Whatever Happens
B.Withers Lyrics


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Whatever happens
We'll have some love along the way
But it ain't easy
We'll look for some words of love to say
And smile..mmmmm
It may happen anyway
And we'll kiss before we say 'goodnight'
And whatever happens
They're'll be some time along the way
When it ain't easy
It just can't be sunshine everyday
We'll smile…mmmmm
And be happy, anyway
And we'll kiss before we say 'goodnight'

I've got you in my life
Together we can reach the higher ground
We'll be alright
Just as long as you're around
Girl, I won't let you down

Whatever happens
There'll be some good times, and some bad
But it ain't easy
Let's just remember the good times that we had
And just smile…mmmm




And be happy, anyway
And we'll kiss before we say 'goodnight' (x2)

Overall Meaning

B. Withers's song "Whatever Happens" is an optimistic anthem about a couple who are willing to face any obstacle in their relationship as long as they have love to guide them. The song acknowledges the difficulties of maintaining a successful relationship, but it also highlights the importance of finding joy in the journey.


The first verse speaks about how the couple will have to work through tough times in their relationship. The lyrics "But it ain't easy, We'll look for some words of love to say" suggests that the couple is aware of the fact that challenges will come their way, but they are determined to find ways to communicate their love and navigate through those difficulties gracefully. The verse ends with the couple sharing a tender moment of kiss before saying ‘goodnight.’ This emphasizes the importance of intimacy and affection within their relationship.


In the second verse, Withers continues with the theme of acknowledging life isn’t always easy. He sings, "When it ain't easy, It just can't be sunshine everyday, We'll smile and be happy, anyway." Here, the couple is staying positive and remaining hopeful even when things are tough. They understand that happiness is a state of mind and that they can control their emotional reactions to the situations they are facing. The emphasis on ‘smiling and being happy anyway’ reinforces the need for a positive attitude in dealing with life’s challenges.


Overall, the song celebrates the strength of love, the importance of staying positive, and the beauty of finding joy even in the most difficult circumstances.


Line by Line Meaning

Whatever happens
No matter what comes our way


We'll have some love along the way
We will always have our love to carry us through tough times


But it ain't easy
Although we have love, challenges will still arise


We'll look for some words of love to say
In difficult times, we will express our love for each other through words


And smile…mmmmm
Despite hardships, we will find joy in each other and in the world


It may happen anyway
There will always be unexpected events in life


And we'll kiss before we say 'goodnight'
We will always end the day with a display of affection


They're'll be some time along the way
There will be moments in life


When it ain't easy
When things get difficult


It just can't be sunshine everyday
We can't expect every day to be perfect


And be happy, anyway
Despite difficulties, we will strive for happiness


I've got you in my life
We have each other


Together we can reach the higher ground
Together, we can achieve great things


We'll be alright
We will get through tough times


Just as long as you're around
As long as we have each other


Girl, I won't let you down
I promise to always support and care for you


There'll be some good times, and some bad
There will be ups and downs in life


Let's just remember the good times that we had
We will cherish the happy memories


And just smile…mmmm
Even in tough times, we will find reasons to smile


And be happy, anyway
We will choose happiness, even when it's difficult


And we'll kiss before we say 'goodnight' (x2)
We will always end the day with a gesture of love and affection




Lyrics © BLEUNIG MUSIC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BILL WITHERS, N UNKNOWN WRITER

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