Ain't No Sunshine
Absence's Echo: Ain't No SunshineLyrics
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Acknowledges a sense of emptiness and sadness when she is not present.
It's not warm when she's away
Describes the absence of warmth and comfort when she is away.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the theme of darkness and gloom when she is not around.
And she's always gone too long
Expresses the prolonged duration of her absence, emphasizing the impact.
Anytime she goes away
Highlights the negative effect on the atmosphere whenever she leaves.
Wonder this time where she's gone
Questions her whereabouts this time, indicating a sense of uncertainty.
Wonder if she's gone to stay
Speculates whether her departure is permanent, suggesting concern and longing.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the sadness and lack of sunshine during her absence.
And this house just ain't no home
Describes the emotional impact on the home, portraying it as joyless without her.
Anytime she goes away
Underlines the recurring theme of emptiness whenever she is away.
I know, I know, I know, I know,
Repeated acknowledgment of understanding the situation, emphasizing the depth of feeling.
I know, I know, I know, I know,
-I know, know, know, know, know,
-I know, I know,
-Hey I ought to leave
Suggests a realization that leaving her might be the right choice.
I ought to leave her alone
Recognizes the need to distance oneself from her, possibly for emotional well-being.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reiterates the impact of her absence on the overall atmosphere and mood.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Reaffirms the recurring theme of darkness and emptiness without her presence.
Only darkness every day
Emphasizes the continuous state of darkness experienced every day in her absence.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Repeats the idea that there is no sunshine when she is gone.
And this house just ain't no home
Highlights the impact on the home environment, portraying it as devoid of warmth.
Anytime she goes away
Reiterates the negative consequences whenever she leaves.
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