Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth,_Wind_&_Fire
Discography
Earth, Wind & Fire (1971)
The Need of Love (1971)
Last Days and Time (1972)
Head to the Sky (1973)
Open Our Eyes (1974)
That's the Way of the World (1975)
Spirit (1976)
All 'n All (1977)
I Am (1979)
Faces (1980)
Raise! (1981)
Powerlight (1983)
Electric Universe (1983)
Touch the World (1987)
Heritage (1990)
Millennium (1993)
In the Name of Love (1997)
The Promise (2003)
Illumination (2005)
Now, Then & Forever (2013)
Holiday (2014)
The Classic Christmas Album (2015)
On Your Face
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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shows on your face
and no matter,how you try to hide it'll state your case
Now a frown will bring your Sprits down to the ground
And never let you see, the Good things all around
Everytime we seem to let
Our feelings show, our luck
run out and the wind won't blow
But, that can't make me
That can't make me sad
Cause, I've been there Before
Don't wanna go no more
Sadness bears no remedy,
for the problems in your life
Won't disappear
This world can't shake me
Bad times can't make me sad
Ole world can't take me
Won't let it drive me mad
While you run your race
keep a smilin' face
Help you set your pace
Life is on your case
Wish upon a sunnyday, it'll turn to rain
Use the sunshine in your heart, to ease the pain
We wonder, how your attitude is going down
Is it wakin' and shakin' and safe and sound
Everytime we seem, let our feelings flow
Our luck runs out.
And the wind won't blow.
You can't shake me, the way I feel today.
Come tomorrow I'll feel the same way
Wake me! My heart us feeling glad
I'll take you with me When you're feelin' bad
In Earth, Wind & Fire's song 'On Your Face,' the importance of emotions and their direct effect on one's physical appearance is emphasized. The song suggests that one's disposition can oftentimes be reflected in their facial expressions, regardless of how much they try to conceal it. A frown, for example, can bring one's spirits down, preventing them from appreciating the beauty of life. The song advises the listener to maintain a smile on their face while running their race, helping them to set their pace as life is always on their case. In other words, one must stay optimistic and maintain a positive outlook in life, even during tough times.
In the lines, "Every time we seem to let our feelings show, our luck runs out and the wind won't blow," the lyrics suggest that by displaying emotions, people open themselves to misfortune. The song implies that hiding one's emotions could be a better option. Keeping positive thoughts in mind, maintaining a smile on one's face and utilizing the power of sunshine in the heart to alleviate the pain can all lead to a more fulfilled and satisfying life.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't it funny that the way you feel
Isn't it interesting how your emotions are reflected on your face
shows on your face
clearly evident on your countenance
and no matter,how you try to hide it'll state your case
even if you try to conceal it, your emotions will still reveal themselves
Now a frown will bring your Sprits down to the ground
when you're sad your spirits will sink low
And never let you see, the Good things all around
you'll miss out on the good things when you're feeling low
Everytime we seem to let
Every time we display
Our feelings show, our luck
Our emotions when exposed, our good fortune
run out and the wind won't blow
diminish and opportunities won't come our way
But, that can't make me
However, that won't affect me
That can't make me sad
I won't be sad about it
Cause, I've been there Before
Because I've experienced it before
Don't wanna go no more
I don't want to experience it again
Sadness bears no remedy,
Being sad doesn't fix anything
for the problems in your life
regarding the difficulties you face
Won't disappear
they won't go away
This world can't shake me
The world can't affect me
Bad times can't make me sad
Difficult times won't make me unhappy
Ole world can't take me
The world can't conquer me
Won't let it drive me mad
I won't let it make me crazy
While you run your race
As you progress through life
keep a smilin' face
continue to smile
Help you set your pace
assist you in establishing your rhythm
Life is on your case
Life is testing you
Wish upon a sunnyday, it'll turn to rain
If you wish for a sunny day, it'll rain instead
Use the sunshine in your heart, to ease the pain
Instead, make use of the warmth within you to lighten the burden
We wonder, how your attitude is going down
We're curious, how your mindset is worsening
Is it wakin' and shakin' and safe and sound
Is it being awakened and stirred up, and still well-protected?
Everytime we seem, let our feelings flow
Every time we allow our emotions to show
Our luck runs out.
Our good fortune fades away
You can't shake me, the way I feel today.
You can't change how I currently feel
Come tomorrow I'll feel the same way
I'll still feel the exact same tomorrow
Wake me! My heart us feeling glad
Wake me up! I'm feeling happy
I'll take you with me When you're feelin' bad
I'll bring you along when you're not feeling well
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHARLES STEPNEY, MAURICE WHITE, PHILIP BAILEY, PHILIP JAMES BAILEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
CAROLYN MOORE
Ain't it funny that the way you feel shows on your face
And no matter, how you try to hide it'll state your case
Now a frown will bring your spirits down to the ground
And never let you see, the good things all around
Every time we seem to let our feelings flow
Our luck runs out and the wind won't blow But that can't make me sad, just can't make me
Whoa, 'cause I've been there before, don't wanna go no more
The world can't take me, won't let it drive me mad
Sadness bears no remedy for the problems in your life
While you run your race, keep a smilin' face
Help you set your pace
Wish upon a sunny day, it'll turn to rain
Use the sunshine in your heart to ease the pain
We wonder how your attitude is going down
Is it wakin' and shakin' and safe and sound?
Every time we seem to let our feelings flow
Our luck runs out and the wind won't blow But that can't make me sad, that can? t make me
Whoa, 'cause I've been there before, don't wanna go no more
The world can't take me, won't let it drive me mad
Sadness bears no remedy for the problems in your life
While you run your race, keep a smilin' face
Life is on your caseYes it is, yeah
This world can't shake me, bad times can't make me sad
Whoa, 'cause I've been there before, don't wanna go no more
The world can't take me, won't let it drive me mad
You can't shake me the way I feel today
Come tomorrow I'll feel the same old way
Ain't it funny that the way you feel shows on your face?
Wake me! My heart is feelin' glad
I'll take you with me when you're feelin' bad
Use the sunshine in your heart you can't shake me the way I feel today
Come tomorrow I'll feel the same ol' way
I start to wonder what's going down, gotta feel it, feel it
Wake me! My heart is feeling glad
I'll take you with me when you're feelin' badI start to wonder what's going down
In your life, is it safe and sound?
I start to wonder if your life's all right
Are you dealing with it every day or does it cause you strife?
Yeah
CM
Darren Duncan
This song was good advice to a young man during the mid 70s who felt pretty hopeless and troubled growing up in a bad impoverished hood. Thanks Maurice White(RIP) and EW&F for the very positive guidance with your music. 👍💜
BeastOftheD N.B.L.
I can relate to That Young Man because I have been depressed about alot for so long. My Father never once told me the reason for this classic but he will always play it almost everyday.
Christina Arredondo
@BeastOftheD N.B.L. Mary j with out u
Rich Morg
When I first bought this album I played it this song over and over .
And it still sounds good today!😎
Gregory Johnson
Maurice's voice is unmatched. When he comes in at 3:20. Oh God! I felt it in my soul. He is greatly missed!
Martha R.
Yesss 👍
awwyeahme2
4:20 ☝️🎶
Velma WILLIAMS
Q0
Tupaball eye
Johnny Bryant
L of
Stacy Matthews
One of my favorites. People really need to listen to the lyrics, especially for what we are facing in these times. Great beat as well.