I sold my soul for a one night stand
I followed Alice into Wonderland
I ate the mushroom and I danced with the queen
Yeah, we danced in between all the lines
I followed daylight right into the dark
Took to the Hatter like a walk in the park
But then I met her, yeah, she felt so right
No child of the night, yeah, was she
They called her sunshine
The kind that everybody knows, yeah, yeah
Sunshine
She’s finer than a painted rose, yeah, yeah
Sunshine, yeah
Her kind of love’s what I adore
What kind of trouble am I in for?
My kind of Heaven lies at Hell’s back door
And I got more than I need
‘Cause I need sunshine
The kind that everybody knows, yeah, yeah
My sunshine
She’s finer than a painted rose, yeah, yeah
Sunshine, yeah
I got the karma but it don’t come free
I’ll chase that rabbit up an old oak tree
The caterpillar’s tryna cop a plea
But the smoke ain’t got nothing on me
I got to have my sunshine
The kind that everybody knows, yeah, yeah
The sunshine
She’s finer than a painted rose, yeah, yeah
Sunshine
The kind that everybody knows, yeah, yeah
My sunshine
She’s finer than a painted rose, yeah, yeah
Sunshine
Sunshine, yeah
Stepping Into Wonderland: Exploring ‘Sunshine’
“Sunshine” by Aerosmith is a psychedelic journey inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland, where vibrant imagery and playful metaphors blend into a modern rock narrative. The lyrics transport listeners through a surreal adventure—referencing Alice, the Mad Hatter, and other fantastical elements—reflecting a search for meaning and personal fulfillment. The central theme revolves around an intoxicating muse, ‘Sunshine,’ who shines brighter than any painted rose and offers a love that’s both tempting and mysterious. The song beautifully balances whimsy with longing, hinting at the risks and rewards of chasing something extraordinary. Ultimately, “Sunshine” is a celebration of desire and the irresistible pull of the unknown, all wrapped in Aerosmith’s signature swagger.
Song Credits
- Artist: Aerosmith
- Songwriters: Steven Tyler, Marti Frederiksen, Joe Perry
- Release Year: 2001
- Label: Columbia Records