Smile
Cory Monteith/Glee/Lea Michele Lyrics


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Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
If you smile through your pain and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll see the sun come shining through, for you

Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile

Oh ooh yeah

That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying
Smile what's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile

Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by

That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just




You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cory Monteith and Lea Michele's song "Smile" convey a message of hope during difficult times. The song tells the listener to put on a smile even when their heart is aching or breaking, and to look for the positive in life. The lyrics suggest that if a person keeps trying and smiling, they will eventually see the sun come shining through again. The song encourages people to not give up during hard times and to keep pushing forward, as life is still worth living.


The song "Smile" was originally written by Charlie Chaplin for his 1936 movie "Modern Times". The song became a hit and has been covered by numerous artists, including Michael Jackson and Nat King Cole. Cory Monteith and Lea Michele performed the song on the TV show "Glee" in Season 2, Episode 20. The episode was dedicated to the memory of Monteith, who passed away in 2013.


Line by Line Meaning

Smile though your heart is aching
Even if you're hurting inside, try to put on a brave face and smile


Smile even though it's breaking
Even if your heart is breaking, try to show happiness through a smile


When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
Even during tough times, keep moving forward and things will eventually get better


If you smile through your pain and sorrow
Try to remain positive and optimistic during difficult times


Smile and maybe tomorrow
If you put on a happy face, it may lead to better things in the future


You'll see the sun come shining through, for you
If you remain optimistic, good things will come your way


Light up your face with gladness
Try to show genuine happiness on your face


Hide every trace of sadness
Don't let others know that you're feeling sad or down


Although a tear may be ever so near
Even if you feel like crying, try to hold back


That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying
During tough times, it's important to keep pushing forward and not give up


Smile, what's the use of crying
Instead of crying, try to put on a brave face and smile


You'll find that life is still worthwhile
Even during tough times, life is still worth living and enjoying


If you just smile
Simply smiling can have a positive impact on yourself and others




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: John Turner, Geoffrey Parsons, Charles Chaplin

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