Setting the tone with a pulsating bassline and textured clicks, Tara Van opens Sunshine’s Callin’ with situational prose and atmospheric vocals as she sings, “I was in the dark until the 9th of July, 2022, I was searching but I was stumbling, and I had problems that needed solving… and just like lighting, out of my sky, it came to me…”
The production expands with astral ad libs and a dimensional nature to accompany Tara Van as she conveys her lived experience and high emotional quotient. We appreciate the poetic prowess shares, and the authenticity that Tara’s lyricism exudes.
Speaking on the consciously astute and inspiring opus, Tara Van confesses, “Sunshine’s Callin’ is about finding answers to questions you had long since stopped looking for and coming into your power! This song is meant to motivate you to put the haters on hold and answer sunshine’s call! We all need more sunshine is our lives these days and I’d like to spread some!”
Tara elaborates, “After officially being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder right before my album, Rise, dropped last year, I began trusting my gut. The answers I had been searching for my whole life seemed to strike me out of nowhere, all at once, mirroring the lyrics ‘just like lightning’. It electrified me and jolted me into a new reality, one with a lot more clarity. The self confidence that came with the diagnosis is probably the biggest thing. It solidified my ability to trudge forward as my most authentic self and brush off all the abusers and critics.”
We appreciate the intentional and cathartic message that Tara manifests with Sunshine’s Callin’. Connecting with sunlight and universal source energy is profoundly important for both physical and mental well-being. Sunlight, a natural and vital source of Vitamin D, plays a crucial role in maintaining bone health, supporting immune function, and regulating mood. Exposure to natural light helps synchronize our circadian rhythms, which govern sleep patterns and overall hormonal balance. This connection to the natural world fosters a sense of grounding and rejuvenation, as the warmth and brightness of the sun can lift spirits, reduce stress, and combat feelings of depression. By stepping outside and basking in sunlight, we align ourselves with the natural cycles of day and night, which is essential for holistic health.
Beyond the physical benefits, connecting with sunlight can be a pathway to tapping into universal source energy. This energy is the foundation of all life, encompassing an infinite source of wisdom, love, and creativity. When we immerse ourselves in nature and allow ourselves to be enveloped by the sun’s rays, we can experience a profound sense of connection to something greater than ourselves. This connection can lead to moments of clarity and insight, helping us to find answers to life’s questions and to feel more centered and aligned with our true purpose. Engaging with this energy and listening to Sunshine’s Callin’ fosters a deeper sense of inner peace, resilience, and spiritual fulfillment, reminding us of our place within the larger tapestry of existence.
Tara Van is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter who was born to pour her heart into music. Her genre-defying sound is deeply rooted in her first loves: soul, folk, pop, and jazz. This release, like last year’s single, Fucked-up-ness, delves into Tara’s exploration of her neurodivergence. It also paints a universal picture, urging us all to value simple outdoor pleasures and those “aha!” moments of realization that often follow. The song marks her first collaboration with producer Mark Calderone.
We have added Sunshine’s Callin’ to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our new TIMELESS and TRIPPY playlists, whilst we continue to stream Tara Van‘s exquisite wider discography, and anticipate future releases from the conscious and talented star.