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"Congratulations" is the longest single-word title and is also the longest (legitimate) word to appear in the title of an UK chart-topper.
John Paul Jones, later of Led Zeppelin, played bass guitar on this.
This came in #2 in the 1968 Eurovision Song Contest.
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Congratulations
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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And celebrations
When I tell everyone that you're in love
With me
Congratulations
And jubilations
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be.
Contented
I used to think that happiness hadn't been
Invented
But that was in the bad old days before
I met you
When I let you
Walk into my heart
Congratulations
I was afraid that maybe you thought you
Were above me
That I was only fooling myself to think you
Loved me
But then tonight you said you couldn't live
Without me
That round about me
You wanted to stay
Congratulations
Congratulations
And jubilations
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be
I want the world to know
I'm happy as can be
The song "Congratulations" is a jubilant expression of love and happiness. The lyrics open with the phrase "Congratulations and celebrations." This is a nod towards the conventional expressions of congratulations that we hear at weddings, graduations, and other important life events. However, the lyrics take a more personal turn as the singer declares that "I tell everyone that you're in love with me." This is an assertion of the singer's love for their partner, and their desire to share that love with the world.
The second verse reveals the singer's previous doubts about their ability to find happiness. The line "Who could believe that I could be happy and contented" speaks to a sense of disbelief that the singer feels. This disbelief is rooted in past experiences where happiness seemed unattainable. However, the singer's luck changed when they met their partner. The line "When I let you walk into my heart" suggests that the singer had to open themselves up to love, but once they did, they found true happiness.
The chorus repeats the words "Congratulations" and "jubilations," emphasizing the singer's joy and excitement. The final lines of the song convey the singer's desire to share their happiness with the world: "I want the world to know I'm happy as can be." This is a strong declaration of the singer's love, and a reminder to the audience that love is worth celebrating.
Line by Line Meaning
Congratulations
Expressing delight or praise for a joyous occasion or achievement.
And celebrations
Referring to festivities or merrymaking.
When I tell everyone that you're in love
Announcing to others that you have developed romantic feelings for the person you are addressing.
With me
Clarifying that the love mentioned in the previous line is directed towards the artist.
And jubilations
Expressing happiness, triumph or exultation.
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be.
Declaring contentment and joy in life, and expressing a desire for others to share in the singer's happiness.
Who could believe that I could be happy and Contented
Reflecting on a previous state of unhappiness, and acknowledging that it was difficult to imagine feeling happy.
I used to think that happiness hadn't been Invented
Suggesting that the artist previously viewed happiness as unattainable or nonexistent.
But that was in the bad old days before I met you
Recognizing that the artist's attitude towards happiness changed after meeting the person they are addressing.
When I let you Walk into my heart
Describing the moment when the artist allowed the person they are addressing to become emotionally close to them.
I was afraid that maybe you thought you Were above me
Acknowledging insecurity or doubts about the relationship, and expressing concern that the person they are addressing may have a superior or dismissive attitude towards them.
That I was only fooling myself to think you Loved me
Suggesting that the artist has been uncertain about the other person's feelings towards them, and that they may doubt their own judgment in the matter.
But then tonight you said you couldn't live Without me
Describing a moment of affirmation or reassurance in the relationship, when the other person expressed a strong commitment to the singer.
That round about me You wanted to stay
Further emphasizing the other person's desire to be with the singer, and their willingness to make sacrifices or compromises to maintain the relationship.
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Written by: BILL MARTIN, PHIL COULTER
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Congratulations
And celebrations
When I tell everyone that you're in love with me
Congratulations
And jubilations
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be
Who would believe that I could be happy and contented?
I used to think that happiness hadn't been invented
But that was in the bad old days before I met you
When I let you walk into my heart
Congratulations
And celebrations
When I tell everyone that you're in love with me
Congratulations
And jubilations
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be
I was afraid that maybe you thought you were above me
That I was only fooling myself to think you'd love me
But then tonight you said you couldn't live without me
That round about me you wanted to stay
Congratulations
And celebrations
When I tell everyone that you're in love with me
Congratulations
And jubilations
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be
Congratulations
And jubilations
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be
I want the world to know I'm happy as can be
@bernardbroche
Cliff would have been the winner in 1968, he had the best song and sang very well !
@XXX-bs5pi
This song will never die. It accompanied past generations and will accompany future generations with all their celebrations and joys.
@pamelagray8094
Congratulations! to Cliff. This song was played everywhere in Germany...and in German...in 1968. Its always made me happy! Thank you!!!
@KPG5354
I remember the moment I heard this song on radio. I was excited and I said Cliff was back. Of course, I am even more joyful to know Cliff is actually connected to every fan on media. Love you Cliff more than you can imagine. ๐๐
@rahan9886
Media?
@andyhowells2657
My late Mum was expecting me when this went out - she was such a Cliff fan she got so excited and much to my Dad's worry nearly had me that night by all accounts - I think that was a slight exaggeration as I arrived in July 1968 - but hey Cliff - you brought a lot of joy to my mum - and have done to me over my 52 years!
@markalmeida2
Congratulations and a very happy 80th birthday Sir Cliff. You have always been my favourite singer and I have sung this song so many times in my childhood for birthdays and wedding anniversaries.
@davidlowe7484
I love Cliff's 60's hits with the beautiful orchestral accompaniments; this is another with simple words that seem to hit you full on! - a lovely song.
@nilsholgerson4958
The best thing with this song is that it's not repetitive.
@harrymacahilas4148
The best song every we heard singing this song during our graduation, birthday, so good to hear from you soon love you and miss you guys