After I cross the line.
I am not a millionaire
But don′t need money over there.
Wasn't born as a queen
But I′m happy that I can sing.
Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.
When you survive do me a favour,
Tell the other generation
Because wasn't day's light soft a way,
Get a peace of mind ev′ry day,
Live unseen and live unknown
Still from the world and not of stone.
Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.

Give my love to the sunrise
After I cross the line.
I am not a millionaire
But don′t need money over there.
Wasn't born as a queen




But I′m happy that I can't sing.
Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.

Overall Meaning

The song "Give My Love to the Sunrise" by Shocking Blue is a reflective and somewhat philosophical piece about life and death. The opening verse declares the desire to send love to the sunrise after the singer crosses the line, a metaphor for passing away. The singer acknowledges that they are not wealthy, but that money is of no importance in the afterlife. This sentiment is continued in the second verse, where the singer asks that if the listener survives, they tell the next generation that finding peace of mind should be a priority in life. They also advise living unseen and unknown, but to remain connected to the world and not become detached like a stone.


The chorus repeats the opening verse, emphasizing the idea that love is eternal and persists beyond death. The singer again acknowledges their lack of riches, but expresses gratitude for their ability to sing - perhaps as a symbol for finding joy and meaning in life despite its challenges. Overall, the lyrics suggest that a good life is not measured by material wealth or status, but by the simple pleasures of love and expression.


Line by Line Meaning

Give my love to the sunrise
As I depart from this life, pass my love and gratitude to the beauty of the sunrise - a symbol of hope and new beginnings.


After I cross the line.
Once I have reached the end of my journey, after my passing.


I am not a millionaire
I may not have amassed great wealth and material possessions.


But don't need money over there.
However, they hold no significance in the afterlife, where only love and inner happiness matter.


Wasn't born as a queen
My status at birth may not have been that of royalty or power.


But I'm happy that I can sing.
Yet, I am content with my ability to express myself through music and enjoy the simple pleasures in life.


Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.
Repeated chanting of affirmation and embracing contentment.


When you survive, do me a favour,
Those who outlive me, please do me a kindness.


Tell the other generation
Pass on the message and wisdom to future generations.


Because wasn't day's light soft a way,
Reminding future generations of the beauty and comfort found in the soft light of day.


Get a peace of mind ev'ry day,
Encourage others to seek peace of mind every day.


Live unseen and live unknown
It is not necessary to seek fame or recognition during your lifetime.


Still from the world and not of stone.
Be part of the world and its quandaries, but remain human and empathetic.


Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.
Affirmation that the message is true and meaningful.


Give my love to the sunrise
Reiteration of the message to pass on love to the beauty of the sunrise.


After I cross the line.
Repeated from the first verse to emphasize the importance of this action.


I am not a millionaire
Repeated from the second verse to remind that material possessions hold no importance in the afterlife.


But I'm happy that I can't sing.
Repeated from the first verse as a joyful affirmation of the simple pleasures in life.


Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.
Repeated from previous verses as a resounding positive message.




Writer(s): Robert Van Leeuwen

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