Sunshine

Patrice

About Sunshine

Pretty Mary Sunshine was a band formed in Seattle, Washington in March 1993. Almost as quickly as they were formed, they were signed to A&M Records. Instead of unifying the five piece, being signed to a major record label hastened their disintegration. "PMS" was contracted to produce two albums for A&M Records but they only "officially" released one. What was intended to be their first album was recorded in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma by Record producer Keith Cleversley (one time producer of The Flaming Lips). The only song from the ill-fated "Oklahoma sessions" that A&M Records released, was "Can I Stay?" (featured in the cult movie soundtrack of S. F. W.). In an attempt to market Pretty Mary Sunshine as an indie-rock band, A&M Records also released two previously recorded tracks from the band's demo tape recorded at the Electric Eel Studio, in Seattle. "Bird Medicine" - the full-length disc the band did manage to release was recorded at A&M Studio "C" in the Winter of 1994-1995. The band was completely dissatisfied with the recording process in Hollywood, with tensions between Kurt & Patrice escalating as the producers steered the band into a sound neither liked. "Bird Medicine" was released with no marketing, support or promotion from A&M. The release date was held back for nearly a year due to attorney squabbles about credits in the liner notes. The band supported the release of this album solely to fulfill contractual obligations with a disastrous tour of the United States in 1995. 


Year:
2004
5:01
50 

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And when I feel 
Life's heavy labors calling. 
I make my self 
Light as-light 
I think of things 
As they come to me 
Without warning 
A train of thoughts passing through on the tracks 

[Chorus]
Sunshine 
We be cruising, 
It's in our music 
That's where the truth is 
Cause we have done 
That 'cause we haven't been there 
I want to go there 
Cause we will run that, 
I want to go for real 

See the sun shine 
In winter time see snow falling in summer time 
It's all crazy like our minds 
All this anger makes us blind. 
For all these poisons that are mine 
I know I can not rewind 
As I struggle to be more kind 
As the train lies 
And I mess around 
I'm so young but not without a sound, 
Been seen double,keeping me down 
I fiddle with a thought 
But not without a sound 

[Chorus]

(I want to feel it, 
I want to be there, 
I want you to feel it, 
The way that I feel it. 
Don't you conceal it, 
Come on reveal it, 
You better kiss me 
You better love your self.) 

My body and your body 
Can fuse into one 
Shadow on the wall. 
Your body and my body 
Produce somebody 
A sound-body. 
Just look what we conjured 
Out of nowhere like the notes 
That thrill the air 

[Chorus]

(I want to feel it, 
I want to be there, 
I want you to feel it, 
The way that I feel it. 
Don't you conceal it, 
Come on reveal it, 
You better kiss me 
You better love your self)

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Patrice

Patrice is a given name meaning noble or patrician, related to the names Patrick and Patricia. In English, Patrice is often a feminine first name. In French it is used as a masculine first name. more »

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Written by: CAMERON MC VEY, PATRICE BART-WILLIAMS, PAUL SIMM

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Sunshine" by Patrice falls into the genre of Reggae which is known for laid-back rhythms and Caribbean roots.
Release Date
It's significant to note that Sunshine was released in 2003. The year is critical in Patrice's discography as it corresponds with his debut album, "Ancient Spirit," release year.
Album Link
"Sunshine" is part of Patrice's debut album "Ancient Spirit." The album marked his emergence in the music industry, especially within the reggae scene.
Career Impact
"Sunshine" significantly contributed to the popularity of Patrice, solidifying his place as a renowned reggae artist.
Lyric Theme
The lyrics revolve around positivity, love, and embracing the light and warmth of "sunshine." It's meant to inspire listeners and bring up a positive feeling.
Chart Performance
"Sunshine" became one of Patrice’s biggest hits, propelling his album "Ancient Spirit" to top positions on different music chart lists, including Germany and France.
Live Performances
"Sunshine" has been performed by Patrice on numerous stages worldwide, gaining acclaim for its lively rendition and the positive energy it tends to evoke.
Iconic Line
An iconic line from the song is, "you are my sunshine," which is often quoted and used as an expression of love and endearment.
Artistic Style
The song combines reggae's classic beats with an infusion of pop and soul, making it a unique addition to the reggae music scene.
Music Video
The music video for "Sunshine" carries equally positive and uplifting visual elements, further enhancing the overall mood of the song.
Language
Despite Patrice being a German-Nigerian artist, "Sunshine" is sung entirely in English, making it globally accessible and relatable.
Cultural Impact
The upbeat rhythm and optimistic lyrics of "Sunshine" have led it to become a staple song in many summer playlists worldwide.

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