Sunshine
The Avalanches Lyrics
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From up above, ove, ove
For sunshine
From up above, ove, ove
For, I fell in love
Salve, Xangô, meu Rei Senhor
Salve, meu Orixá
Sete dias para gente amar
Orixá
Orixá, orixá
Orixá, orixá
Orixá, orixá
Orixá, orixá
Tem sete cores sua cor
I fell in love on a, on a
Orixá, orixá
Tem sete cores sua cor
Sete dias para gente amar, on a sunny day
Then you went away
Turning my blue skies gray
And takin' my sunshine
I fell in love, on a sunny day
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine
From up above
It's just that I got other stuff on my mind these days
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine
The lyrics to The Avalanches's song "Sunshine" convey a sense of falling in love with someone or something that brings sunshine and happiness. The repeated phrase "I fell in love for sunshine" suggests that the singer has experienced a profound connection with this source of light and joy. The mention of "up above" further hints at the idea that this love comes from a higher, celestial place.
The lyrics then transition to a section in Portuguese, where the words "Salve, Xangô, meu Rei Senhor" can be translated as "Hail, Xangô, my King Lord." Xangô is a deity in the Afro-Brazilian religion of Candomblé associated with justice and fire. This spiritual homage adds depth to the song, implying that the love being expressed is intertwined with divine forces.
The song then returns to the chorus, emphasizing the seven colors of Xangô's presence and the metaphorical concept of love lasting for seven days. The phrase "on a sunny day" suggests that this love is experienced during moments of brightness and warmth.
However, in the latter part of the song, the lyrics take a somber turn. The line "Then you went away, turning my blue skies gray, and takin' my sunshine" implies that the source of love and happiness that was previously present is now absent, leaving the singer feeling downcast and without their sunshine. The final repetition of "Sunshine" serves as a cathartic release, expressing both longing and a sense of loss.
Overall, "Sunshine" explores the themes of love, connection, and the transient nature of happiness, weaving together elements of celestial love, spirituality, and personal longing.
Line by Line Meaning
I fell in love for sunshine
I experienced love because of the happiness and brightness it brought into my life
From up above, ove, ove
Coming from a higher place, the love I felt was pure and heavenly
For sunshine
Because of the sunshine-like love I received
I fell in love
I deeply and passionately fell in love
Salve, Xangô, meu Rei Senhor
Greetings, Xangô, my lord and king
Salve, meu Orixá
Greetings, my deity
Tem sete cores sua cor
Your color has seven shades
Sete dias para gente amar
Seven days for us to love
Orixá
Deity
Orixá, orixá
Deity, deity
Orixá, orixá
Deity, deity
Orixá, orixá
Deity, deity
Orixá, orixá
Deity, deity
Tem sete cores sua cor
Your color has seven shades
I fell in love on a, on a
I fell in love on a beautiful day
Orixá, orixá
Deity, deity
Tem sete cores sua cor
Your color has seven shades
Sete dias para gente amar, on a sunny day
Seven days for us to love, on a happy and bright day
Then you went away
Afterwards, you left
Turning my blue skies gray
Causing my once happy and vibrant days to become dull and gloomy
And takin' my sunshine
Taking away the happiness and brightness I once had
Sunshine
Happiness and joy
Sunshine
Happiness and joy
Sunshine
Happiness and joy
From up above
From a higher place, from heaven
It's just that I got other stuff on my mind these days
Currently, I have other concerns and thoughts occupying my mind
Sunshine
Happiness and joy
Sunshine
Happiness and joy
Sunshine
Happiness and joy
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Robbie Chater, Bobby Goldsboro, Sheila Young, Anthony Di Blasi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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