Lyrics
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Acknowledges the absence of positive emotions or brightness when the person referred to as "she" is not present.
It's not warm when she's away
Highlights the emotional coldness or lack of warmth experienced in the absence of the person.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the idea that the singer feels a sense of darkness or emptiness when "she" is not around.
And she's always gone too long
Expresses the prolonged duration of the person's absence, emphasizing the impact on the singer.
Anytime she goes away
Underlines the negative impact on the atmosphere whenever the person leaves.
Wonder this time where she's gone
Raises questions about the whereabouts of the person, suggesting uncertainty or concern.
Wonder if she's gone to stay
Speculates on whether the person has left permanently, adding to the uncertainty and emotional tension.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the theme of darkness and emotional void in the absence of the person.
And this house just ain't no home
Describes the impact on the singer's living environment, emphasizing the absence of a sense of home.
Anytime she goes away
Repeats the idea that the departure of the person significantly affects the singer's emotional state.
And I know, I know, I know, I know,
Conveys a deep sense of knowing and understanding the emotional impact of the person's absence, expressed through repetition.
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know,
-Hey, I'm gonna leave young thing alone
Indicates a decision to distance oneself from a young thing but doesn't alleviate the emotional void caused by the absence of the person.
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the idea that the singer experiences a lack of sunshine or positive feelings when the person is gone.
Only darkness every day
Emphasizes the persistent darkness or emotional emptiness felt every day in the person's absence.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the prolonged nature of the person's absence, emphasizing its negative impact.
And she's always gone too long
Stresses the recurring emotional impact whenever the person goes away.
Anytime she goes away
Repeats the questioning about the person's whereabouts, indicating ongoing uncertainty and concern.
Wonder this time where she's gone
Reiterates the wonder about the person's location, suggesting a lack of clarity or information.
Wonder if she's gonna stay
Raises the question of whether the person will stay, adding to the emotional uncertainty.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the central theme that there is no sunshine or positivity when the person is absent.
And this house just ain't no home
Highlights the impact on the singer's living space, emphasizing the absence of a sense of home.
Anytime she goes away
Repeats the idea that the person's departure significantly affects the singer's emotional state.
And I know, I know, I know, I know,
Repeats the expression of deep understanding and awareness of the emotional impact, reinforcing the intensity of the emotions.
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
-I know, I know,
Concludes with a final affirmation of the singer's profound knowledge and awareness of the emotional void caused by the person's absence.
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