Matisyahu - Sunshine Lyrics
Lyrics
Keep on moving to the first rays of dawn
Keeping it on till the sun moves on
Keepin till the night time all along
On and on- I keep singing my song
I said, these ways aren't those ways
Sometimes I get so fased
But just know that ill always stay
Cause your my light through the haze
Its time for a champion
Soothe the soul of the land
Mend the heart from the sea and the sand
Until the sun comes up again x2
Reach for the sky
Keep your eye on the prize
Forever by my side
Your my golden sunshine
Fits raining in your mind
So push those clouds aside
Forever by my side
Your my golden sun
Sunset I let myself down
Found the ground beneath my heart gone
No more words were there to speak
On that day my song was born
Never meant to leave you all alone
Said I'd be your shelter from the storm
Now your clothes have all been torn
Kingdom sacked attacked and dethroned
Its time for a champion
Soothe the soul of the land
Mend the heart from the sea and the sand
Until the sun comes up again x2
Reach for the sky
Keep your eye on the prize
Forever by my side
Your my golden sunshine
Fits raining in your mind
So push those clouds aside
Forever by my side
Your my golden sun
It's the way of the world
Your on your own
Time to grow and be a man
Want to fly high like peter pan
No more never never land
So loose your backpack filled with sand
Come along now take my hand
We'll walk together- walk forever
Reach for the sky
Keep your eye on the prize
Forever by my side
Your my golden sunshine
Fits raining in your mind
So push those clouds aside
Forever by my side
Your my golden sun
Reach for the sky
Keep your eye on the prize
Forever by my side
Your my golden sunshine
Fits raining in your mind
So push the clouds aside
Forever by my side
Your my golden sunshine
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Matisyahu - Sunshine
Meaning & Inspiration
Matisyahu's "Sunshine," released on June 21, 2012, is a powerful testament to faith's ability to illuminate even the darkest of times, drawing deeply from the wellspring of Jewish tradition and its profound connection to the Holy Scriptures. The song’s core message is one of unwavering hope and the enduring presence of Divine light, a theme that resonates throughout the biblical narrative. Just as Psalms declares, "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?" (Psalm 27:1), Matisyahu conveys a similar conviction that even when circumstances are challenging, a deeper, eternal sunshine, a spiritual radiance, is always accessible. This isn't a fleeting happiness, but a foundational peace that stems from recognizing God's guiding hand. The lyrics encourage a shift in perspective, urging the listener to look beyond the immediate struggles and perceive the overarching goodness and divine plan at work. This is akin to how the prophet Isaiah spoke of God’s unfailing faithfulness, stating, "For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you" (Isaiah 54:10). The song masterfully captures this sentiment, reminding us that true well-being is not contingent on outward success or the absence of tribulation, but on an internal alignment with the Divine. It speaks to the spiritual resilience found in trusting that, through all seasons of life, a benevolent light persists, offering guidance and solace. This enduring radiance is presented not as a reward for perfection, but as an inherent gift, freely available to those who open their hearts to its transformative power, much like the concept of God’s grace, which is a constant, unwavering source of strength and renewal for believers across all generations.