Happy Days Are Here Again
Barbra Streisand & Judy Garland Lyrics


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Judy
Forget your troubles

Barbra
Happy days

Judy
Come on get happy

Barbra
Are here again

Judy
You better chase all your cares away

Barbra
The skies above are clear again

Judy
Shout Hallelujah

Barbra
So let's sing a song

Judy
Come on get happy

Barbra
Of cheer again

Judy
Get ready for the Judgment Day

Barbra
Happy days are here again

Judy
The sun is shining

Barbra
All together

Judy
Come on get happy

Barbra
Shout it now

Judy
The Lord is waiting to take your hand

Barbra
There's no one who can doubt it now

Judy
Shout Hallelujah

Barbra
So let's tell the world

Judy
And just get happy

Barbra
About it now

Judy
We're going to the Promised Land

Barbra
Happy days are here again

Judy
We're heading cross a river
Soon your cares will all be gone

Barbra
There'll be no more from now on

Both
From now on!

Judy
Forget your troubles

Barbra
Happy days

Judy
And just get happy

Barbra
Are here again

Judy
You better chase all your blues away

Barbra
The skies above are clear again

Judy
Shout Hallelujah

Barbra
So let's sing a song

Judy
And just get happy

Barbra
Of cheer again
Happy times

Judy
Happy times

Barbra
Happy nights

Judy
Happy nights





Both
Happy days are here again...

Overall Meaning

The song "Happy Days Are Here Again" is a joyful anthem featuring the voices of Barbra Streisand and Judy Garland. The lyrics talk about forgetting one's troubles and embracing happiness as they sing along to the upbeat melody. The song captures the universal yearning of people to find a reason to be happy, especially after going through tough times, as the singers reminisce about the days when joy was in abundance. They also encourage everyone to join in and sing along to the song, holding hands and heading towards a brighter future.


Moreover, the lyrics of the song go beyond just conveying the message of happiness. It also has a political background. The song was initially written in 1929, at a time when America was going through The Great Depression. Franklin Roosevelt, the then-presidential candidate, chose it as his campaign song in 1932. The song became very famous and resonated with the public, and Roosevelt eventually won the election.


Line by Line Meaning

Forget your troubles
Let go of your worries and problems


Happy days
Times of joy and happiness


Come on get happy
Join in and embrace the joy


Are here again
Happiness has returned


You better chase all your cares away
Don't let your concerns consume you


The skies above are clear again
There is hope and optimism in the future


Shout Hallelujah
Express your elation and gratitude


So let's sing a song
Celebrating the good times through music


Of cheer again
An ode to joy and happiness


Get ready for the Judgment Day
Prepare for a better tomorrow


The sun is shining
The world is full of promise and light


All together
In unison


Shout it now
Share your happiness with the world


The Lord is waiting to take your hand
There is a guiding force leading us forward


There's no one who can doubt it now
The good times are evident and undeniable


We're going to the Promised Land
A brighter tomorrow is on the horizon


Happy days are here again
The future looks bright


We're heading cross a river
We are overcoming obstacles to reach a better future


Soon your cares will all be gone
Worries and concerns will dissipate


There'll be no more from now on
The past is behind us


From now on!
Looking toward a bright and happy future


Happy times
Moments of joy and celebration


Happy nights
Nights filled with laughter and happiness


Happy days are here again...
Happiness has returned




Lyrics © S.A. MUSIC
Written by: HAROLD ARLEN, TED KOEHLER

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Comments from YouTube:

@lapislazuli7876

Judy was such a loving person. The way she grabs Barbra’s arm is so motherly and beautiful. She had a huge heart and the charisma and warmth always shone out of her.

@francesmignano

Yes , I agree I love her so much . May she rest in Peace.She is my idol and the heart of my Soul .The greatest ❤️🙏🏼❤️

@bethannada6486

Do you realize how hard it is to sing a song next to someone else singing a different song? Truly talented ladies! Thanks I really enjoyed this classic performance!😊

@TheReturnOfStephan1

As a singer, I can tell you that it's actually not very difficult at all, especially when you're not really singing on top of each other and you're harmonizing with your partner.

@ameliatownsend5966

@@TheReturnOfStephan1So true, you just got to know what your doingi

@MR-fx9gg

No auto tune, no back up track, singing live - I am in such awe!

@vintagebroadcastingsystem8028

No auto-tune, no pyrotechnics, no skimpy outfits. Just two timeless performers of extraordinary skill and talent. Sublime.

@elainelosee7974

Yes. Appreciate the true talented women, marvelous!!!
You, are wise to do something like communicating to the fans. Thanks 😊 🙏 😊 🙏 for sharing ❤ 😀 😊

@cfconant

this is when singers actually sang.

@michaelcastillo3231

Well if this isn’t the most adorable, tragic, beautiful thing I’ve witnessed in awhile. God bless their wonderful hearts. There is just something they can’t take away from us and this duet is one of them.

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