I'm So Happy Now
The Young Rascals Lyrics


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I used to be a fool
And think that life was cruel and full of hate
But now I see
Things are not so bad (things are not so bad)
If only I had had someone to hold my hand like you
I'd do it then

I'm so happy now
You changed my life somehow
I'm so happy now

And now that I am free
From all that misery and I can smile again
'Cause you
Came into my life (came into my life)
Said you'd be my wife and made me realize that life
Is wonderful

And
I'm so happy now
You changed my life somehow
I'm so happy now

I'm so happy now
You changed my life somehow
I'm so happy now

I'm so happy now




You changed my life somehow
I'm so happy now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Young Rascals’s "I'm So Happy Now" express the feeling of newfound happiness after being rescued from a state of despair. The song speaks about a life that was previously perceived as "cruel and full of hate," with the singer feeling like a "fool." However, with the arrival of a new love interest, who now serves as a partner, the singer has found happiness and can see that "life is wonderful."


The chorus repeats the phrase “I’m so happy now” in a euphoric manner that celebrates the singer's newfound joy. The songwriters add depth to the narrative by mentioning that the happiness stems from someone else's actions, indicating that the singer has experienced the kindness and understanding of another. The song is a clear example of how finding love from someone else can play an important role in someone's life, and how it can help individuals find happiness and meaning in existence.


Overall, "I'm So Happy Now" is a beautiful and soulful song that highlights the power of love and human connection in bringing about joy and a meaningful life. The lyrics encourage listeners to seek love and relationships that will bring positivity into their lives.


Line by Line Meaning

I used to be a fool
I used to have mistaken beliefs and behaviors


And think that life was cruel and full of hate
And believe that life is harsh and full of malice


But now I see
But now I understand


Things are not so bad (things are not so bad)
Life is not as terrible as I once thought (it's not so bad)


If only I had had someone to hold my hand like you
If only I had someone to guide and support me like you do


I'd do it then
I would have acted differently then


And now that I am free
And now that I'm liberated


From all that misery and I can smile again
From all the suffering, and now I can experience joy again


'Cause you
Because of you


Came into my life (came into my life)
Entered my life (came into it)


Said you'd be my wife and made me realize that life
Promised to marry me and made me see that life


Is wonderful
Is full of wonder and amazement


I'm so happy now
I am currently experiencing great joy


You changed my life somehow
You have somehow altered my existence


I'm so happy now
I am currently experiencing great joy


I'm so happy now
I am currently experiencing great joy


You changed my life somehow
You have somehow altered my existence


I'm so happy now
I am currently experiencing great joy




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