Sunlight
The Mowgli`s Lyrics


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Well, you can find me on a good day laughing 'till the sun comes up
Another California summer, whiskey in a plastic cup
But everybody is an actor, be hard to give it up
And now they're working at the bars making drinks for kids like us

Can you save me on your old man's porch, she's talking me up
Don't know what to say, I really doubt my fall, I don't know enough
Now, I've been waiting, but I'm so caught up in my own fuss
I need to be related but I feel so distant from everyone

We've been waiting our whole lives
Carried away with the hard times
I don't wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We're all waiting for the sunlight

I've been hanging out of my head, instead of getting wasted
And I've got more trouble about than you, I can taste it
Oh, look at the state I'm in, why am I complaining?
I should be taking on this wisdom
Giving it to everyone, every daughter, every son

We've been waiting our whole lives
Carried away with the hard times
I don't wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We're all waiting for the sunlight

We've been waiting our whole lives
Carried away with the hard times
I don't wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We're all waiting for the sunlight
We're all waiting for the sunlight
Don't wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We're all waiting for the sunlight





You can find me on a good day laughing 'till the sun comes up

Overall Meaning

The Mowgli's “Sunlight” expresses the desire for a break from the difficulties of life and a longing for the carefree nature of the past. The first verse describes a scene of partying in California, where the singer is drinking whiskey and enjoying the summer, but is surrounded by people who are all pretending to be someone else. The second verse introduces a woman who is trying to engage the singer in conversation but he lacks the confidence to participate. He’s caught up in his own thoughts but is yearning to be connected with others. The chorus then repeats the sentiment that everyone is waiting for something, with a yearning for the sun to come out and bring a sense of peace and happiness.


The song captures the idea of wanting to escape from the mundane and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. It also explores the difficulties of social anxiety and the feeling of being disconnected from others. The line “I should be taking on this wisdom, giving it to everyone, every daughter, every son” highlights the desire to share knowledge and positivity with others and create a sense of belonging in the world. Ultimately, the song portrays a search for meaning and purpose in the midst of chaos.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, you can find me on a good day laughing 'till the sun comes up
On happy days, I find joy in the simple things, like laughter, and I revel in the freedom that the sun can represent.


Another California summer, whiskey in a plastic cup
The California summer is a symbol of relaxation and leisure, and I enjoy it while sipping whiskey in a plastic cup.


But everybody is an actor, be hard to give it up
People play a role in society, and it's difficult to escape that social persona.


And now they're working at the bars making drinks for kids like us
Many young people work in bars, like the one I frequent, serving drinks to their peers.


Can you save me on your old man's porch, she's talking me up
I need help from someone I trust, and she is telling me that she believes in me.


Don't know what to say, I really doubt my fall, I don't know enough
I am unsure of what to say, and I don't have enough knowledge to confidently navigate the situation.


Now, I've been waiting, but I'm so caught up in my own fuss
I have been waiting for something to happen, but I am too focused on my own problems to see it.


I need to be related but I feel so distant from everyone
I yearn to connect with others, but I feel like an outsider and struggle to form meaningful relationships.


We've been waiting our whole lives
As a society, we often feel like we are waiting for something to happen, some greater purpose to be fulfilled.


Carried away with the hard times
The struggles we face in life can be all-consuming and make it difficult to see the good things that are happening around us.


I don't wanna wait for something right
I don't want to sit idly by and wait for something to happen that may never come to fruition.


Gotta get out, get out tonight
I need to take action and move forward, starting as soon as tonight.


We're all waiting for the sunlight
We are all waiting for that moment or opportunity that will burst through the metaphorical clouds and bring us happiness and fulfillment.


I've been hanging out of my head, instead of getting wasted
Rather than engaging in harmful behaviors to forget my problems, I have been introspective and trying to work through my issues.


And I've got more trouble about than you, I can taste it
I am dealing with more problems than is immediately evident, and they are weighing heavily on me.


Oh, look at the state I'm in, why am I complaining?
I realize that I am not in a good state, and I question why I am complaining about things that could be considered trivial in comparison to larger issues.


I should be taking on this wisdom
I should be learning from my experiences and taking that knowledge forward to make better decisions.


Giving it to everyone, every daughter, every son
I want to share the knowledge I gain with everyone, so that they too may benefit from it.


Don't wanna wait for something right
I am not content to just wait around for something to happen without putting in effort to make it happen myself.


We're all waiting for the sunlight
We all want that shining moment of clarity and happiness that will make all our struggles and waiting worth it.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANDREW I WARREN, COLIN DIEDEN, DAVID NAFTALI APPELBAUM, JOSHUA HOGAN, KATHRYN JAYNE EARL, MATTHEW DAVID DIPANNI, SPENCER TRENT GONGWER

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Sunlight

The Mowgli's

Well, you can find me on a good day laughing ‘till the sun comes up
Another California summer, whiskey in a plastic cup
But everybody is an actor, be hard to give it up
And now they’re working at the bars making drinks for kids like us

Can you save me on your old man’s porch, she’s talking me up
Don't know what to say, I really doubt my fall, I don’t know enough
Now, I’ve been waiting, but I’m so caught up in my own fuss
I need to be related but I feel so distant from everyone

We’ve been waiting our whole lives
Carried away with the hard times
I don’t wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We’re all waiting for the sunlight

I’ve been hanging out of my head, instead of getting wasted
And I’ve got more trouble about than you, I can taste it
Oh, look at the state I’m in, why am I complaining?
I should be taking on this wisdom
Giving it to everyone, every daughter, every son

We’ve been waiting our whole lives
Carried away with the hard times
I don’t wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We’re all waiting for the sunlight

We’ve been waiting our whole lives
Carried away with the hard times
I don’t wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We’re all waiting for the sunlight
We’re all waiting for the sunlight
Don’t wanna wait for something right
Gotta get out, get out tonight
We’re all waiting for the sunlight

You can find me on a good day laughing 'till the sun comes up

Songwriters: Andrew I Warren / Colin Dieden / David Naftali Appelbaum / Joshua Hogan / Kathryn Jayne Earl / Matthew David Dipanni / Spencer Trent Gongwer

Sunlight lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.



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Julia Czekierda

We must show the world that they are brilliant!!!<3

jasper kane

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Solutions Within

The songs are so well written too, not boring like a lot of radio stuff. They tell an actual cool story. I can't find anything wrong with this band!!! theyre amazing. and it's what the world needs right now to loosen up with a positive message.

Connor Corde

The Mowgli's should be at the top of the charts EVERY SINGLE TIME. You guys are amazing and always put me in a good mood when I'm having a bad day. Thank you for being so incredibly awesome.

Royce Leii

This song is amazing live

laynie d

+Roy Carr TRUE OMG

Solutions Within

Drums: amazing. Singing: amazing: Guitar: amazing Bass: amazing, Rock, positive, smooth, super edgy. Even feel a bit of a Zep vibe!! What more does anyone want???

Fraz Lago

this band should be recognized!

jasper kane

imperator primus in training is trying... lets see if it works..

Charles Sparks

I love this album so much 😌.

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