Smile
Pearl And The Puppets Lyrics

The opening line of “Don’t it make you smile?” by Pearl And The Puppets, suggests that there is a remedy to a gloomy day or a difficult situation. The song expresses this message through the metaphor of sunshine, highlighting that even when the sun doesn't shine it's important to smile. The lyrics further suggest that a positive outlook, despite negative experiences or setbacks, can make one happy. This idea is reinforced through the lyrics “don’t it make you smile?”, as if to say that even when things are tough, a smile can lift one's spirits.

The second half of the song highlights the singer’s feelings towards someone they miss. The crooked heart may be a reference to a heart that is broken or suffering from grief. This person could be someone close to the singer or someone they recently lost. The repetition of “I miss you already yeah...I miss you always…” suggests that this person was significant in the singer's life and that their absence has left a void. The final repetition of “The crooked heart swells all around” emphasizes the impact the loss has had on the singer and on their heart. Yet, despite this pain, the song still ends on a positive note, encouraging listeners to continue smiling and finding happiness even during tough times.