Don't Be Sad 'cause Your Sun Is Down
James Taylor · Other Songs - James Taylor
Don't be sad 'cause your sun is down
You can rise above it
Don't be sad 'cause you're on your own
You have to learn to love it
Don't be sad 'cause your sun is down
You're gonna find your way
Don't be sad 'cause your day is done
There's another dayeveryday
(chorus)
Everyday I wake up just the same
Waiting for something new
Every night I have myself to blame
For the dreams that haven't come true
But especially today I'm feeling blue
Don't be sad 'cause your son is down
Little mama he's bound to feel it
Don't be sad 'cause your boy is blue
It wouldn't do to conceal it from you
Don't be sad 'cause your sun is down
The night doesn't need your sorrow
Don't be sad 'cause the light is gone
Just keep your mind on tomorrow and carry on
- chorus -
You can rise above it
Don't be sad 'cause you're on your own
You have to learn to love it
Don't be sad 'cause your sun is down
You're gonna find your way
Don't be sad 'cause your day is done
There's another dayeveryday
(chorus)
Everyday I wake up just the same
Waiting for something new
Every night I have myself to blame
For the dreams that haven't come true
But especially today I'm feeling blue
Don't be sad 'cause your son is down
Little mama he's bound to feel it
Don't be sad 'cause your boy is blue
It wouldn't do to conceal it from you
Don't be sad 'cause your sun is down
The night doesn't need your sorrow
Don't be sad 'cause the light is gone
Just keep your mind on tomorrow and carry on
- chorus -
Don't Be Sad 'cause Your Sun Is Down
James Taylor's 1971 recording of 'Don't Be Sad 'cause Your Sun Is Down' stands as a quintessential example of her early folk-rock period. Released on the Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon album, the track showcases her signature blend of acoustic guitar, melodic vocals, and introspective songwriting. The composition reflects the era's focus on personal reflection and emotional vulnerability, characteristic of Taylor's work during her transition from pure folk to a broader rock sound. As a staple of her discography, the song remains a defining piece of her early catalog, illustrating her ability to craft intimate narratives that resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike.