The Everly Brothers' song "Following The Sun" explores the theme of being caught in a cold and unfulfilling relationship and the desire to break free in search of love and happiness. The lyrics depict a protagonist who is feeling unhappy and wants to leave their partner because of their cold-heartedness. They contemplate leaving, as staying longer might result in their dreams being taken away. However, they acknowledge that they have been staying for too long already, knowing deep down that they belong elsewhere. The song portrays a sense of weariness and longing for love as the key to happiness. The protagonist mentions being tired of their current life and recognizes that only love can make it right. Despite this realization, they admit to being a fool for still staying with their unloving partner when what they truly need is love, especially at night. In the end, the protagonist decides that it's time to leave their unhappy situation, vowing not to waste any more of their life. They leave their partner's cold heart behind, searching for love somewhere else, signified by following the sun. "Following The Sun" showcases the internal struggle of someone feeling trapped in a loveless relationship and the inner strength it takes to finally break free and embark on a journey to find genuine love and happiness.
