Happiness
Shawn Lee Lyrics


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Happiness is a drug
Happiness don't pull the rug on
Happiness has begun
Happiness that's never undone

Take me and blow all my cares away
And I hope that this feeling stays
'Cos I'm loving your love each day
Summer has gone and the winter's here
And I hope that the spring is near
'Cos I'm living the favourite year

Happiness is hard to get
Happiness is being wet
Happiness is a song
Happiness, it never lasts long

Happiness is the way
Happiness is being gay
Happiness is a song
Happiness never lasts long

Summer has gone and the winter's here




And I hope that the spring is near
Cause I'm living the favourite year

Overall Meaning

The song "Happiness" by Shawn Lee seemingly talks about the fleeting nature of joy and the elusiveness of happiness. It describes happiness as a "drug" that one can become addicted to, but just like with any drug, there's the risk of being left disoriented and unstable if it's taken away unexpectedly. The line "Happiness don't pull the rug on" further emphasizes this concept - that happiness can be yanked from under someone without warning. Despite the possibility of the happiness not lasting forever, the singer hopes that the feeling stays, as it's brought so much joy and relief to their life. They express gratitude and affection towards the person that brings them this happiness and hope that the spring is near as they're "living the favourite year," which could mean that they're going through a particularly happy period in their life.


However, the chorus of the song suggests that happiness is hard to attain and maintain. Being wet also seems to be metaphorical for feeling down, as it's difficult to be happy when you're physically uncomfortable. Happiness is likened to a song, something that can be enjoyed in the moment but has the tendency to end sooner than expected. The line "Happiness is a way/Happiness is being gay" could be interpreted as an allusion to the song from the musical "Bye Bye Birdie," as it shares a similar line ("Put On A Happy Face"). The word "gay" has obviously taken on a different meaning in contemporary society, but it's possible that the double entendre was intended by the songwriter. Overall, the song acknowledges the difficulties of maintaining joy in one's life but also highlights the importance of cherishing it while it lasts.


Line by Line Meaning

Happiness is a drug
Happiness can be addictive and give us a temporary high


Happiness don't pull the rug on
Happiness should not be taken away unexpectedly or suddenly


Happiness has begun
Happiness has started and can be felt


Happiness that's never undone
Once happiness is experienced, it cannot be taken away or undone


Take me and blow all my cares away
Let go of your worries and let happiness take over


And I hope that this feeling stays
The feeling of happiness is cherished and we hope it lasts


'Cos I'm loving your love each day
Feeling loved and in love brings happiness each day


Summer has gone and the winter's here
Time passes quickly and seasons change


And I hope that the spring is near
We hope for new beginnings and renewal of happiness


'Cos I'm living the favourite year
This is the best year so far and we are grateful for the happiness it brings


Happiness is hard to get
Achieving happiness is not always easy


Happiness is being wet
Happiness can also be found in small, simple things like getting wet in the rain


Happiness is a song
Happiness can be like music, bringing joy and harmony


Happiness, it never lasts long
Happiness can be fleeting and short-lived


Happiness is the way
Choosing to focus on happiness is an important part of life


Happiness is being gay
Being happy with oneself and embracing individuality brings happiness


Happiness never lasts long
Happiness as a feeling is temporary and does not stay forever




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Comments from YouTube:

@b1music

Everything Shawn touches turns to gold.

@aureliemillet3330

So Stevie . I love it

@zofiatrzeszczkowska6205

so catchy! love it for so many years !!!!!! <3 i just love all this pretty unknown great songs

@Tinkeroftime

Really love this song so much! I wish it was more widely known~

@elenam.7439

I Love this song! Sounds and lyrics are so sunny and cheerful.. always make my day!! <3

@MrRebig

Great song!

@ohfortheloveofbuddha

no words necessary...simply gorgeous in every way

@BoDeLo

Am and Shawn Lee Album go get it.  Well produced and very melodic well worth a listen.   Called Celestial Electric! :)

@SoMoe

i have to admit this is pretty good.it would sound a little better if there's a little more violin sound.not bad :) <3

@begindream007

refreshing sounds and image delight thank you!

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