1) A straight up, in your… Read Full Bio ↴Sky Harbor refers to four different bands:
1) A straight up, in your face rock band out of Phoenix, similar to Foo Fighters. The band did many national tours and plays about 150-200 shows a year. They were on Inpop records and distributed by EMI, before they broke up.
2) A Charleston, SC based band led by Steven Fiore (of Steven Fiore and the Good People) along with Mick Matricciano, Scott Baumil, and Josh Martin. The band released one EP titled "Stranger Things Have Happened" before the band went on hiatus following Fiore's move to Boston in the Fall of 2007.
3)Pop Punk from Jersey.
4) Skyharbor is a one-man djent band from India. The man behind the project is Keshav Dhar. The project was formerly known as Hydrodjent.
Day At The Beach
Sky Harbor Lyrics
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What does the sun have to shine on today?
Or is the rain gonna come out and play?
Seize the day, surf the waves
Even when the beach is gray
This place is pretty
Your life is precious, I've often agreed
But I thought I only lived because someone died for me
Yeah, someone died for me
It's why I ride the waves you see
At my day at the beach
Just one day at the beach
How is the sand today?
I'd build a castle but it'd fall anyways
Dust to dust, sand to sand
In between I need your hand
This world is tainted
But with you I know I'll make it
Your life is precious, I've often agreed
But I thought I only lived because someone died for me
Yeah, someone died for me
It's why I ride the waves you see
At my day at the beach
Just one day
Sometimes I'm ready to ride the waves
But other times I just want to lie in the sand
And let the tide come in
Then I'll never see the beach again
Your life is precious, I've often agreed
But I thought I only lived because you, can't you died for me
Yeah, you died for me
It's why I ride the waves you see
At my day at the beach
Just one day
Just one day
The song "Day at the Beach" by Sky Harbor is an introspective piece, contemplating the beauty and impermanence of life through the lens of a relaxing day by the ocean. The opening lines invite the listener to "seize the day, surf the waves," regardless of whether the weather is sunny or gray. The contrast between the pretty beach and its dirty surroundings hints at the duality of life, the beauty and ugliness that coexist in every moment.
The chorus brings a deeper layer of meaning, as the songwriter reflects on the fragility of existence and the sacrifice that allows us to live. The lines "Your life is precious, I've often agreed / But I thought I only lived because someone died for me / Yeah, someone died for me" point to a spiritual or religious perspective, acknowledging a debt of gratitude for a life that was granted at a cost. The act of riding the waves becomes a metaphor for appreciating every moment of life, with its ups and downs, its joys and sorrows, knowing that it is a gift to be cherished.
In the second verse, the focus shifts to the sand, a symbol of transience and impermanence. Building a castle that will fall anyway is a metaphor for striving for goals that may not last, but still finding meaning and connection through the journey. The line "In between I need your hand" suggests that the only constant in life is the love and support of others, which can make all the difference in facing the challenges that come our way. The song ends with a sense of acceptance and peace, acknowledging that life is a balance between action and surrender, between moments of intensity and moments of stillness.
Line by Line Meaning
What does the sun have to shine on today?
What will make my day worth living today?
Or is the rain gonna come out and play?
Will good or bad things happen today?
Seize the day, surf the waves
Make the most of your time and enjoy life
Even when the beach is gray
Even when things seem bleak or depressing
This place is pretty
The surroundings are beautiful
But this beach is dirty
Despite its beauty, there are imperfections and flaws
Your life is precious, I've often agreed
Life is valuable and should be cherished
But I thought I only lived because someone died for me
I feel indebted to those who sacrificed for me to live
Yeah, someone died for me
Someone made a sacrifice for me to live
It's why I ride the waves you see
I live my life to the fullest because of the sacrifices made for me
At my day at the beach
Enjoying my time and enjoying life
Just one day at the beach
Taking advantage of the present moment and enjoying it
How is the sand today?
What is the current state of my environment?
I'd build a castle but it'd fall anyways
Life is uncertain and temporary
Dust to dust, sand to sand
Everything eventually returns to the earth
In between I need your hand
I need support and love during this journey
This world is tainted
The world is not perfect and has its flaws
But with you I know I'll make it
I can overcome the struggles with the help of loved ones
Sometimes I'm ready to ride the waves
Sometimes I'm ready for new challenges and adventures
But other times I just want to lie in the sand
Other times, I want to relax and enjoy the present moment
And let the tide come in
Letting myself be vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of life
Then I'll never see the beach again
Eventually, everything comes to an end
But I thought I only lived because you, can't you died for me
I feel indebted to loved ones who have made sacrifices for me
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: BILLY SMILEY, GARTH BOSTIC, JONATHAN RUSSO, STEVE HOUSER, WILLIE BOSTIC
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