Smile
Embracing Life's Challenges: Find Joy in Stevie Wonder's 'Smile'
Lyrics
Smile though your heart is aching
Encouragement to maintain a positive outlook despite emotional pain.
Smile even though it's breaking
Continue smiling even in the face of heartbreak or emotional distress.
When there are clouds in the sky
During difficult times symbolized by clouds in the sky.
You'll get by
Despite challenges, one will overcome and persevere.
If you smile
Emphasizes the importance of smiling through fear and sorrow.
Through all fear and sorrow
Encouragement to smile, with hope for a brighter future.
Smile and maybe tomorrow
Positivity may lead to a better tomorrow.
You'll find the sun come shining through
Optimism that the sun (symbolizing happiness) will shine through.
For you (you'll find the sun come shining through)
Reiteration of the hopeful expectation of a brighter future.
Light up your face with gladness
Advises bringing happiness to one's face.
Hide every trace of sadness
Suggests hiding any signs of sadness.
Although a tear may be ever so near
Acknowledges the presence of tears but urges to conceal them.
That's the time
Indicates a specific time to persist and keep trying.
You must keep on trying
Encourages resilience during challenging moments.
Smile
Reiterates the importance of smiling despite difficulties.
What's the use of crying?
Questions the utility of crying, suggesting it's more beneficial to smile.
You'll find that life is still worth-while
Asserts that life remains meaningful even in adversity.
If you just smile
Reiterates the power of a smile in facing challenges.
Light up your face with gladness
Encourages maintaining a happy demeanor.
Hide every trace of sadness
Repeats the idea of concealing sadness behind a cheerful face.
Although a tear may be ever so near
Acknowledges the proximity of tears but advises to hide them.
Now that's the time
Reiterates the specific time to persist and not give up.
You must keep on trying
Encourages perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges.
Smile
Reiterates the importance of smiling despite difficulties.
What's the use of crying?
Questions the value of crying, emphasizing the benefits of smiling.
You'll find that life is still worth-while
Asserts that life remains meaningful despite challenges.
If you just smile
Final reminder of the power and significance of smiling.
(Smile though your heart is aching) smile, smile
Reiteration of the opening line, emphasizing the importance of smiling.
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