It often just happens without an… Read Full Bio ↴You can't plan for a new beginning.
It often just happens without any warning or notice. There's no time for preparation. However, if
you embrace it with an open heart and mind, everything can change for the better.
Ever since 2004, production powerhouse and platinum-selling eclectic pop unit The Cataracs had
been a duo—Niles and David. However, in the summer of 2012, after the release of the sizzling
hot Gordo Taqueria [Indie-Pop/Republic Records] and its fiery lead single "All You" featuring
Kaskade and Waka Flocka Flame, David decided to follow a lifelong dream and travel the world,
effectively leaving The Cataracs a one-man unit. Niles dusted himself off and kept forging ahead
though.
"It left me really vulnerable and anxious for a minute," he admits. "It also gave me the
opportunity to come into my own as a solo act and even realize the initial vision that I had for
The Cataracs. I like creating intelligent dance music that makes people move. That's what I've
wanted to do since the beginning. Campa and I weren't always on the same page about that.
Now, I have an even clearer understanding of what The Cataracs is, and I'm making the best
music I've ever made."
That's a bold claim, but it's true. From day one, Niles had served as the group's producer and
produced other artists under the moniker "The Cataracs". He was behind the immortal beat for
Far East Movement's "Like a G6" featuring Dev. The track became a worldwide phenomenon,
surpassing digital sales of 3 million and topping the Billboard Hot 100. It also kick-started the
careers of Far East Movement and Dev and created unanimous demand for production from
Niles.
From there, he worked the board for Dev's platinum smash "In the Dark" as well her entire major
label debut, The Night the Sun Came Up, Snoop Dogg's saucy "Wet", and other tracks from the
likes of Enrique Iglesias, Usher, 50 Cent, New Boyz, and more. He's also been sought out by
everyone from E-40 to David Guetta.
At the same time, honing his two-prong vision for The Cataracs, he's pushing the boundaries of
pop. On his solo material, he cooks up an infectious concoction of sexy dance music with lo-fi
hip hop swagger and undeniable pop bliss. In November and December, Niles will be releasing
a free track every week leading up to the debut of a yet to be titled free EP.
The next chapter of The Cataracs has kicked off with a bang, and it's only just begun.
"I've got confidence like I've never had before," enthuses Niles. "I want fans to walk away from
my music with something they're not getting anywhere else. I want to break the fucking boring
static coming out of the radio. I want to give people addictive, catchy songs. That's what I love to
do."
The Sun
The Cataracs Lyrics
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And theres clouds above my head
When the rains comin down
I need something to dry my tears
Don't you know I'm lookin for a lil happiness on my own
I wanna run but I ain't got no place to go
I say hey it's okay like he really did lost his flow
I took a wrong turn and just cant go
Yesterday was much too tired
I couldn't wait to close my eyes till the morning
But all of a sudden I felt something inside now
I can see the sun and a blue sky,
It was a brand new day when I opened my eyes this morning
I can feel the wind go by
I woke up when the sky was gray
I woke up and I fight the pain
Then the darkness washed away
And I can see the sun feel it
I woke up when the sky was gray
I woke up and I fight the pain
Then the darkness washed away
And I can see the sun feel it
CampaWater trickles down my face as I stand in the pouring rain
and its crazy
Well it's crazy, I know
I got no direction lookin for a ffection leads to rejection
I'm lazy, I know, I know
But then I feel it, and then I see it
I can't conceal it
I've got to free it
So fuck anybody trynna bring me down
I got paradise dreams homie look around
It's amazing, what we are creating, biatch!
Yesterday was much too tired
I couldn't wait to close my eyes till the morning
But all of a sudden I felt something inside now
I can see the sun and a blue sky,
It was a brand new day when I opened my eyes this morning
I can feel the wind go by
I woke up when the sky was gray
I woke up and I fight the pain
Then the darkness washed away
And I can see the sun feel it
I woke up when the sky was gray
I woke up and I fight the pain
Then the darkness washed away
And I can see the sun feel it
The lyrics to The Cataracs's song "The Sun" express the desire for happiness and freedom from pain. The singer is feeling lost and unsure, with clouds and rain above, and is in need of something to dry their tears. They long to run away but have nowhere to go. They acknowledge that they may have taken a wrong turn and are struggling to find their way.
But suddenly, something shifts. The singer wakes up to a brand new day and sees the sun and a blue sky. There is a sense of renewal, as the darkness is washed away and the pain is fought. The singer feels the wind and is able to see and feel the sun. They embrace their paradise dreams and reject anyone who tries to bring them down.
The overall message of the song is one of hope and optimism, despite the struggles and challenges that life can present. It encourages listeners to keep fighting and seeking happiness, even in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh when my things rollin up
When everything seems to be going wrong for me
And theres clouds above my head
When I'm feeling down and helpless
When the rains comin down
When my life is full of problems and challenges
I need something to dry my tears
I need to find something or someone to make me feel better
Don't you know I'm lookin for a lil happiness on my own
I'm searching for happiness by myself and not relying on anyone else
I wanna run but I ain't got no place to go
I feel the need to escape my problems but I don't know where to go
I say hey it's okay like he really did lost his flow
I'm trying to convince myself that everything will be alright even though I don't believe it
I took a wrong turn and just cant go
I made a mistake and it's affecting where I am in life now
Water trickles down my face as I stand in the pouring rain
I'm crying in the rain
and its crazy
It's overwhelming
Well it's crazy, I know
I'm aware that it's overwhelming
I got no direction lookin for a ffection leads to rejection
I'm lost and searching for love, which has resulted in rejection
I'm lazy, I know, I know
I'm aware that I'm not putting in the effort I should be
But then I feel it, and then I see it
But then I experience a positive change and can see things clearly
I can't conceal it
I can't hide my newfound positivity
I've got to free it
I need to let it out and express myself
So fuck anybody trynna bring me down
I don't care about people who try to bring me down
I got paradise dreams homie look around
I have dreams of paradise and I see the potential for it in my surroundings
It's amazing, what we are creating, biatch!
I'm amazed by what I'm able to create and achieve
Yesterday was much too tired
I was exhausted and overwhelmed yesterday
I couldn't wait to close my eyes till the morning
I couldn't wait for the day to end
But all of a sudden I felt something inside now
But suddenly, I feel a positive change within me
I can see the sun and a blue sky,
I can see a brighter and more positive future
It was a brand new day when I opened my eyes this morning
I woke up feeling like it was a new day and a new start
I can feel the wind go by
I can feel the fresh start and positive energy around me
I woke up when the sky was gray
I woke up feeling down and sad
I woke up and I fight the pain
I woke up and decided to confront and overcome my pain
Then the darkness washed away
Then my negative emotions and thoughts disappeared
And I can see the sun feel it
And I can now see and feel the positivity and potential in my life
I woke up when the sky was gray
I woke up feeling down and sad
I woke up and I fight the pain
I woke up and decided to confront and overcome my pain
Then the darkness washed away
Then my negative emotions and thoughts disappeared
And I can see the sun feel it
And I can now see and feel the positivity and potential in my life
Contributed by Elijah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jay Löwen
Sad I can’t find this album online anymore. Had all their shit on my last laptop but it broke fml
Simone Cavazzuti
same :// this album was real good
Stephanie G
I been looking for this song for so long 😭😭
Today is a good day
D yard Sale
Heard this song during closing credits of "craigslist tv ep 111 Rent My Couch! - Must Love Dogs" . Had to find this song.
plums666
lovethis(:
Jenay Jauregui
awwww that one person has never seen the sun before!!!