"Sometimes I find myself not being able to enjoy the height of a good moment because I start thinking about the fact that it’s about to be over."
- Kacey Musgraves via Instagram.
Happy & Sad
Kacey Musgraves Lyrics
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The way that you've got me lit up inside
It's the song that they're playin', the words that you're sayin'
It's never felt so right
And I'm the kind of person who starts getting kinda nervous
When I'm having the time of my life
Happy and sad at the same time
You got me smiling with tears in my eyes
I never felt so high
No, I've never been this far off of the ground
And they say everything that goes up must come down
But I don't wanna come down
So is there a way to stop all this thinkin', just keep on drinkin'?
'Cause I don't wanna wake up
When they're turnin' the lights on and it turns out the joke's on me
'Cause it feels so right
And I'm the kind of person who starts getting kinda nervous
When I'm having the time of my life
Is there a word for the way that I'm feeling tonight?
Happy and sad at the same time
You got me smilin' with tears in my eyes
I never fell so high
No, I've never been this far off of the ground
And they say everything that goes up must come down
And I don't wanna come down
I don't mind at all, no, I'm used to fallin'
I'm comfortable when the sky is gray
But when everything is perfect, I start hidin'
'Cause I know that rain is comin' my way, my way
'Cause I'm happy and sad at the same time
You got me smilin' with tears in my eyes
I never felt so high
No, I've never been this far off of the ground
And they say everything that goes up, goes up must come down
And I don't wanna come down
No, I don't wanna come down
The lyrics of "Happy & Sad" by Kacey Musgraves explore the complexity of emotions that can arise during a moment of intense joy. The song suggests that happiness and sadness can coexist, often in equal measure, leading to a sensation that is simultaneously uplifting and disconcerting. Musgraves frames this phenomenon in the context of a party, where the glow of the atmosphere, the song that is playing, and the words being spoken all combine to create a sense of blissful elation. However, the singer acknowledges that even when everything is perfect, she can't help but feel nervous that the moment will end, and the inevitable comedown will follow.
The chorus of "Happy & Sad" poses a question that captures the heart of the song. The singer wonders if there is a word that can describe the way she is feeling, which is a mixture of happiness and sadness. This line speaks to the power of language to capture, express, and convey the nuances of emotion, but it also highlights the limitations of language in fully encapsulating the complexities of human experience. The song communicates a sense of ambivalence towards the world, simultaneously embracing its pleasures and dreading the consequences that those pleasures bring. Ultimately, "Happy & Sad" captures the bittersweet nature of existence, where the things that make us happiest can also cause us pain.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not you, it's the glow of the party
I'm not drawn to you, but the festive environment around us.
The way that you've got me lit up inside
You're making me feel alive and energetic.
It's the song that they're playin', the words that you're sayin'
The music and your conversation are contributing to my euphoric state.
It's never felt so right
I've never felt so content and satisfied.
And I'm the kind of person who starts getting kinda nervous / When I'm having the time of my life
I tend to become anxious when things are going exceptionally well.
Is there a word for the way that I'm feeling tonight?
I'm experiencing a complex blend of emotions and am curious if there's a term for it.
Happy and sad at the same time
I feel both joy and sorrow simultaneously.
You got me smiling with tears in my eyes
You're making me so happy that tears are welling up in my eyes.
I never felt so high
I've never felt this elated before.
No, I've never been this far off of the ground
I've never felt this removed from reality before.
And they say everything that goes up must come down / But I don't wanna come down
While it's a known fact that all good things must end, I don't want this blissful feeling to fade away.
So is there a way to stop all this thinkin', just keep on drinkin'?
I'm trying to avoid overthinking and would rather stay in this carefree state by continuing to drink.
'Cause I don't wanna wake up / When they're turnin' the lights on and it turns out the joke's on me / 'Cause it feels so right
I don't want to come back to reality when the party ends and the realization hits that this might just be fleeting enjoyment.
I don't mind at all, no, I'm used to fallin'
I'm accustomed to experiencing challenges and setbacks.
I'm comfortable when the sky is gray / But when everything is perfect, I start hidin'
I'm okay when things are gloomy, but when everything is ideal, I tend to become guarded.
'Cause I know that rain is comin' my way, my way
I anticipate that something will eventually go wrong or bring me down.
No, I don't wanna come down
I don't want this overwhelming feeling to dissipate anytime soon.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Daniel Tashian, Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kristinajean4282
Happy & Sad"
It's not you, it's the glow of the party
The way that you've got me lit up inside
It's the song that they're playin', the words that you're sayin'
It's never felt so right
And I'm the kind of person who starts getting kinda nervous
When I'm having the time of my life
Is there a word for the way that I'm feeling tonight?
Happy and sad at the same time
You got me smiling with tears in my eyes
I never felt so high
No, I've never been this far off of the ground
And they say everything that goes up must come down
But I don't wanna come down
So is there a way to stop all this thinkin', just keep on drinkin'?
'Cause I don't wanna wake up
When they're turnin' the lights on and it turns out the joke's on me
'Cause it feels so right
And I'm the kind of person who starts getting kinda nervous
When I'm having the time of my life
Is there a word for the way that I'm feeling tonight?
Happy and sad at the same time
You got me smilin' with tears in my eyes
I never felt so high
No, I've never been this far off of the ground
And they say everything that goes up must come down
But I don't wanna come down
I don't mind at all, no, I'm used to fallin'
I'm comfortable when the sky is gray
But when everything is perfect, I start hidin'
'Cause I know that rain is comin' my way, my way
'Cause I'm happy and sad at the same time
You got me smilin' with tears in my eyes
I never felt so high
No, never been this far off of the ground
And they say everything that goes up, goes up must come down
And I don't wanna come down
No, I don't wanna come down
@haveyoumetchins
"You got me smiling with tears in my eyes"
What a beautiful line. What a beautiful song.
@Aryan-jx3cb
haveyoumet chins How great to feel that everytime. #Bliss
@laurakirk2360
I'm in tears, love this so much
@raymondsolisjr.1262
She is so awesome. A voice of an angel for a very, very beautiful woman
@intrepidnick2939
Haveyoumet chins I’m a guy and had that feeling before. This song is beautiful.
@darkoverlord5427
I must agree
@allygaterr
Gave her album a listen after she won the Grammy and holy shit this girl is the real deal
@JenniferBrigitteOpticalVortex
allygaterr She's my favorite right now.
@dutchmasteret
Her first album was way better alot of realness feel to it
@JenniferBrigitteOpticalVortex
@@dutchmasteret Pageant Girl is so damn great too.