Get Happy
Nelson Riddle Lyrics
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You better chase all your cares away
Sing Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
The sun is shining, come on, get happy
The Lord is waiting to take your hand
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
We're heading 'cross the river
Wash your sins 'way in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Sing Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
That sun is shining, come on, get happy
The Lord is waiting to take you by the hand
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
We're going to the promised land
We're heading 'cross the river
Wash your sins 'way in the tide
And it's all so nice and peaceful
When you get on the other side
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
Forget your troubles, come on, get happy
Forget your troubles, come on, be happy
Forget your troubles, come on, stay happy
Happy, stay happy
The lyrics of "Get Happy" by Nelson Riddle are an encouragement to let go of worries and anxieties and instead focus on positivity and joy. The song encourages the listener to forget their troubles and chase them away, singing "Hallelujah" and getting ready for the Judgment Day. The song emphasizes the idea of happiness being a choice despite life's difficulties, with the chorus repeating "forget your troubles and just get happy."
The lyrics also reference Christian themes, with the Lord waiting to take the listener's hand and lead them towards the promised land. Crossing a river is portrayed as a metaphor for leaving one's sins behind and finding peace on the other side. The song's upbeat and catchy melody, as well as its inspiring lyrics, have made it a beloved classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Forget your troubles and just get happy
Don't dwell on your problems and focus on being happy
You better chase all your cares away
Make a conscious effort to rid yourself of all worries
Sing Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Express your joy and exultation with enthusiasm and energy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
Be prepared for the final reckoning of your life
The sun is shining, come on, get happy
The world around you is bright and positive, so join in and embrace it
The Lord is waiting to take your hand
God is there to guide and support you through life's ups and downs
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Celebrate your life and express your happiness with all your heart
We're going to the promised land
Life will lead us to a place of goodness and fulfillment
We're heading 'cross the river
We're moving forward in life and making progress
Wash your sins 'way in the tide
Cleanse yourself of your past mistakes and move on
It's all so peaceful on the other side
When you forgive yourself and let go of the past, life becomes much more tranquil
Forget your troubles, come on, be happy
Again, don't cling to your problems and find happiness instead
Forget your troubles, come on, stay happy
Don't just be happy for a moment, but try to maintain that positivity and joy throughout your life
Lyrics © S.A. MUSIC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Ted Koehler
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