After a week of heavy showers from the devastating Tropical Storm Nicole, we can safely say that most of the nation is in high spirits once again as sunshine peeks through the clouds. This week Saturday Hustle plays some sunshiny tracks to brighten your day.

I Can See Clearly Now — Jimmy Cliff

I can see clearly now the rain is gone

I can see all obstacles in my way… It’s gonna be a bright, bright sunshinin’ day

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff’s catchy track is quite soothing, and it also sends a positive message. Little wonder that it is often the first song that comes to mind for most people after a shower of rain.

Sunshine — Lil Flip featuring Lea

Sunshine, I can call you my baby boy

You can call me your baby girl

Maybe we can spend some time

I can be your sunshine…

American underground rapper Lil Flip burst onto the scene in 2002 with the title track from his Game Over album, but it was this sizzling follow-up summer track that quickly landed him on top of music charts worldwide.

(LEAD)Sesame Street — written by Joe Raposo, Jon Stone and Bruce Hart

Sunny Day, sweepin’ the clouds away

On my way to where the air is sweet

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street

Almost every child in the world knows and loves the Sesame Street theme song. And it is believed that the lyrical and rhythmic simplicity of this jaunty jingle, coupled with the angelic voices of children singing, helped to make the programme one of the most popular shows in TV history.

Sun Is Shining — Bob Marley

Sun is shining; the weather is sweet, yeah

Make you wanna move your dancing feet now…

Bob Marley is considered to be the most iconic reggae artiste in the world with a far-reaching impact and numerous hit songs. This upbeat reggae track produced by the eccentric Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry in the 1970s is no different. It later resurfaced in the ’90s as several European acts released dance versions of the song, which became popular worldwide.

Pocketful of Sunshine — Natasha Bedingfield

Before Natasha Bedingfield released Pocketful of Sunshine, she was more widely known for her poignant, soulful songs like Soulmate. But the talented British songstress showed her versatility with this optimistic, sunshine-infused track and has since been holding her own in the music industry with equally positive tunes.

Lovely Day — Bill Withers

This is a song that is known by almost everyone, and a number of artistes have done covers of it, but like many of his international hits, not many people know the source. Bill Withers is the talent behind a slew of popular tracks like Ain’t No Sunshine, Lean On Me, Just The Two Of Us and Lovely Day which never fails to put a pep in your step. If you’re feeling glum or just having a bad day, this is one of those inspirational, fun tracks to make the world seem alright, so you can have a Lovely Day.