This is one of my favorite songs. https://fnfgo.io
I can see clearly now, the rain has gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
I think I can make it now, the pain has gone
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
Here is that rainbow I've been praying for
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
Look all around, there's nothing but blue sky
Look straight ahead, nothing but blue sky
I can see clearly now, the rain has gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone're the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
Gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
Gonna be a bright, bright, bright sun-shining day
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
I think I can make it now, the pain has gone
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
Here is that rainbow I've been praying for
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
Look all around, there's nothing but blue sky
Look straight ahead, nothing but blue sky
I can see clearly now, the rain has gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone're the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
It's gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
Gonna be a bright, bright sun-shining day
Gonna be a bright, bright, bright sun-shining day
Lyrics submitted by delial, edited by penlight, DanVitaleRocks
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Wow, I believe the majority of songs ever created include some type of denotation of something either postitive or negative. Depression is a major branch of the ones who encompass pain. Although, the meaning is obvious, I think this song really goes a long way in expressing the spirit of picking one's self up. Everyone goes through trials and tribulations in their life. But it's important to remember that although tomorrow is never promised, if it comes, it's a whole new chance to live again.
And I am stunned that this song only had two comments. One of the best feel good ones ever. That is a double wow indeed.
I'm trying to change the words for our Relay for Life event. Instead of the rain is gone I would like it to say cancer's gone and it's going to be a bright cancer free day!
@penlight Well those aren't the actual lyrics. What the hell.
To me, the song is saying that it's good to be aware of all of the bad things in the world, and the trials and tribulations that one might have to go through, but to not focus on them, and instead focus on the good aspects of life.
"I can see clearly now, the rain is gone I can see all obstacles in my way" The "rain" here refers to troubles that he was personally going through, but even though he got through those personal troubles, there's still plenty of bad things going on in the world, obstacles for living a good life.
"Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind It's gonna be a bright sun-shiny day." However, even though there are obstacles in his way, he remembers that his personal troubles have faded and for him, he's going to be able to enjoy a sunny day.
"I think I can make it now, the pain is gone All of the bad feelings have disappeared Here is that rainbow I've been prayin' for." All of these lines produce an image of pushing forward and breaking through the strife you might have in your life. Forward momentum, riding atop a cheerful rainbow with good vibes carrying oneself forward.
"Look all around, there's nothin' but blue skies" This line, to me, is saying that even with the obstacles one might face, if you look around there's plenty of good to focus on as well.
"Look straight ahead, nothin' but blue skies" Again, references to forward momentum, pushing through bad times and focusing on the good, on the "blue skies".
I like to hear what the lyrics mean to the listener. Variety is a spice of life. :)
penlight decided to change all the lyrics (9 years ago) to ones they thought "sounded better" instead of what they actually are. Although cancer might be bad, the actual lyrics don't talk about it. No wonder half the lyrics on this site are wrong all the time.
This song has away of making me feel free and good no matter what. :)
Beautiful and moving song. I know everyone says it's upbeat, but in my opinion the mood is ambivalent. This makes me think that the person has dealt with major hardship and/or sadness and is now trying to convince himself that it is all going to be better, but there is an undertone of doubt and sadness nonetheless.
Simply put, the rain and obstacles are created by the fearful mind. When the mind frees itself of its restrictions, suddenly it becomes in tune with life, and everything is laid out before you. "Look all around, nothing but blue sky" is you finally becoming in touch with God.
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Oh man this song gets stuck in my head all the time. It's one of those things where you hate it, but at the same time it's fantastic lol