Don't Be Cruel
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Here's a little song I wrote
You might want to sing it note for note
Don't worry, be happy
In every life we have some trouble
But when you worry you make it double
Don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy now
don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Ain't got no place to lay your head
Somebody came and took your bed
Don't worry, be happy
The landlord say your rent is late
He may have to litigate
Don't worry, be happy
Oh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh don't worry, be happy
Here I give you my phone number, when you worry, call me, I make you happy, don't worry, be happy)
Don't worry, be happy
Ain't got no cash, ain't got no style
Ain't got no gal to make you smile
Don't worry, be happy
'Cause when you worry your face will frown
And that will bring everybody down
So don't worry, be happy
Don't worry, be happy now
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Now there, is this song I wrote
I hope you learned note for note
Like good little children, don't worry, be happy
Now listen to what I said, in your life expect some trouble
When you worry you make it double
But don't worry, be happy, be happy now
don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
don't worry, don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, don't do it, be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) put a smile in your face
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't bring everybody down like this
don't worry
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) it will soon pass, whatever it is




(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) I'm not worried, I'm happy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Countdown Singers' song "Don't Worry Be Happy" convey a message of optimism and resilience in the face of troubles and worries in life. The song starts with the songwriter suggesting that the listener should sing along to the song, implying that it will uplift their spirits. The repeated refrain, "Don't worry, be happy," serves as a reminder to not let worries consume one's thoughts and instead focus on finding happiness.


The lyrics acknowledge that everyone faces troubles in life, but worrying only amplifies those difficulties. By choosing not to worry, the songwriter suggests that one can navigate through life's challenges with a more positive outlook. The song emphasizes the importance of not allowing external factors to bring you down, whether it be the lack of a place to sleep, financial difficulties, or personal struggles.


Furthermore, the lyrics suggest that worrying not only affects individuals but also impacts those around them. When one frowns and worries, it can bring everybody else's spirits down as well. The songwriter encourages the listener to replace worries with a smile and to choose happiness instead. By doing so, the songwriter states that one can be free from worries and find contentment in life.


Overall, "Don't Worry Be Happy" is a simple yet powerful song that promotes the idea of maintaining a positive mindset and not letting worries overshadow happiness.


Line by Line Meaning

Here's a little song I wrote
I have composed a small piece of music


You might want to sing it note for note
You may desire to melodiously reproduce it, following each pitch


Don't worry, be happy
Do not allow yourself to feel anxious or troubled, instead, experience joy and contentment


In every life we have some trouble
Difficulties are a common occurrence in everyone's existence


But when you worry you make it double
However, when you allow yourself to become anxious, the troubles intensify


Don't worry, be happy
Instead, do not stress and instead find joy


Don't worry, be happy now
Therefore, refrain from worrying and instead experience happiness at this very moment


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
Express your happiness by vocalizing this particular sound


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Continue to avoid concern and embrace happiness as a way of life


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry
Refrain from experiencing distress


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
Instead, strive for joy and contentment


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Endeavor to avoid anxiety and focus on being joyful


Ain't got no place to lay your head
You do not possess a location to rest your head


Somebody came and took your bed
Someone arrived and claimed possession of your sleeping arrangement


Don't worry, be happy
Despite this situation, do not allow yourself to be troubled and instead experience happiness


The landlord say your rent is late
The proprietor states that your payment for residing in the premises is overdue


He may have to litigate
The landlord might be forced to take legal action


Don't worry, be happy
However, it is essential for you to remain content and not let this concern you


Oh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh don't worry, be happy
Express your happiness and reassurance through this vocalization


Here I give you my phone number, when you worry, call me, I make you happy, don't worry, be happy)
I am providing you with my contact information so that when you feel anxious, you can reach out to me and I will help you find joy and alleviate your worries


Ain't got no cash, ain't got no style
You possess neither money nor a fashionable appearance


Ain't got no gal to make you smile
You do not have a romantic partner who can bring you happiness


Don't worry, be happy
Despite these circumstances, it is crucial to remain joyful and not let it trouble you


'Cause when you worry your face will frown
Because when you experience anxiety, your facial expression will adopt a displeased expression


And that will bring everybody down
Furthermore, this will negatively impact the mood of those around you


So don't worry, be happy
Therefore, it is imperative that you do not allow yourself to worry and instead focus on experiencing happiness


Don't worry, be happy now
Do not allow yourself to feel anxious, instead find joy in the present moment


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry
Avoid experiencing distress


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
Instead, strive for joy and contentment


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Endeavor to avoid anxiety and focus on being joyful


Now there, is this song I wrote
At this moment, the song I have created exists


I hope you learned note for note
I desire for you to comprehend and memorize it with precision


Like good little children, don't worry, be happy
Similar to well-behaved young individuals, refrain from experiencing anxiety and instead strive for joy


Now listen to what I said, in your life expect some trouble
Now pay attention to my words, as it is inevitable for difficulties to arise in your life


When you worry you make it double
However, when you allow yourself to feel anxious, the troubles intensify and become more burdensome


But don't worry, be happy, be happy now
Nevertheless, it is vital for you to not let worry consume you, instead find joy and experience it in the present moment


don't worry
Refrain from experiencing distress


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
Express your happiness by vocalizing this particular sound


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Continue to avoid concern and embrace happiness as a way of life


don't worry
Refrain from experiencing distress


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) be happy
Instead, strive for joy and contentment


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Endeavor to avoid anxiety and focus on being joyful


don't worry, don't worry
Do not allow yourself to experience distress, avoid it at all costs


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, don't do it, be happy
In no circumstance should you let yourself worry, rather choose happiness


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) put a smile in your face
Allow a pleasant expression to adorn your countenance


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't bring everybody down like this
Refrain from negatively affecting the mood of those around you with your current disposition


don't worry
Refrain from experiencing distress


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) it will soon pass, whatever it is
The current situation, no matter what it may be, will eventually come to an end


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) don't worry, be happy
Do not allow yourself to worry, instead strive for joy and contentment


(Ooh, ooh ooh ooh oo-ooh ooh oo-ooh) I'm not worried, I'm happy
Personally, I am not experiencing concern, rather I am filled with joy




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robert McFerrin Jr.

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