When I See You Smile
John Waite Lyrics


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Sometimes I wonder
How I'd ever make it through
Through this world
Without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue
'Cause sometimes it seems
Like this world's closing in on me
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me
Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in
But after everything is said and done
You're my reason for livin'

When I see you smile
I can face the world
Oh, yeah, I can do anything
When I see you smile
Oh yeah baby, oh whoa
I can do anything
When I see you smile
Baby, when I see you smile at me (yeah, yeah)

And baby there's nothing in this world that could ever do
What the touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew
And when the rain is falling
I don't feel it
'Cause you're here with me now
Yeah, one look at you baby
That's all I'll ever need
Yeah, all I'll ever need

When I see you smile
I can face the world
Oh yeah, I can do anything
When I see you smile
Oh yeah
Oh, I can do anything
When I see you smile
Baby, when I see you smile at me
I say
Sometimes I wanna give up
And give in
And quit this fight
And then one look at you baby
And everything, everything is alright (yeah, baby)

When I see you smile
I can face the world
Oh whoa, I can do anything, yeah
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby
Oh, I can do anything
When I see you smile
Yeah, darlin'
Oh whoa, I can do anything
When I see you smile, baby
Baby, when I see you smile at me




Oh yeah, everyday of my life
Oh yeah, smile at me, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Waite's song, "When I See You Smile," depict the power of love and the impact it can have on a person's life. The singer expresses that without their partner, they wouldn't know how to make it through this world. The world seems to close in on them at times, and they feel trapped, but seeing their partner reach out to them gives them hope. The singer also shares that sometimes they want to give up, but their partner is their reason for living.


The lyrics capture the essence of how a single smile from a loved one can change everything. The singer states that when they see their partner smile, they can face the world and do anything. The touch of their hand is like nothing they ever knew, and even when it's raining, they don't feel it because their partner is with them. One look from their partner is all they need to feel secure and at peace.


The essence of the song is that love has the power to give one hope, strength, and the ability to face any challenge that comes their way. When the singer sees their partner's smile, it lights up their life and gives them the courage to take on anything.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes I wonder
There are times when I have had doubts and questions.


How I'd ever make it through
How I would be able to navigate through life without you.


Through this world
We are talking about Earth and everything it comprises.


Without having you
If you were not present in my life, then it would be difficult.


I just wouldn't have a clue
You are a significant part of my life, and I cannot function without you.


'Cause sometimes it seems
On occasion, reality appears like it's crushing me.


Like this world's closing in on me
It gives an impression that everything is coming to an end, and something terrible is about to happen.


And there's no way of breaking free
There looks to be no escape route, and everything looks bleak.


And then I see you reach for me
When I am going through this moment of despair, and I perceive you trying to help me, it gives me hope.


Sometimes I wanna give up
There are times when I feel like quitting or just letting go.


I wanna give in
At times, I feel like surrendering or stopping to fight.


But after everything is said and done
All the struggles, challenges, and obstacles that we have to face.


You're my reason for livin'
All the difficulties I experience are worth it because I have you in my life.


When I see you smile
When I observe you happy, and content, it fills my heart with joy.


I can face the world
I get the courage and confidence to go through whatever challenge comes my way.


Oh, yeah, I can do anything
I am invigorated and believe that there is nothing I cannot do.


Oh yeah baby, oh whoa
This is merely an expression of satisfaction and rapture.


Baby, when I see you smile at me (yeah, yeah)
When I see you smile at me, it instantly elevates my mood, and I feel like anything is possible.


And baby there's nothing in this world that could ever do
The entire world and everything in it cannot replicate what you do to me.


What the touch of your hand can do
A simple touch from you has the power to soothe me and bring me happiness.


It's like nothing that I ever knew
It's a whole new experience I have never felt before.


And when the rain is falling
On moments when it feels like everything is going wrong.


I don't feel it
You make the problems appear less severe.


'Cause you're here with me now
You being present with me, and accompanying me through the storm makes it bearable.


Yeah, one look at you baby
Merely catching a glimpse of you is enough to make me feel better.


That's all I'll ever need
Your presence is all I require to make it through the day.


And everything, everything is alright (yeah, baby)
Seeing you happy and content ensures that everything in life is okay.


Yeah, darlin'
An expression of endearment.


Oh whoa, I can do anything
I feel invigorated, and there is no challenge I cannot confront.


Yeah, everyday of my life
You are a significant part of my life and make every day worth living.


Oh yeah, smile at me, yeah
Your smile is a vital ingredient that brings joy and happiness to my life.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Diane Eve Warren

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@sholehmahfudin4408

"When I See You Smile"

Sometimes I wonder how I'd ever make it through
Through this world without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue

'Cause sometimes it seems like this world's closing in on me
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me

Sometimes I wanna give up, wanna give in
I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you baby
And everything's alright, everything's alright

When I see you smile, I can face the world
Oh, oh
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile, I see a ray of light
Oh, oh

I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Baby when I see you smile at me
Oh, yeah

Baby there's nothing in this world that could ever do
What a touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew
Hey

And when the rain is falling, I don't feel it
'Cause you're here with me now
And one look at you baby
Is all I'll ever need, is all I'll ever need

When I see you smile, I can face the world
Oh, oh
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile, I see a ray of light
Oh, oh

I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Baby, baby when I see you smile at me

Sometimes I wanna give up, I wanna give in
I wanna quit the fight
Then one look at you baby
And everything's alright
Hey, everything's alright
It's alright

When I see you smile, I can face the world
Oh, oh
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile, I see a ray of light
Oh, oh

I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile, I can face the world
Oh, oh
You know I can do anything
When I see you smile, oh yeah
Baby when I see you smile
Smile at me



All comments from YouTube:

@user-tl9xh5rw1w

Who still listening to this in 2024

@tonniewalls8890

Me 100% all the way and 2025 and on

@ColbyC711

Right here!!!

@CultLabyrinth

The 21st century is sadly lacking this awesomeness! Who else agrees?

@Spartan77

I agree. Most modern music pales in comparison. Heck, I am being too nice, modern music SUCKS in comparison.

@cindyforbey2931

Thats for sure

@chizzler2248

I am on the same page, the music today doesn't have the emotion that the songs in the 70's 80's had. I miss those days!

@justindominice8282

Because they don’t sing from their heart

@nancy8676

John Waite is still out there

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@pygeekrfoo820

Listening in 2024. Thinking of simpler times, old friends and loved ones who have passed. Who’s with me?

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