What Light Lyrics

[Verse 1]
If you feel like singing a song
And you want other people to sing along
Just sing what you feel
Don't let anyone say it's wrong
And if you're trying to paint a picture
But you're not sure which colors belong
Just paint what you see
Don't let anyone say it's wrong

[Bridge]
And if you're strung out like a kite
Or stung awake in the night
It's alright to be frightened

[Chorus]
When there's a light (what light)
There's a light (one light)
There's a light (white light)
Inside of you

[Verse 2]
If you think you might need somebody
To pick you up when you drag
Don't lose sight of yourself
Don't let anyone change your bag
And if the whole world's singing your songs
And all of your paintings have been hung
Just remember what was yours is everyone's from now on

[Bridge]
And that's not wrong or right
But you can struggle with it all you like
You'll only get uptight

[Chorus][x4]

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Genius Annotation

Released ahead of Sky Blue Sky as the first single from the album.

The song encourages people to let their light shine.

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Credits
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Recording Engineer
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12-String Acoustic Guitar
Percussion
Hammond A100 Organ
Electric Guitar
Lap Steel Guitar
Backing Vocals
Acoustic Guitar
Release Date
March 5, 2007
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