The Sun

Portugal The Man's song 'The Sun' is a poetic exploration of existence, time, and our place in the universe. The lyrics invite listeners to look beyond the mundane and consider the cosmic scale of life. The opening lines, 'If you look real high you just might find / Sitting in the stars, glistening, glistening,' suggest a sense of wonder and curiosity about the universe. The imagery of stars and waiting for a band or man to come hints at a larger, perhaps divine, orchestration of events.

The recurring theme of descending from the sun to earth and dealing with 'things like time' reflects the human condition. We are 'born of earth and light like all the others,' emphasizing our connection to the natural world and the cosmos. This line suggests that love and existence are universal experiences, shared by all beings. The song also touches on the concept of time, with the moon singing about the universe and declaring, 'I don't need time, I breathe in time.' This could be interpreted as a commentary on the fluidity of time and our perception of it.

The darker imagery in the latter part of the song, such as 'mixing up that hell to come' and 'fixing up to swallow me whole,' introduces a sense of impending doom or existential dread. This contrast between the celestial and the terrestrial, the light and the dark, adds depth to the song's exploration of life's complexities. The repeated question, 'Where are we now?' serves as a poignant reminder of our ongoing search for meaning and place in the universe.