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".
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".