Gordon Lightfoot – Sundown

About the song

A Song of Twilight and Hope: Gordon Lightfoot’s “Sundown”

In the realm of folk music, few artists have achieved the enduring legacy of Gordon Lightfoot. With his poignant lyrics and gentle melodies, Lightfoot has crafted songs that have resonated with listeners for decades. Among his vast repertoire of hits, “Sundown” stands as a timeless masterpiece, capturing the essence of twilight and the bittersweet emotions it evokes.

As Dusk Descends

The song opens with a delicate guitar riff, painting a serene picture of the sun setting over the horizon. Lightfoot’s voice enters, warm and melancholic, as he begins to weave a tale of love, loss, and the passage of time.

“As the sun goes down and shadows grow long I remember when we were young and strong”

Memories Painted in Twilight Hues

“Sundown” is a song steeped in nostalgia, as Lightfoot reminisces about a love that has faded with the setting sun. The lyrics transport listeners back to a time of youthful innocence and carefree romance, a time when the world seemed full of endless possibilities.

“We were in love, we were so in love And I held you close, never thinking of the time”

A Symphony of Sorrow and Hope

As the song progresses, the mood shifts from wistful nostalgia to one of quiet sorrow. Lightfoot laments the loss of his love and the inevitable changes that time brings. The music swells with emotion, reflecting the depth of the singer’s heartache.

“But now the sun’s gone down and the day is done And I’m all alone, my love is gone”

Yet, amidst the sorrow, there is a glimmer of hope. Lightfoot acknowledges the pain of loss but also finds solace in the memories that remain. He recognizes that while love may fade, the beauty of shared experiences can never be truly erased.

“And though the night is dark and the road is long I know that I’ll carry on, I’ll never go wrong”

A Timeless Classic

“Sundown” is a testament to Gordon Lightfoot’s enduring artistry. With its evocative lyrics, melancholic melodies, and heartfelt vocals, the song captures the universal human experience of love, loss, and the bittersweet passage of time. It is a song that resonates deeply with listeners, offering solace and reminding us that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter dawn.

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Lyrics

“Sundown”

 

I can see her lying back in her satin dress
In a room where you do what you don’t confess

Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping ’round my back stairs
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping ’round my back stairs

She’s been looking like a queen in a sailor’s dream
And she don’t always say what she really means

Sometimes I think it’s a shame
When I get feeling better when I’m feeling no pain
Sometimes I think it’s a shame
When I get feeling better when I’m feeling no pain

I can picture every move that a man could make
Getting lost in her loving is your first mistake

Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping ’round my back stairs
Sometimes I think it’s a sin
When I feel like I’m winning when I’m losing again

I can see her looking fast in her faded jeans
She’s a hard loving woman, got me feeling mean

Sometimes I think it’s a shame
When I get feeling better when I’m feeling no pain
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping ’round my back stairs
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping ’round my back stairs
Sometimes I think it’s a sin
When I feel like I’m winning when I’m losing again