Essentially Sunnyboys wore their influences on their sleeve - The Remains, The Flamin' Groovies, The Kinks and The Beatles with a dash of Detroit muscle thrown in for good measure. They produced melodic power pop classics and were rewarded with an immediate positive response.
Between 1980 and 1984 they released their self-titled EP (1980) and 3 albums: "Sunnyboys" (1981), "Individuals" (1982) and "Get Some Fun" (1984).
However, Jeremy Oxley's battle with schizophrenia plagued the band and Sunnyboys announced their break-up in June 1984. Their farewell tour produced the album "Real Live" which was recorded over two nights in Sydney (29th and 30th June).
In 1985, the French label Closer combined The Sunnyboys' first two albums as a double set entitled "Days Are Gone" for the European market.
In late 1987, Jeremy Oxley attempted to revive Sunnyboys with a new line-up. The new band signed a deal with RCA and released an album entitled "Wildcat" (produced by ex-Sherbet keyboard player, Garth Porter). The album failed to convince old Sunnyboys fans and the band broke up again in 1990.
In July 1991, Mushroom released the compilation album "Plays The Best" and the original line-up reunited for a national tour.
Also "Shakin' - Live 1991" (1993, live cd + "Sunnyboys" EP) has been released by Phantom and "This Is Real" (2004, double-CD, Singles/Live/Rare) by Feel Presents.
The band:
Jeremy Oxley - Guitar, vocals
Peter Oxley - Bass
Richard Burgman - Guitar
Bill Bilson - Drums
For more info see the band's MySpace profile and this.
It's a Sunny Day
Sunnyboys Lyrics
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Close my eyes to think
I′m spoiled by your comforts
And rest with pleasant thoughts
Nothing ever matters
In the world of fashion anyway
Close my eyes to think
Of naked girls and smiling boys
Which will grow beneath me
Never any reason
To smash someone out of season
With my strength
No no no
Yeah
Everything looks so right
Ahh
Can't believe my eyes
Can′t believe my eyes
It's a sunny day
It's a sunny day
Oh family and friends
Close my eyes to sleep
Of old and new
And they will see
All the things around them
That′s another rumour
To help another schooner down oh no
No no no
Yeah
Everything looks so right
Ahh
Can′t believe my eyes
Can't believe my eyes
It′s a sunny day
It's a sunny day
So if you see us coming
Shout out loud
Although we′re rather tall
Shout out loud
It's a sunny day
It′s a sunny day
It's a sunny day
It's a sunny day
It′s a sunny day
It′s a sunny day
It's a sunny day
It′s a sunny day
In Sunnyboys's song "It's a Sunny Day," the lyrics paint a picture of a carefree and peaceful day. The lyrics suggest that everything is perfect and that the world doesn't seem to be suffering from any problems. The singer seems to be taking a moment to reflect on their current state of happiness, everything around them, and the people they love. The lyrics convey a sense of contentment and satisfaction that they don't want to let go of.
The first verse talks about the singer's desire to sleep, but they do not want to miss out on the luxury and comfort that surrounds them. They are grateful for everything they have and the ease in which they can think, with everything seems to make sense. The second verse talks about the purity of cool water, and how it makes them think of the beauty of life and growing up. The lyrics also focus on the singer's strength, and how they do not want to use it to harm others, or fight out of season.
The chorus lifts the mood, indicating that everything looks good on this sunny day. The singer is in awe of the beauty they see around them, and they cannot believe their eyes. The word "sunny" is repeated frequently throughout the song, acting as one of the crucial themes of the song. The song ends with the singer and their family and friends, sleeping and dreaming about the world around them.
Overall, the song's lyrics suggest a peaceful, sunny day where everything seems to be perfect. The world feels just right, and the singer is content, without any anxieties or worries of tomorrow.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh might I sleep
I wish I could just close my eyes and rest
Close my eyes to think
I close my eyes to imagine
I'm spoiled by your comforts
I've been pampered and spoiled by the good things you provide
And rest with pleasant thoughts
I relax with happy and peaceful thoughts
Nothing ever matters
The superficial world of fashion is meaningless
In the world of fashion anyway
Fashion is trivial
Oh cool clean water
I'm refreshed by the sight of cool, clean water
Of naked girls and smiling boys
I envision carefree youth frolicking happily by the water
Which will grow beneath me
I will experience the innocence and joy of youth again
Never any reason
There's no good excuse
To smash someone out of season
Violence is never justified
With my strength
Using force is not a sign of strength
No no no
Absolutely not
Yeah
Yes
Everything looks so right
Everything seems to be going well
Ahh
Exclamation of joy or satisfaction
Can't believe my eyes
I'm amazed by what I'm seeing
It's a sunny day
The weather is perfect
Oh family and friends
I think of my loved ones
Of old and new
Memories of past and present come to mind
And they will see
I hope they experience the same joy I feel
All the things around them
The beauty of the world will be noticed and appreciated
That's another rumor
That's just another falsehood
To help another schooner down oh no
To justify another drink and another drunken mistake
Yeah
Yes
So if you see us coming
If you see us approaching
Shout out loud
Let us know you see us
Although we're rather tall
Even if we are physically imposing
It's a sunny day
The good mood and perfect weather continue
It's a sunny day
The sun is shining and life is good
It's a sunny day
The day is perfect and carefree
It's a sunny day
The world is bright and full of promise
Writer(s): Jeremy Saxon Oxley
Contributed by Brody A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nikosboutzionas3046
A song against the crisis! Greetings from Greece!!!
@nixieNICLA
Great band, great song..... Shout out loud 'It's a sunny day" yeah, okay xx
@ew7298
Yeah so before my time. I worked in newtwown in 1995/and lucky enough to meet them. They owned wood fired pizza joint. Aaahhhh new town
@a01543z
I learned this song on 5/9/2014 on Rock Machine Radio. I am in the office right now. Its 6:10 the afternoon.
@davingladstone5157
I wouldn't have liked this in 1982 but I like it now. I want to hear music like this and completely escape the hip hop crap made since the early 1990s.
@peacockblue8407
dx2: 🍊 ha-ha! i feel as though i wrote your comment!! 😂
@sherylmarham3182
Love the talented oxleys so proud that they are related to my godparents
@bradwicenciak6960
A precursor to Nirvana this song . listen carefully .
@sherylmarham3182
Love the talented oxleys so proud that they are related to my godparents