Tears of Joy
Wendy & Lisa Lyrics


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In the morning I wake up
Turn around and there's no one there
Wash my hair do my make-up
It's a new day out there

Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
Where do such strange feelings come from
Can't be sure of tomorrow
But I know the day will come
Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
I finally know what I'm looking for
And I'm sure that tomorrow
Say hello and I'll be yours

Say hello such a strange word
Such a strange way to say hello
It's so hard for me sometimes
Like love's first night alone
Anyway, it's a pleasure to know someone's
Waiting just for me
I'll find my buried treasure,
And tears of joy will rain on me

Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
Where do such strange feelings come from
Can't be sure of tomorrow
But I know the day will come
Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
I finally know what I'm looking for
And I'm sure that tomorrow
Say hello and I'll be yours

Can you hear me breathing
I just know that you are listening
And I'm longing to know you
You're no stranger to me
In the morning I'll wakeup
Turn around and you will be there
I'll kiss you you'll wake up
And run you fingers through my hair

Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
Where do such strange feelings come from
Can't be sure of tomorrow
But I know the day will come
Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
I finally know what I'm looking for




And I'm sure that tomorrow
Say hello and I'll be yours

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Wendy & Lisa's song Tears Of Joy talks about a person waking up alone in the morning, going through their daily routine and facing the uncertainty of the day. The lyrics express the mixed emotions of tears of joy and smiles of sorrow, questioning where such strange feelings come from. The person is not sure about what the future holds but takes comfort in knowing that the day will come. The lyrics emphasize the power of a simple greeting like 'hello' and longing to know someone, who is waiting just for them.


The chorus of the song 'Tears Of Joy' highlights the mixed emotions that one goes through and how it is difficult to predict what the next day holds. However, the song suggests that through the uncertainty one can find hope by focusing on the present moment and looking forward to what tomorrow brings. The song expresses the importance of affection in relationships and that one can find happiness by finding love.


Overall, the lyrics of Tears of Joy seem to describe a person waking up to the reality that true joy and contentment come from finding someone who waits just for them, challenges and all. The feelings of anticipation and longing are palpable with each verse, highlighting how important it is for the person to find their buried treasure, and find joy in the trials along the way.


Line by Line Meaning

In the morning I wake up
Starting a new day without knowing what it brings


Turn around and there's no one there
No one by my side, it feels empty and incomplete


Wash my hair do my make-up
Preparing myself for the day ahead


It's a new day out there
Opportunity for something great to happen


Tears of joy, smiles of sorrow
Mixed emotions that are hard to understand


Where do such strange feelings come from
Questioning what causes these emotions


Can't be sure of tomorrow
Uncertainty about what the future holds


But I know the day will come
Belief that everything will work out in the end


I finally know what I'm looking for
Discovering the person or thing that truly makes me happy


And I'm sure that tomorrow
Feeling confident about facing the future


Say hello and I'll be yours
Wanting to share my life with someone special


Say hello such a strange word
Reflecting on the power that a simple greeting can have


Such a strange way to say hello
Realizing that expressing feelings can be difficult


It's so hard for me sometimes
Admitting that vulnerability can be challenging


Like love's first night alone
The raw, intense feelings of new love


Anyway, it's a pleasure to know someone's
Grateful to have someone who cares waiting for me


Waiting just for me
Feeling special and appreciated


I'll find my buried treasure,
Seeking out the things that truly bring me happiness


And tears of joy will rain on me
Experiencing intense emotions of happiness


Can you hear me breathing
Wondering if someone else can feel my presence


I just know that you are listening
Feeling like there is someone out there for me


And I'm longing to know you
Wanting to connect with someone on a deep level


You're no stranger to me
Feeling a connection with someone I don't really know


I'll kiss you you'll wake up
Dreaming of a romantic relationship and the intimacy it brings


And run you fingers through my hair
Enjoying the tender moments of a relationship




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