The Avalanches - Sunshine Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Sunshine' by The Avalanches?

   The song 'Sunshine' was written by Robbie Chater, Bobby Goldsboro, Sheila Young, and Anthony Di Blasi.

2. What album is 'Sunshine' from?

   'Sunshine' is a track from The Avalanches' second studio album 'Wildflower,' which was released in 2016.

3. When was The Avalanches' album 'Wildflower' released?

   'Wildflower' was released on 1 July 2016 on Apple Music and widely on 8 July 2016 by Modular Recordings in Australia, by XL Recordings in the United Kingdom, and by Astralwerks in the United States.

4. What themes does the album 'Wildflower' explore?

   The album 'Wildflower' explores themes related to 1960s psychedelic music, counterculture, and anti-establishment. It captures the feeling of a road trip from a hyperrealistic urban environment to somewhere remote and far away while on LSD.

5. How did The Avalanches approach the production of 'Sunshine'?

   The Avalanches incorporated extensive sampling in 'Sunshine,' much like the rest of the album 'Wildflower'. The track starts as a happy, joyous song but reveals a twist about someone having their sunshine taken away, turning blue skies gray.

6. What languages are featured in the lyrics of 'Sunshine'?

   The lyrics of 'Sunshine' feature both English and Portuguese. The Portuguese lyrics include references to Orixá, which are gods in Afro-Brazilian religions, reflecting the song's eclectic and multicultural sampling style.