Brighter
Carole King Lyrics


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We've been knowing each other
For many a year, it's true,
And I can't think of anyone else
Can make me feel as good as you.
Yeah, you make my day
A little bit brighter in every way.

I'm so glad to have you
In this old troubled time;
When true love and understanding, child,
Are so hard to find.
Yes, you make my day
A little bit brighter every day.

Some people live in darkness
Their whole life through.
I just know that I'd have been one of them
If it hadn't been for you.

Now, sometimes I feel afraid
As we all tend to do,
But I think of the loving good times we've had...

And I know we're gonna make it through.




'Cause you make my day
A little bit brighter, in every way.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Carole King’s song “Brighter” express gratitude and love towards someone who has been a positive influence in the singer’s life. The song begins by acknowledging the long-standing relationship between the two individuals, stating that no one else makes the singer feel as good as the person being addressed. The person is a source of brightness in the singer’s life, brightening their days in every way.


As the song moves forward, it touches on the challenges of the world, emphasizing the difficulty of finding true love and understanding in “this old troubled time”. The person addressed has been a constant support to the singer, providing a light in the darkness of the world. The song continues by explaining how the person has made a significant difference in the singer’s life by saving them from darkness. The chorus reiterates the positive impact the individual has had, bringing light and happiness to the singer’s life.


Line by Line Meaning

We've been knowing each other
We have had a long-standing relationship


For many a year, it's true,
This relationship has existed for many years


And I can't think of anyone else
There is no one else who can match you


Can make me feel as good as you.
Your presence brings me great joy and happiness


Yeah, you make my day
Your influence positively impacts my day


A little bit brighter in every way.
You make everything in my life a little bit better


I'm so glad to have you
I am grateful to have you in my life


In this old troubled time;
During tough times like these


When true love and understanding, child,
When genuine love and comprehension is rare


Are so hard to find.
It's not easy to come across


Yes, you make my day
Your presence brings positivity to my day


A little bit brighter every day.
You make every day of my life a little bit better


Some people live in darkness
Some people lead a bleak life


Their whole life through.
Their entire life is spent that way


I just know that I'd have been one of them
I'm certain my life would've been like that


If it hadn't been for you.
If it weren't for your impact on my life


Now, sometimes I feel afraid
Occasionally, I feel scared


As we all tend to do,
As everyone does at times


But I think of the loving good times we've had...
I remember the happy moments we spent together


And I know we're gonna make it through.
I know we will overcome any obstacle together


'Cause you make my day
Your impact on my day


A little bit brighter, in every way.
Makes every aspect of my life a little bit better




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING

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