Every Breath You Take
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It might seem crazy what I'm 'bout to say
Sunshine she's here, you can take a break
I'm a hot air balloon that could go to space
With the air, like I don't care baby by the way

Huh, because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I'm happy

Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do

Here come bad news, talking this and that
(Yeah) Well, give me all you got, and don't hold it back
(Yeah) Well, I should probably warn you I'll be just fine
(Yeah) No offense to you, don't waste your time
Here's why

Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do

Hey, come on, uh
Bring me down, can't nuthin' (happy)
Bring me down
My level is too high to bring me down (happy)
Can't nuthin', bring me down (happy)
I said, let me tell you now, unh (happy)
Bring me down, can't nuthin', bring me down (happy, happy, happy)
My level is too high to bring me down (happy, happy, happy)
Can't nuthin' bring me down (happy, happy, happy)
I said

Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do

Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do

Come on, unh bring me down can't nuthin' (happy, happy, happy)
Bring me down my level is too high (happy, happy, happy)
Bring me down can't nuthin' (happy, happy, happy)
Bring me down, I said

Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you, eh eh eh
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do

Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I'm happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you, eh hey

Because I'm happy
Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do, heh come on

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Happy" by Pharrell Williams are an anthem to being in a positive state of mind. The song opens with a lighthearted and carefree introduction, where Pharrell declares that he is happy and in a good mood. He compares himself to a hot air balloon that could go to space, conveying the sense of liberation and boundless energy that comes with being happy. He then invites the listener to join in, urging them to clap along if they feel the same way.

The song's chorus reinforces this message, encouraging people to embrace happiness as a guiding principle in their lives. Pharrell acknowledges that bad things will happen and things won't always be perfect, but still, there's no reason to let that bring you down. With its upbeat, catchy melody and infectious rhythm, "Happy" is a song that helps people celebrate and cherish the happy moments in life.

In essence, "Happy" is a song that encourages people to find joy and fulfillment in their lives, even amidst the difficulties and struggles everyone faces. It's a reminder that happiness isn't something you can always control, but you should always strive to find it whenever and wherever you can.

Line by Line Meaning

It might seem crazy what I'm 'bout to say
I know what I'm about to say might sound crazy

Sunshine she's here, you can take a break
Things are going well, take a moment to relax

I'm a hot air balloon that could go to space
I am feeling free and limitless

With the air, like I don't care baby by the way
I am embracing this feeling and not worrying about what others think

Because I'm happy
I am feeling great and content

Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Join me in celebrating this feeling of freedom and joy

Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
If you also believe that happiness is the key to life, clap along

Clap along if you know what happiness is to you
If you have found your own happiness, join in and clap

Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do
If you feel like joining in and clapping, don't hold back

Here come bad news, talking this and that
Someone is trying to bring me down with negative talk

(Yeah) Well, give me all you got, and don't hold it back
I am ready to face any challenge and am not afraid

(Yeah) Well, I should probably warn you I'll be just fine
Despite the bad news, I will still come out on top

(Yeah) No offense to you, don't waste your time
I appreciate your concern but I don't need your help

Hey, come on, uh
Let's keep this positive energy going

Bring me down, can't nuthin' (happy)
I cannot be brought down from this high

My level is too high to bring me down (happy)
I am on such a high level of happiness that nothing can bring me down

Can't nuthin', bring me down (happy)
Nothing can bring me down from this joyous feeling

Clap along if you know what happiness is to you, eh eh eh
Join in if you have discovered what truly makes you happy

Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do
If you feel like clapping along, then do it

Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
If you believe that happiness is the key to life, then join in

Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
If you feel free and limitless, then clap along

Clap along if you know what happiness is to you, eh hey
If you have found your own happiness, then clap along

Clap along if you feel like that's what you wanna do, heh come on
If you want to continue joining in and clapping, go ahead

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Pharrell Williams

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