Light & Day

The Polyphonic Spree

About Light & Day

"Light & Day", also known as "Section 9 (Light & Day/Reach for the Sun)", is a single from the album The Beginning Stages of... by The Polyphonic Spree. The song first came to attention in the 2004 film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, and was included on that film's soundtrack album. A few weeks after the March release of the film, The Polyphonic Spree appeared as themselves to perform it in the April 2004 episode "My Choosiest Choice of All" of the television series Scrubs. Since then, the song has been used several other times in popular culture - in an episode of Undone, the documentary Murderball, an episode of Chuck, in advertisements for the supermarket Sainsbury's, an episode of Las Vegas where The Polyphonic Spree plays it, as well as the theme song in the trailer for the 2012 film adaptation of Dr. Seuss' The Lorax. It was featured in a 2017 episode of Girlboss and the 2017 movie Wonder, where a student choir sings it during a graduation ceremony. In April 2010, research conducted by PRS for Music revealed that the song was the most performed in UK Television advertising. The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind DVD includes a music video for the song, featuring scenes from the movie altered so that both the main actors (Carrey and Winslet), as well as various inanimate background elements of the movie (a brain scan, a plate of vegetables, a house), appear to be lip-syncing to the song. 


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Light and day is more than you'll say

Because all
My feelings are more
Than i can let by
Or not
More than you've got
Just follow the day

Follow the day and reach for the sun!

You don't see me flyin to the red
One more you're done
Just follow the seasons and find the time
Reach for the bright side
You don't see me flyin to the red
One more you're nuts
Just follow the day
Follow the day and reach for the sun

Just follow the day
Follow the day and reach for the sun!

You don't see me flyin to the red
One more you're nuts
Just follow the seasons and find the time
Reach for the bright side
You don't see me flyin to the red
One more you're nuts
Just follow the day
Follow the day and reach for the sun!

Just follow the day
Follow the day and reach for the sun!

Just follow the day
Follow the day and reach for the sun!

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The Polyphonic Spree

The Polyphonic Spree is a choral symphonic pop rock band from Dallas, Texas that was formed in 2000 by Tim DeLaughter. The band's sound relies on a variety of vocal and instrumental color by featuring a choir, flute, trumpet, trombone, violin, viola, cello, percussion, piano, guitars, bass, drums, electronic keyboards and EWI. DeLaughter is the lead singer. more »

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Written by: Timothy Delaughter

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Light & Day" is a single by The Polyphonic Spree from their debut studio album, "The Beginning Stages of... The Polyphonic Spree," which was released in 2002.
Purpose
The song is meant to be a cheerful, uplifting song that encourages listeners to stay positive and hopeful.
Popular Culture
"Light & Day" has become the band's signature song. It has been used in numerous media, including television shows and commercials.
Cover Version
Renowned musician and producer Paul Oakenfold did a famous cover version of the song in 2004, giving the song an electronic, dance-oriented reinterpretation.
Soundtrack Features
The song has featured in soundtracks of popular films including "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and "Thumbsucker", and in the TV series "The O.C.", "Murphy's Law", and "Scrubs."
Awards & Recognition
"Light & Day" was the most successful single from the album "The Beginning Stages of... The Polyphonic Spree," peaking at number 18 on the UK singles chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Light & Day" utilizes animations and visual effects to create a surreal, colorful environment that matches the song's upbeat tone.
Behind the Band
The Polyphonic Spree is known for their distinctive sound and image. They are often described as a "choral symphonic rock" group and are distinguished by their large membership, which has included over 20 musicians at times.
Lyrics
The lyrics to "Light & Day" repeat the same two verses and chorus multiple times, characteristic of The Polyphonic Spree's mantra-like song structures.
Live Performances
During live performances, the band members of The Polyphonic Spree typically wear matching choir robes or military-style uniforms, adding a theatrical element that enhances the uplifting nature of "Light & Day".

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