しあわせのうた
榊原郁恵 Lyrics

The song "しあわせのうた" by 榊原郁恵 depicts a simple and ordinary day in the life of a couple. The lyrics talk about how they walk on the same road, hand in hand, on sunny and rainy days, and how they are grateful for the happiness they share. The opening line states that the couple is walking up a hill towards the sunrise, and even though the person behind them is waving their hand, they continue walking without looking back. This can be interpreted as them leaving their worries behind and moving forward with a positive attitude.

The following verse talks about how their day is not extraordinary, but how they appreciate it. They take pleasure in small things like the breeze blowing their freshly washed shirts or walking on an old path they have walked many times before. The chorus repeats the phrase "オレしあわせです" which means "I am happy" in English. These simple lines hold a deep meaning as they show how happiness can be found in the little things in life - the breeze, the sunshine, the companionship of a loved one.

Moving further, the second half of the song describes how they spend their time in a park with children playing around, and how even though their life is not filled with grand plans, they still find happiness in the company of each other. The song ends with lines about how they will keep walking hand in hand, through life's joys and hardships, thanking each other for their smiles and being grateful for the moments they share.