Don't Worry Be Happy
The Busters Lyrics


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Here's a little song I wrote
I want to sing it note for note

Every night we have some trouble
When you worry you make it double

Ain't got no place to lay your head
Somebody came and took your bed

Your landlord say your rent is late
You may have to litigate

Ain't got no cash ain't got no style
Ain't got no girl to make you smile





Cause when you worry your face will frown
That will bring everybody down

Overall Meaning

The Busters's song "Don't Worry Be Happy" is a catchy and upbeat tune that delivers a simple and relatable message: worrying only makes things worse. The song uses playful, almost childlike lyrics to convey a serious message about the negative effects of stress and anxiety. The first two lines of the song, "Here's a little song I wrote, I want to sing it note for note," suggest that the message of the song is important and worth paying attention to.


The first verse describes the common experience of having trouble at night, which can amplify itself when someone worries about it. The second verse presents a series of problems that can cause stress and anxiety - having nowhere to sleep, being unable to pay rent, feeling unattractive and lonely. The chorus is a reminder that worrying only makes things worse, and that it can negatively impact the people around us. The line "when you worry your face will frown, that will bring everybody down" is especially powerful, as it suggests that our moods and attitudes can have a ripple effect on others.


Overall, "Don't Worry Be Happy" is a fun and lighthearted song with a serious message about the importance of staying positive and not letting stress and anxiety get the best of us. The song's catchy melody and playful lyrics make it an excellent anthem for anyone feeling overwhelmed or worried.


Line by Line Meaning

Here's a little song I wrote
I composed a short tune


I want to sing it note for note
I aim to perform it exactly as written


Every night we have some trouble
We encounter difficulties frequently


When you worry you make it double
Stressing can intensify problems


Ain't got no place to lay your head
You lack a bed or shelter


Somebody came and took your bed
An individual removed your sleeping spot


Your landlord say your rent is late
The person who owns your living quarters claims that your payment is overdue


You may have to litigate
Legal action may be necessary


Ain't got no cash ain't got no style
You possess neither money nor flair


Ain't got no girl to make you smile
You do not have a female partner who brings you joy


Cause when you worry your face will frown
Anxiety causes facial expressions that suggest sadness


That will bring everybody down
It can affect the mood of other people too




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