Pretend
Nat "King" Cole Lyrics
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It isn't very hard to do
And you'll find happiness without an end
Whenever you pretend
Remember anyone can dream
And nothing's bad as it may seem
The little things you haven't got
You'll find a love you can share
One you can call all your own
Just close your eyes, she'll be there
You'll never be alone
And if you sing this melody
You'll be pretending just like me
The world is mine, it can be yours, my friend
So why don't you pretend?
And if you sing this melody
You'll be pretending just like me
The world is mine, it can be yours, my friend
So why don't you pretend?
The song "Pretend" by Nat "King" Cole is a soothing ballad that encourages everyone to dream, imagine, and pretend to be happy despite their current emotional state. The opening lines of the song suggest that pretending to be happy, even when one is feeling blue, can bring happiness without end. This optimistic message is meant to inspire listeners to step out of their emotional pain and envision a brighter future.
Cole's lyrics emphasize the importance of dreaming and imagining a better tomorrow. He sings, "Remember anyone can dream/And nothing's bad as it may seem/The little things you haven't got/Could be a lot if you pretend." These lines beautifully articulate the power of imagination and how it can help one cope with life's struggles. Cole's words suggest that everyone has the ability to create hope and positivity in their lives through imagination, and that happiness is not dependent on material possessions.
The song's closing lines offer a reason why we should all pretend from time to time: "The world is mine, it can be yours, my friend/So why don't you pretend?" Here, Cole is inviting us to share his belief that the world is a place full of possibilities and opportunities. He encourages us to imagine that everything we desire is within our reach.
Overall, "Pretend" is a song that emphasizes the power of imagination and the importance of positivity in our lives. Cole's lyrics suggest that by pretending to be happy, we can create happiness – even if we don't feel it yet.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretend you're happy when you're blue
Act like you're joyful even when you're feeling depressed
It isn't very hard to do
It's not difficult to fake happiness
And you'll find happiness without an end
By pretending, you can experience everlasting happiness
Whenever you pretend
Whenever you're pretending to be happy
Remember anyone can dream
Keep in mind that everyone has the capacity to imagine
And nothing's bad as it may seem
What appears to be negative isn't always as terrible as it seems
The little things you haven't got
The small things you lack
Could be a lot if you pretend
Can be a lot if you choose to pretend
You'll find a love you can share
You'll discover a love that you can share with someone else
One you can call all your own
A love that can belong only to you
Just close your eyes, she'll be there
If you pretend, you can feel like your loved one is present
You'll never be alone
You'll never be by yourself
And if you sing this melody
If you sing this song
You'll be pretending just like me
You'll be feigning happiness just as I am
The world is mine, it can be yours, my friend
I feel like I own the world, and it can be yours too, my friend, if you pretend
So why don't you pretend?
So why don't you try faking happiness?
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., MUSIC SALES CORPORATION
Written by: CLIFF PARMAN, DAN BELLOC, FRANK LA VERE, LEW DOUGLAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GizmoFromPizmo
My mom had an album of Nat King Cole's greatest hits and I played that thing more than she did. I made a cassette tape of it and played it over and over in my car. The guy is smooth.
Autumn Leaves,
Darling, Je Vous Aime Beaucoup,
Nature Boy,
Pretend,
and so many more.
It was one of those TV album offers that she sent for and I wish I could find it anywhere but have not been able to.
@lauromelo8204
Faça de conta que você está feliz, quando você estiver triste.
Isto não é muito difícil de fazer.
E você encontrará felicidade sem fim.
Sempre que você fizer de conta.
Lembre-se qualquer um pode sonhar.
E nada é tão ruim quanto pode parecer ser.
As poucas coisas que você não tem, podiam ser muitas se você fizer de conta.
Você encontrará um amor que você poderá compartilhar.
Um que você pode dizer que é todo seu.
Apenas feche seus olhos que ele estará aí.
Você nunca estará sozinho.
E se você cantar esta melodia.
Você estará fazendo de conta como eu.
O mundo é meu e pode ser seu meu amigo.
Então por que você não faz de conta.
@sauquoit13456
On this day in 1953 {April 26th} "Pretend" by Nat King Cole peaked at #2 {for 1 week} on Billboard's 'Most Played In Juke Boxes' chart, the week it was at #2, the #1 record for that week was "Doggie In The Window" by Patti Page...
The following month in May of 1953, "Pretend" also peaked at #2 {for 4 weeks} on United Kingdom's Singles chart, and the #1 record for those four weeks was "I Believe" by Frankie Laine...
Between 1948 and 1966 the Montgomery, Alabama native had eighty-six records on the Billboard's charts, fourteen made the Top 10 with three reaching #1, "Nature Boy" in 1948, "Mona Lisa" in 1950, and "Too Young" in 1952...
Sadly, Mr. Cole passed away at the young age of 45 on February 15th, 1965...
May he R.I.P.
* "Pretend" was the first of three of his records to peak at #2, his other two #2 records were "A Blossom Fell" in 1955 and "Ramblin' Rose" in1962...
And from the 'For What It's Worth' department, the remainder of Billboard's 'Most Played On Juke Boxes' Top 10 for April 26th, 1953:
At #3. "Your Cheatin' Heart" by Joni James
#4. "Till I Waltz With You Again" by Teresa Brewer
#4. "I Believe" by Frankie Laine {a tie}
#4. "Song From Moulin Rouge" by Percy Faith and His Orch. {a tie}
#7. "Say You're Mine Again" by Perry Como
#8. "Tell Me A Story" by Frankie Laine and Jimmy Boyd
#8. "Seven Lonely Days" by Georgia Gibbs {a tie}
#10. "April In Portugal" by Les Baxter
@ooonurse33
This has been stuck in my head since Bob proctors memorial yesterday. I think I get it now. Thanks Bob 🥰
@questionresearch8721
I'm here because eof Bob Proctor. Lol. These lyrics are good.
@hivaldodasilva3785
@Question & Research WOW, I'm also listening to the song because I saw a video that Bob Proctor suggested, amazing...
@AtmosphereOfSound
I am also here because of Bob's "Change Your Paradigm, Change Your Life!" So Grateful for His Life-changing wisdom!
@samspace81
I loved that mans work. He helped and still helps me prosper in my life. RIP
@missyxo6521
I am also here because of the Bob Proctor😍❤️
@nothingbutice3833
My son of 15 sent this to me. I'd never heard before. Divorce 10 years. What a blessing to have such a Son. Small tear. And a Man beyond his years.
@yrsong6696
You are very happy man! 🤠
Good luck for you and your son.
@veltersons
Bob Proctor shared this song 💙
@valentinvaldezjr3714
Yes agree