Put On a Happy Face
Tony Bennett Lyrics
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Gray skies are gonna clear up
Put on a happy face
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Put on a happy face
Take of the gloomy mask of tragedy
It's not your style
You decided to smile
Pick out a pleasant outlook
Stick out that noble chin
Wipe off that full-of-doubt look
Slap on a happy grin
And spread sunshine all over the place
And put on a happy face
Gray skies are gonna clear up
Put on a happy face
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Put on a happy face
And if you're feeling cross and bitterish
Don't sit and whine
Think of banana splits and licorice
And you'll feel fine
I know a girl so gloomy
She never laugh or sing
She wouldn't listen to me
Now she's a mean old thing
So spread sunshine all over the place
And put on a happy, happy face
Put on a happy, happy, happy face
Oh, come on bubby, smile it's your birthday
"Put on a Happy Face" is a song originally composed by Lee Adams and Charles Strouse. It was first introduced in the 1960 Broadway musical "Bye Bye Birdie" and has since become a popular standard. The song encourages listeners to take on a positive outlook even when circumstances seem bleak. The first stanza of the song tells us that gray skies will eventually clear up and that we should put on a happy face and brush off the clouds to cheer up.
The second stanza advises us to take off the “gloomy mask of tragedy” and file away the bitter feelings. The song is telling us to choose happiness and positivity as our natural outlook despite life’s challenges. The third stanza suggests that if we feel cross or bitter, we should not sit and whine but think of pleasant things like eating banana splits and licorice, which will probably elevate our mood. The song also shares a story of a girl who wouldn't listen and was always gloomy, but after choosing to be upbeat, she became a happier person.
Overall, "Put on a Happy Face" is a reminder to all of us that life may not always be easy, but we have the ability to choose our attitude and outlook. With the right mindset and a smile, we can overcome challenging situations and spread joy to others.
Line by Line Meaning
Gray skies are gonna clear up
Things may look bad now, but they will get better soon.
Put on a happy face
Try to be happy and cheerful despite the bad circumstances.
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Get rid of the negative thoughts and try to be optimistic.
Take of the gloomy mask of tragedy
Stop appearing sad and depressed, it isn't your usual nature.
It's not your style
You are typically known for being cheerful and happy.
You'll look so good that you'll be glad
Being happy and smiling will make you feel and look good.
You decided to smile
You made the choice to be happy and smile despite the situation.
Pick out a pleasant outlook
Choose to think positively and look for good things around yourself.
Stick out that noble chin
Display bravery and be courageous despite situations.
Wipe off that full-of-doubt look
Get rid of negative beliefs that may hold you back from being happy.
Slap on a happy grin
Smile and be happy, no matter what the situation is.
And spread sunshine all over the place
Be the reason to spread positivity and happiness around yourself.
And if you're feeling cross and bitterish
Even when you are upset or angry, don't let it eat you up from the inside.
Don't sit and whine
Stop complaining about things and try to find a solution to the problem.
Think of banana splits and licorice
Focus on positive things and try to think of things you love doing or eating.
And you'll feel fine
Feeling happy and positive can help you feel better quickly.
I know a girl so gloomy
There was someone I knew who was always sad and unhappy.
She never laugh or sing
She never allowed herself to enjoy the simple pleasures of life.
She wouldn't listen to me
Even when I tried to cheer her up, she refused to listen.
Now she's a mean old thing
Now, due to her sadness and negativity, she is perceived by others as being mean.
Put on a happy, happy face
Make sure your happiness reflects in your smile.
Oh, come on bubby, smile it's your birthday
Let's celebrate and be happy, it's your special day.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Charles Strouse, Lee Adams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@edgarfilho6129
Lyric:
Hi
Gray skies are gonna clear up
Put on a happy face
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Put on a happy face
Take off the gloomy mask of tragedy
It's not your style
You'll look so good that you'll be glad
You decided to smile
Pick out a pleasant outlook
Stick out that noble chin
Wipe off that full-of-doubt look
Slap on a happy grin
And spread sunshine all over the place
And put on a happy face
Gray skies are gonna clear up
Put on a happy face
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Put on a happy face
And if you're feeling cross and bitterish
Don't sit and whine
Think of banana splits and licorice
And you'll feel fine
I know a girl so gloomy
She never laugh or sing
She wouldn't listen to me
Now she's a mean old thing
So spread sunshine all over the place
And put on a happy, happy face
Put on a happy, happy, happy face
Oh, come on bubby, smile it's your birthday
@juanbotello1
This is my alarm song every morning. Way to start my day, praising God and listening to this song.
@edgarfilho6129
Lyric:
Hi
Gray skies are gonna clear up
Put on a happy face
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Put on a happy face
Take off the gloomy mask of tragedy
It's not your style
You'll look so good that you'll be glad
You decided to smile
Pick out a pleasant outlook
Stick out that noble chin
Wipe off that full-of-doubt look
Slap on a happy grin
And spread sunshine all over the place
And put on a happy face
Gray skies are gonna clear up
Put on a happy face
Brush off the clouds and cheer up
Put on a happy face
And if you're feeling cross and bitterish
Don't sit and whine
Think of banana splits and licorice
And you'll feel fine
I know a girl so gloomy
She never laugh or sing
She wouldn't listen to me
Now she's a mean old thing
So spread sunshine all over the place
And put on a happy, happy face
Put on a happy, happy, happy face
Oh, come on bubby, smile it's your birthday
@MrCJ-qz9dl
Thanx 4 posting this...l had this song locked in my mind today. Being a Christian l substitute the adjective "happy" for "Jesus"...put on a Jesus Jesus face. 😁
@loririchard397
Great news. We can spread it all over the place.
@robisalumets3106
Can't get that song out of my head! Beautiful performance Tony!
@colliersmith1579
great song
@danielamadeo6877
BELLISIMA INTERPRETACION DE UN TEMA QUE DA FUERZAS PARA SEGUIR.-
@debbiedegeorge2420
One of my favorite songs of all time!
@photo161
The young Tony's voice was filled with joy...
@loririchard397
Great lyrics. Just what people need to do.