Happiness
You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Ensemble (1999) Lyrics
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Pizza with sausage
Telling the time
Happiness is learning to whistle
Tying your shoe for the very first time
Happiness is playing the drum in your own school band
And happiness is walking hand in hand
Knowing a secret
Climbing a tree
Happiness is five different crayons
Catching a firefly
Setting him free
Happiness is being alone every now and then.
And happiness is coming home again
Happiness is morning and evening
Daytime and nighttime too
For happiness is anyone and anything at all
That′s loved by you
Happiness is having a sister
Sharing a sandwhich
Getting along
Happiness is singing together when day is through
And happiness is those who sing with you
Happiness is morning and evening
Daytime and nighttime too
For happiness is anyone and anything at all
That's loved by you
The song "Happiness" from You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Ensemble is a beautiful composition that speaks of simple pleasures that bring joy in life. The lyrics describe a series of things that can bring happiness to anyone, like finding a pencil, eating pizza, learning something new, or simply being alone once in a while. The song emphasizes the importance of little joys and the power they hold to make life beautiful.
The song also talks about the happiness that comes from being loved and being in the company of loved ones. It emphasizes the importance of family and friends in our lives, indicating that they are one of the biggest sources of happiness. The song concludes with the idea that happiness can be found in anyone or anything that is loved by us, emphasizing on the importance of gratitude towards the blessings we have in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Happiness is finding a pencil
Finding joy in simple things, like discovering a forgotten tool for expression
Pizza with sausage
The satisfaction of indulging in one's favorite food, a sensory pleasure
Telling the time
Understanding the world and events around you, being able to keep track of time
Happiness is learning to whistle
Personal growth, the excitement of mastering a new skill
Tying your shoe for the very first time
Feeling accomplished, the beginning of independence and self-sufficiency
Happiness is playing the drum in your own school band
Contributing to a group, feeling a sense of belonging and purpose
And happiness is walking hand in hand
Sharing experiences with someone you care about, feeling connected
Happiness is two kinds of ice cream
Having choices, enjoying variety and diversity
Knowing a secret
Feeling trusted, privileged to confidential information
Climbing a tree
Physical activity, adventure, exploration
Happiness is five different crayons
Variety in creativity tools, having the ability to express oneself in unique ways
Catching a firefly
Fascination with nature, experiencing a magical moment of wonder
Setting him free
Compassion for other beings, respecting the freedom and autonomy of others
Happiness is being alone every now and then.
Appreciating solitude as a way to recharge, focus, and reflect
And happiness is coming home again
Feeling safe and comfortable in one's own environment, reuniting with loved ones
Happiness is morning and evening
Enjoying all moments of the day, the ebb and flow of life
Daytime and nighttime too
Being grateful for the cycles and rhythms of nature
For happiness is anyone and anything at all
Happiness is not limited to specific people or things, it can be found in many forms and places
That′s loved by you
Personal preference and affection, the subjective nature of happiness
Happiness is having a sister
Family relationships, the feeling of being loved and having someone to rely on
Sharing a sandwich
Acts of kindness, generosity, and sharing with others
Getting along
Peaceful relationships, harmony, cooperation
Happiness is singing together when day is through
Passion for music, the joy of shared experiences
And happiness is those who sing with you
Connection with others through music, the power of collaboration and teamwork
Writer(s): Clark Gesner
Contributed by Nathaniel A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@XJIcequeen
I have my own verses for the song
🎵Happiness is drawing a picture
Making a new friend
Games that you play!
Happiness is a breath of fresh air
The birds that start a brand new day!
Happiness is knowing your true love’s alive and well!
And happiness is the stories you will tell🎵
🎵Happiness is trying a burger
The smell of chocolate
Something to share!
Happiness is something to sleep with
Finding a sock that’s missing its pair!
Happiness is knowing that people are by your side!
And happiness is showing your pride!🎵
@musicaltheatrefan2k226
Okay, this is amazing!
I'll extend this version!
[C. BROWN:] Oh, happiness is drawing a picture
[SNOOPY:] Making a new friend
[LINUS:] Games that you play!
[SCHROEDER:] And happiness is a breath of fresh air
[LINUS:] The birds that start a brand new day!
[SALLY:] And happiness is knowing your true love’s alive and well!
[C. BROWN:] And happiness is stories that you tell
And happiness is trying a burger
[LUCY:] The smell of chocolate
[SCHROEDER:] Something to share!
[C. BROWN:] And happiness is something to sleep with
[SCHROEDER:] Finding a sock that’s missing its pair!
[C. BROWN:] And happiness is visiting places we've never been!
[ALL:] And happiness is where we all fit in.
[C. BROWN:] And happiness is coming and going,
Happens to us, you see?
This happiness is what we feel,
It's not too bad at all,
In you and me.
[LINUS:] And happiness is holding a blanket.
[LUCY:] Watching a movie
[LUCY, LINUS:] Hugging you tight!
[ALL:] And happiness is knowing that people are by your side! (Happiness is knowing, knowing that people are by your side!)
And happiness is showing your own pride! (And happiness is showing your, happiness is showing your own pride!)
And happiness is morning and evening,
Daytime and nighttime, too!
[C. BROWN:] For happiness is anyone and anything at all,
that's loved by you.
[LUCY:] "Hey, for the last time… you really are a good man, Charlie Brown."
@donnapower697
The last part where Lucy quietly walks up to him and sincerely tells Charlie Brown he is a good man and shakes his hand...I get a lump in my throat. Every. Damn. Time.
@Swolling
It is very touching
@WinUser04
A bit more than 50 years ago, "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" played at the Wilbur Theater in Boston prior to opening on Broadway. There was a Mother's Day special - mothers attended for free when a child payed full price. As a present, I took my mom (using my allowance money) and we sat in the upper balcony. The price those days was $3! I have never forgotten the experience. It was the first live performance I ever saw and, since then, I've enjoyed seeing plays and musicals in venues all over the world.
My mother passed away some years ago but this musical and, in particular, this song, will always be special for me.
@user-jb7et9iq2r
Innocent memories like these are great to hear. Thanks for sharing.
@ritacooper5258
that is so beautiful I'm sorry about your mother
@kellylovescats
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
@mimivizzi2810
WinUser04 my dad saw that when he was a kid with his mother (my grandma) this was her favorite song and it was played at her funeral
@barrylangford3276
A lovely reminiscence. Thank you for sharing.
@catherinescovers5675
I was on a walk today and all of a sudden I looked up into the sky and thought of this song. The purity and innocence of the lyrics make me feel so warm inside. Brings me back to when I was little and would focus on the happiness in the world, rather than the negative. Life was so much simpler back then. I miss it.
@bluescat581
Never had I heard something this beautiful, something so overwhelmingly tearful... It's so beautiful... Even the lyrics bring a warming, hearty sensation. Whenever I listen to this song, I can't help but start crying right away. It reminds me of all the beautiful things in my life...