Sunny Skies
James Taylor
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Sunny Skies sleeps in the morning He doesn't know when to rise He closes his weary eyes upon the day Look at him yawning Throwing his morning hours away He knows how to ease down slowly Everything is fine in the end And you will be pleased to know That Sunny Skies hasn't a friend Sunny Skies weeps in the evening It doesn't much matter why I guess he just has to cry from time to time Everyone's leaving And Sunny Skies has to stay behind Still he knows how to ease down slow, no Everything is fine in the end And you will be pleased to know That Sunny Skies hasn't a friend Sunny skies sleeps in the morning He doesn't know when to rise He closes his weary eyes upon the day And throws it all away Looking at the snow and trees that grow Outside my window Looking at the things that passed me by Wondering if where I've been is worth The things I've been through Ending with a friend named Sunny Skies
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Written by: JAMES TAYLOR, JAMES V TAYLOR
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10 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundJames Taylor is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist who became known for his soulful, mellow style in the 1970s.
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Album Information"Sunny Skies" is one of the songs featured in James Taylor's breakthrough album, "Sweet Baby James" released in 1970.
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Song InspirationThe song, "Sunny Skies," mirrors Taylor's personal journey at the time, addressing his struggles with drug addiction and mental health.
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Lyrical ExplorationThe lyrics depict a hopeful journey towards betterment, signifying Taylor's endeavor to recover and regain control of his life.
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Song's StyleEven though the lyrics detail serious struggles, the song is known for its cheerful, up-tempo beat — a contrast that has intrigued many listeners.
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Sanctioned Recognition"Sweet Baby James," the album containing "Sunny Skies," is certified triple-platinum.
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LegacyJames Taylor's influence on the music industry through songs like "Sunny Skies" has been so profound that he was named as one of Rolling Stone’s "100 Greatest Artists of All Time."
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Unique InstrumentationOne of the notable musical elements of "Sunny Skies" is the use of a banjo, an instrument not commonly associated with pop or rock music.
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Interesting Fact"Sunny Skies" is known for being one of the few songs, where James Taylor performs a scat solo towards the end.
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Impactful MessageDespite its name suggesting otherwise, "Sunny Skies" is ultimately about overcoming darkness and seeking the light amidst adversity, making it a timeless message embraced by many fans.
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