Smile
Nelson Riddle, Johnny Mathis
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Smile though your heart is aching Smile when your heart is breaking When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by If you smile through your fear and sorrow Smile and maybe tomorrow You'll see the sun come shining through for you Light up your face with gladness Hide every trace of sadness Although a tear may be ever so near That's the time you must keep on trying Smile, what's the use of crying? You'll find that life is still worthwhile If you just smile That's the time you must keep on trying Smile, what's the use of crying? You'll find that life is still worthwhile If you just smile
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Written by: STEPHEN BERNARD GIBBS, AMANDA WILSON, DANIEL KIRSCH
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundJohnny Mathis, the artist behind "Smile," is an American singer of popular music. Starting his career with singles of standard music, he became highly popular as an album artist.
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Song Release"Smile" was released in 1959 as part of the album "Faithfully." This album marked Mathis' ninth original studio album.
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SongwriterThe song was initially composed by Charlie Chaplin as an instrumental theme for the movie "Modern Times" in 1936. However, lyrics were added in 1954 by John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons, and it became "Smile."
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PopularityWhile not a chart-topping success, "Smile" is one of Johnny Mathis's signature songs and has earned its place as a classic in American music history.
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Impact on CareerThe song bolstered Mathis's reputation as one of America's premier romantic singers.
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Other VersionsBefore Mathis covered the song, it had been performed by other legendary artists such as Nat King Cole and Judy Garland. After him, many artists, including Michael Jackson and Josh Groban, have covered "Smile."
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ThemeThe song 'Smile' carries a positive message, urging listeners to keep their heads up during tough times.
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Song's MessageDespite the hardship faced, listeners are told to "smile through your fear and sorrow" and "you'll see the sun come shining through for you."
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Performance StyleJohnny Mathis's rendition of "Smile" is noted for its smooth, warm vocals and gentle orchestra arrangements that were characteristic of his style.
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LongevityDespite being over 60 years old, "Smile" still holds a special place in Pop Standard genre and continues to be played on radio stations and covered by new artists, attesting to its timeless charm and appeal.
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