He retired from performing in 1979. He had many famous hits including, "Kisses Don't Lie", "Are You Teasing Me", "Hey Joe", and many others.
In 2003, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He is probably best known for the recording of "Times A-Wastin'" with June Carter.
It's A Lovely World
Carl Smith Lyrics
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To lots of things I never saw before
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
Never did see everything lookin' so nice
I just learned the meanin' of paradise
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
And the skies are a little bit bluer
And my little, old, rattle, trap Ford Coupe
Even seems a little bit newer
Well, my guitar stays a little better in tune
The stars shine brighter, there's honey on the moon
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
Ever since you cuddled in my embrace
I've had more faith in the human race
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
Now, I don't mind workin' and slavin' all day
'Cause I know tonight there'll be love to pay
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
Everything seems natural and right
Since the day I found you
Everything looks rosy and shiny bright
In the dreams I'm buildin' around you
Used to think that miracles would never come true
But now I'm happy 'cause I know they do
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
Carl Smith’s “It’s A Lovely Lovely World” is a feel-good country song that celebrates the power of love in transforming an individual's perception of the world around them. The lyrics identify that the singer has had his eyes opened to the beauty of the world since he’s met his significant other: he sees new things, discovers paradise, and has newfound faith in humanity. The song speaks to the concept that the world is experienced through our individual perceptions and that these perceptions are deeply influenced by the people we surround ourselves with. The singer feels an intense connection to the world around him because he feels connected to his partner.
The first verse speaks to the transformative qualities of love. The singer has a newfound appreciation of the world around him since he met his partner. Prior to meeting his partner, the world was closed off to him. In the second verse, the singer goes on to describe how his love for his partner has impacted his perception of everyday objects. The sun is a little bit brighter, the skies are a little bit bluer, and even his old Ford Coupe seems newer after finding love. The third verse speaks to how his newfound love has impacted his musical ability. His guitar stays in tune better, and even the stars shine brighter. He sees potential and the good in everything around him. In the fourth and final verse, the singer speaks of his newfound hope for humanity. He used to think miracles didn't happen, but he now believes in their existence. The song's overall message is that finding love can make the world feel like a better place.
Line by Line Meaning
Mother Nature's opened up the door
I have never experienced such beauty in nature until I met you
To lots of things I never saw before
You have introduced me to new experiences and sights that I never knew existed
It's a lovely, lovely world since I've met you
My life has become more beautiful because I have you in it
Never did see everything lookin' so nice
I have never seen everything appear so perfect and beautiful
I just learned the meanin' of paradise
You have introduced me to a life that is blissful, peaceful and perfect
Now the sun shines brighter
You have brought light and happiness into my life
And the skies are a little bit bluer
Everything around me appears more vibrant and alive
And my little, old, rattle, trap Ford Coupe
Even my old car seems to run better and look better
Even seems a little bit newer
I see everything in a new light because of you
Well, my guitar stays a little better in tune
Everything in my life seems to be in harmony because you are in it
The stars shine brighter, there's honey on the moon
The world around me seems to be more magical and wondrous with you by my side
Ever since you cuddled in my embrace
Just holding you makes me believe in the goodness of people
I've had more faith in the human race
I have a newfound hope in humanity because of you
Now, I don't mind workin' and slavin' all day
I am willing to work hard because I know that at the end of the day, I have you
'Cause I know tonight there'll be love to pay
I am content because I know that I will be spending my night with you
Everything seems natural and right
Everything in my life seems to be in its proper place with you here
Since the day I found you
I have never been more grateful for anything in my life than finding you
Everything looks rosy and shiny bright
My future appears more optimistic and promising when I think of you
In the dreams I'm buildin' around you
My dreams are more focused and centered around you
Used to think that miracles would never come true
I never believed in the impossible until I met you
But now I'm happy 'cause I know they do
You have shown me that anything is possible and that miracles can happen
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Written by: BRYANT
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