Happy Face
Destiny's Child Lyrics


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I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able,
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

Woke up and realized this world's not so bad after all
Looked at it through a child's eyes, and I saw these beautiful
Things that you never think about
Like the ocean, moonlight, stars and clouds
It's amazing how we don't appreciate our blessings
There's plenty of people who don't like me
But since there are more who love me and I love myself
Sometimes, it gets tough, it gets tough
But I can't give up, can't give up
Just take a deep breath, close my eyes
Feel the love and give a smile

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

It's me, I just wanna be happy
Uh, just be happy, uh, just be happy
Today is the day I am willing to say
I will put all the past behind me, no more enemies
Ready cause (ready cause)
I'm living in this world (living in this world)
I wanna make a change (wanna make a change)
Gonna make a change (gonna make a change)
Put on my happy face

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able,
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay

I woke up this morning
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning
With a happy face
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying




I'm flying, I'm flying
Flying, flying

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Happy Face" by Destiny's Child carry a powerful message of optimism and gratitude. The song starts by describing the singer's morning routine of putting on a "happy face" as a symbol of her decision to appreciate what she has rather than focusing on what she lacks. She goes on to reflect on the beauty of life: from the natural wonders of the world (the ocean, moonlight, stars, and clouds) to the love and support of the people surrounding her. The chorus repeats the idea that everything's going to be alright, and that the singer is willing to let go of past hurt and anger in order to embrace a better future.


The second verse of the song introduces more explicit ideas of change and growth, with the singer expressing a desire to make changes in her life, and to spread happiness and positivity to others. She acknowledges that, at times, it can be difficult to maintain this positive outlook, but the overall message of the song remains one of resilience and hope. By the end of the song, the singer is not just wearing a happy face but is truly "flying" - embracing the potential for growth and transformation.


Overall, "Happy Face" is an upbeat and empowering song that encourages listeners to choose happiness and gratitude, and to let go of negativity and fear. It's a reminder that, even in challenging circumstances, there is always something to be grateful for, and always the potential for positive change.


Line by Line Meaning

I woke up this morning,
Started a new day with a fresh outlook


The sunshine was shining
The world has positive things to offer


I put on my happy face
Chose to have a positive attitude regardless of what the day may bring


I'm living, I'm able,
Grateful for being alive and capable of living my life


I'm breathing, I'm grateful
Thankful for the basic gift of being able to breathe


To put on my happy face
Choosing to spread joy and positivity to others


It's me, I just wanna be happy
I prioritize my own happiness to live a full life


Gonna make a change
Intend to make positive changes in my life


Everything's gonna be alright
Trust that life will work out in the end


Gonna be alright
Have faith in a positive outcome


I'm flying, I'm flying
Confidently moving forward with my life




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CALVIN GAINES, BEYONCE KNOWLES, ROB FUSARI, BILL LEE, FALONTE MOORE, FALONTE D MOORE

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Chan Chan Torres

Ah-ah, ah ah-ah, ah ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah-ah-ah....

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

Woke up and realized this world's not so bad after all
Looked at it through a child's eyes, and I saw these beautiful
Things that you never think about
Like the ocean, moonlight, stars and clouds
It's amazing how we don't appreciate our blessings
There's plenty of people who don't like me
But since there are more who love me and I love myself
Sometimes, it gets tough, it gets tough
But I can't give up, can't give up
Just take a deep breath, close my eyes
Feel the love and give a smile

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

It's me, I just wanna be happy
Uh, just be happy, uh, just be happy
Today is the day I am willing to say
I will put all the past behind me, no more enemies
Ready cause (ready cause)
I'm living in this world (living in this world)
I wanna make a change (wanna make a change)
Gonna make a change (gonna make a change)
Put on my happy face

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright, everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright, everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright, everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning with a happy face
I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying
Flying, flying....



Kevaun Mitchell

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able,
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

Woke up and realized this world's not so bad after all
Looked at it through a child's eyes, and I saw these beautiful
Things that you never think about
Like the ocean, moonlight, stars and clouds
It's amazing how we don't appreciate our blessings
There's plenty of people who don't like me
But since there are more who love me and I love myself
Sometimes, it gets tough, it gets tough
But I can't give up, can't give up
Just take a deep breath, close my eyes
Feel the love and give a smile

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

It's me, I just wanna be happy
Uh, just be happy, uh, just be happy
Today is the day I am willing to say
I will put all the past behind me, no more enemies
Ready cause (ready cause)
I'm living in this world (living in this world)
I wanna make a change (wanna make a change)
Gonna make a change (gonna make a change)
Put on my happy face

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning,
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able,
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be okay

I woke up this morning
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning
The sunshine was shining
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able
I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

I woke up this morning
With a happy face
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying
Flying, flying



JKIR

[Intro: Beyoncé]
Ah-ah, ah, ah-ah
Ah, ah-ah-ah
Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

[Chorus: Beyoncé]
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

[Verse 1: Beyoncé]
I woke up and realized this world's not so bad after all
I looked at it through a child's eyes and I saw these beautiful
Things that you never think about like the ocean, moonlight, stars and clouds
It's amazing how we don't appreciate our blessings
There's plenty of people who don't like me
But there's ten times more who love me and I love myself
Sometimes, it gets tough, it gets tough
But I can't give up, can't give up
Just take a deep breath, close my eyes
Feel the love and give a smile

[Chorus: Beyoncé]
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

[Chorus: Beyoncé]
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

[Verse 2: Kelly Rowland & Destiny's Child]
It's me, I just wanna be happy
Uh, just be happy, eh, just be happy
Today is the day I am willing to say
I will put all the past behind me, no more enemies
Ready for the world (Ready for the world)
I'm livin' in this world (Living in this world)
I wanna make a change (Wanna make a change)
I'm gonna make a change (Gonna make a change)
Put on my happy face

[Chorus: Beyoncé]
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

[Bridge: Michelle Williams & Kelly Rowland]
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright, everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright, everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay
Gonna be alright, everything's gonna be alright
Everything's gonna be alright, everything's gonna be okay

[Break: Beyoncé]
Oh
Oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh

[Chorus: Beyoncé]
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face
I woke up this morning, the sunshine was shinin'
I put on my happy face
I'm living, I'm able, I'm breathing, I'm grateful
To put on my happy face

[Outro: Beyoncé]
I woke up this morning with a happy face
I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying
I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying, I'm flying
Flying, flying, flying, flying, flying, flying
Oh-oh, I'm flying, flying, so high

[Interlude: Kelly Rowland]
I will survive abandonment
I will survive a broken heart
I will survive loneliness



dian rubianti

All songs (12 songs) of this album "Survivor" by Destiny's Child created by Dian Rubianti / full song melody every single songs completely composed by Dian Rubianti.
Released by Destiny's Child by original genre, full song melody and rhythm created alone by Dian Rubianti every single songs (perfectly released every single songs by Destiny's Child the way it was created by singing by Dian Rubianti completely)
All These songs produced by completing the lyrics of every single songs owned by Dian Rubianti by Destiny's Child team song writing.
(The lyrics every single songs written completely as creativity Destiny's Child team song writer )
1. Independent Women pt.I
2. Survivor
3. Bootylicious
4. Nasty Girl
5. Fancy
6. Apple Pie A La Mode
7. Sexy Daddy
8. Independent Women pt.II
9. Happy Face
10. Dangerously In Love
11. Brown Sugar
12. The Story of Beauty
letter on comment from the owner of all these songs,
Dian Rubianti.
18-Nov-81



All comments from YouTube:

Beyllion

Beyoncé is CRIMINAL for hiding those vocals from us. I want an isolated version cause the background vocals are SICK 😭

Ana Fox

I’ve literally been searching for it for years !!!

Jermaine Johnson

Facts

OliJo SWT

Beyonce’s background vocals are everything!!!

mr castilow

The first part is Michelle’s vocals because she is the stronger soprano 👍🏾

Robert Congleton

Ayo this deadass should’ve been in a pixar film.

M 360

@Robert Congleton facttsssssss, disney fumbled those vocals and melodies but it's never too late

Beyvoacaltiktoks

@mr castilownon of that is Michelle and that’s false

Ana Fox

I HATE HATE HATEEEE that more people don’t know about this song

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J’KITTY

I’m still blasting this song in 2020 it has a powerful message ❤️

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