Here Comes The Sun
Yo-Yo Ma & James Taylor Lyrics
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And I say it's all right
Little darling, it's been a long cold lonely winter
Little darling, it feels like years since it's been here
Here comes the sun, here comes the sun
And I say it's all right
Little darling, the smiles returning to the faces
Little darling, it seems like years since it's been here Here comes the sun, here comes the sun
Sun, sun, sun, here it comes
Sun, sun, sun, here it comes
Sun, sun, sun, here it comes
Sun, sun, sun, here it comes
Sun, sun, sun, here it comes
Little darling, I feel that ice is slowly melting
Little darling, it seems like years since it's been clear
Here comes the sun, here comes the sun
And I say it's all right
Here comes the sun, here comes the sun
It's all right, it's all right
The lyrics of "Here Comes the Sun" are all about the arrival of a new, brighter phase in life. The song starts with the announcement, "Here comes the sun," and proceeds to describe the feelings of hope and relief that come with the return of the sun. After a "long cold lonely winter," the singer tells us that "little darling, it feels like years since it's been here." But with the arrival of the sun, there is a marked change in mood - "the smiles returning to the faces" and the sun is associated with the melting of "ice" and the clearing of things that have been obscured.
The song is open to interpretation but there are clear indications that it was inspired by darker times in George Harrison's life. He wrote it soon after quitting the Beatles (in 1969), at a time when he was beginning to find his spiritual path and struggling to find his place in the world. The lyrics speak to the release of a heavy burden, the feeling that "it's all right" after a long period of difficulty. It is a testament to the fact that, even in the darkest of times, there is always the possibility of a brighter future, of new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
Here comes the sun, here comes the sun
The sun is finally rising and bringing hope after a long winter.
And I say it's all right
I feel optimistic and everything will be okay.
Little darling, it's been a long cold lonely winter
My life has been miserable and lonely lately.
Little darling, it feels like years since it's been here
I haven't felt happiness in a long time.
Little darling, the smiles returning to the faces
People are starting to feel happy and joyful again.
Little darling, it seems like years since it's been here
It's been a very long time since we've experienced such positivity.
Sun, sun, sun, here it comes
The sun is rising and illuminating everything with its light.
Little darling, I feel that ice is slowly melting
I feel like the coldness in my life is slowly dissipating.
Little darling, it seems like years since it's been clear
It's been a long time since I've felt a clear and positive outlook.
Here comes the sun, here comes the sun
The sun is bringing a new beginning and the start of something better.
It's all right, it's all right
I am reassured that things are going to be okay.
Writer(s): Larry E. James, George Harrison, Anthony Middleton, Lawrence Taylor, Len Barry, Arthur F. Austin
Contributed by Vivian P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@knarf_on_a_bike
Today was the most stressful day I've had in a long, long time. While listening to this I can feel the tension purged from my body. I feel peace, joy and gratitude. I am privileged to listen to these two masters. Thank you Yo-Yo and James; you made my day.
@elizabethdevries8028
<3
@manuelnuman
James Taylor singing a George Harrison song sounds as sweet and delightful as Carole King singing a James Taylor song. What a beautiful performance by Yo-Yo-Ma and James Taylor. It melts one emotionally...โฅ
@user-fp4ss7vv3y
So touch!
@ChefMimsy
Mr Ma is one of my musical heroes, right up there with Bernstein, who shaped my love of music when I was young. His ability and his love for all music are inspirational. James Taylor provided the "background music" of a special time in my life. I can't help but sing along when I hear that music. It brings back many fond memories and smiles.
Another great Ma collab!
@barbarawarren9443
I'm crying too hard to sing - even if I had the voice to sing. โค
@barbarawarren9443
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. I needed this more than I knew. โค
@alhambralions5985
๐ I feel that these two dear, talented souls would be delighted to know how much joy they have spread by sharing this with all of us.
@aTwistedSista
The collab I didnโt know I needed until now ๐
@Moonbeamchild8
When yo yo won the Kennedy Center Honor award, Taylor and several other amazing artists included this song in their tribute to him. It was incredible! I think you can find it on here somewhere.