Backstory:
Cheery Switch, a euphoria-inducing, harmony-making squad, was formed in the vibrant city of Nashville in 2015. The band comprises of four childhood friends – Jason Connolly on vocals and guitar, Sara Brown as the keyboardist and backup vocalist, Peter Wilkins on drums, and Mike Johnson on bass. They all grew up in the same neighborhood, bonding over their love for music and eventually forming a garage band before evolving into Cheery Switch. They started by performing small gigs in local clubs and cafes until their breakthrough in 2017 when they won a statewide music competition, propelling them into the spotlight and launching their professional music career.
Genre:
Indie Pop
Title:
“Sunshine After Midnight”
Full song lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G] Wandering through the streets, [D] under the city lights, [Em]
[C] Looking up at the starless sky, [D] longing for the light.
[G] Lost in the hustle, [D] drowned in the noise, [Em]
[C] Craving for some peace, [D] and your sweet voice.
(Chorus)
[G] Oh here comes the sunshine, [D] after the midnight, [Em]
[C] Lighting up the world, [D] making everything right.
[G] You are the dawn, [D] breaking the darkest night, [Em]
[C] You are the sunshine, [D] after the midnight.
(Verse 2)
[G] Walking past the shadows, [D] feeling so alone, [Em]
[C] The world seems so cold, [D] in your absence, it groans.
[G] But then I feel your warmth, [D] in the freezing cold, [Em]
[C] You’re the sunshine, [D] a sight to behold.
(Chorus)
[G] Oh here comes the sunshine, [D] after the midnight, [Em]
[C] Lighting up the world, [D] making everything right.
[G] You are the dawn, [D] breaking the darkest night, [Em]
[C] You are the sunshine, [D] after the midnight.
Fan:
The band’s favorite fan is a dedicated follower named Lily Thompson. She has been a fan since their early garage band days and has been known to travel far and wide to attend their concerts. Lily elaborates, “I love Cheery Switch not just for their music but also for their authenticity. They don’t just play songs; they tell stories that resonate with listeners on a personal level. Their song, ‘Sunshine After Midnight’, helped me through some dark times. I felt like the lyrics were speaking directly to me, giving me a sense of hope when I needed it most. It’s this connection that makes Cheery Switch my favorite band.”