Sunday
Y'akoto Lyrics


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You don't have to be alone on a Sunday
It's family time and you ain't got one
I'll take a cab, it would take me
Seventeen minutes or eighteen, depending on traffic

People are slow
Cars are creeping
Might take me longer
Hang in there
And I'll come

I'll hold you
I'll tell you one joke or two
Oh I'll come
I'll make you laugh

You don't have to be so strong
Some days are lonely
So I'll come along
You don't have to be alone on a Sunday
You don't have to be alone on a Sunday

You don't have to be alone on a Sunday
I'll rush down to yours and we'll have dinner or so
Maybe we can watch a movie
Or you tell me about that night you got wasted and high

Or you can just make me hold you
I'll tell you one joke or two
Or just, make you laugh, laugh

You don't have to be so strong
Some days are lonely
So I'll come along
You don't have to be alone on a Sunday
You don't have to be alone on a Sunday




You don't have to be alone on a Sunday
You don't have to be alone on a Sunday

Overall Meaning

In "Sunday," Y'akoto sings about being there for someone who may be lonely on a Sunday. She acknowledges that not everyone has a family to spend time with on this day, but assures her friend that they don't have to be alone. Y'akoto offers to take a cab to her friend's place, despite the possibility of traffic, to be there and make them feel better. She promises to hold them, tell them jokes, or simply make them laugh. The song's message is one of empathy and support, reminding listeners that they don't have to face their struggles alone.


The song's lyrics are straightforward and heartfelt, but Y'akoto's soulful voice adds depth to the message. The gentle guitar instrumentation in the background adds to the song's emotional impact. The song's sentiment is universal, with many people likely having experienced loneliness on a Sunday, or any day. The song encourages listeners to reach out to their friends and loved ones, reminding them that they are not alone.


Line by Line Meaning

You don't have to be alone on a Sunday
It's okay to want company on a Sunday, even if you don't have a family or close friends nearby.


It's family time and you ain't got one
Sundays are traditionally seen as a day for family to spend time together, but not everyone has that option.


I'll take a cab, it would take me
I'm willing to go out of my way to come see you.


Seventeen minutes or eighteen, depending on traffic
I'm giving you an idea of how long it will take me to get to you, so you know when to expect me.


People are slow
There may be delays or obstacles on my journey, but I'm still coming.


Cars are creeping
Traffic might be heavy or slow, but I won't let that stop me from getting to you.


Might take me longer
I acknowledge that there may be unforeseen circumstances that cause a delay, but you can count on me to come.


Hang in there
I am reminding you to be patient and not give up hope for my arrival.


And I'll come
I promise to come to you and spend time with you.


I'll hold you
I want to offer you physical comfort and support.


I'll tell you one joke or two
I want to make you laugh and bring some lightness to your day.


Oh I'll come
I am reassuring you that I will make the effort to be there for you.


You don't have to be so strong
I see that you may be struggling and I want to support you emotionally.


Some days are lonely
Loneliness is a common feeling, especially on Sundays when many people spend time with their families.


So I'll come along
I am offering myself as a companion to help alleviate your loneliness.


I'll rush down to yours and we'll have dinner or so
I want to make a plan to spend time with you and share a meal together.


Maybe we can watch a movie
I am suggesting an activity we can do together to pass the time and enjoy each other's company.


Or you tell me about that night you got wasted and high
I want to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to express yourself and share your experiences with me.


Or you can just make me hold you
If you don't feel like talking, I still want to provide physical comfort and a sense of closeness.


Or just, make you laugh, laugh
I want to make you smile and enjoy the moment without any expectations or pressure.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: HAILE DASTA JUDEA EZECHIEL JNO BAPTISTE, JENNIFER YAA AKOTO KIECK, MATTEO CAPREOLI

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