Keep on Smilin'
Wet Willie
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Well you say you got the blues, Got holes in both of your shoes, Feelin' alone and confused, You got to keep on smilin', keep on smilin' Yeah, you're about to go insane, 'Cause your woman's playing games And she says that you're to blame, You got to keep on smilin', keep on smilin' Keep on smilin' through the rain, laughin' at the pain Rollin' with the changes 'til the sun comes out again Keep on smilin' through the rain, laughin' at the pain Rollin' with the changes, singi'n this refrain Singin' in a honky tonk cafe, Nobody's hearin' what you play, They're too busy drinkin' anyway, You got to keep on smilin', brother keep on smilin' You say you found a piece of land Gonna change from city boy to country man Try to build your life with your hands You got to keep on smilin', keep on smilin' Keep on smilin' through the rain, laughin' at the pain Rollin' with the changes til the sun comes out again Keep on smilin' through the rain, laughin' at the pain Rollin' with the changes, singi'n this refrain You're just hangin' out in a local bar, And you're wonderin' who the hell you are Are you a farmer or are you a star? Keep on smilin' through the rain, laughin' at the pain Rollin' with the changes til the sun comes out again Keep on smilin' through the rain, laughin' at the pain Rollin' with the changes, singi'n this refrain
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Written by: JACK VIRGIL JR. HALL, JAMES ROBERT HALL, JOHN DAVID ANTHONY, LEWIS MAXWELL ROSS, MAURICE RICHARD HIRSCH
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13 facts about this song
Musical Style"Keep On Smilin'" by Wet Willie is a Southern rock song with elements of soul, blues, and pop.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1974 as the title track of the band's fourth studio album.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it Wet Willie's biggest hit.
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SongwritingThe song was written by the band members, Jack Hall, John Anthony, Lewis Ross, Rick Hirsch, and Jimmy Hall.
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Band OriginWet Willie is a band from Mobile, Alabama that was active in the 1970s.
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Album DetailsThe "Keep on Smilin'" album was the first album released by the band under Capricorn Records.
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Re-recorded"Keep On Smilin'" was re-recorded by Wet Willie in 1995 for the compilation album, "Best of Wet Willie".
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Distinct soundThe band was known for their unique blend of blues, R&B, country and rock, which can be clearly seen in "Keep On Smilin'".
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Cultural ImpactAs their most successful single, "Keep On Smilin'" is often considered the band's signature song.
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Cover VersionsGiven its popularity, the song has been covered by various artists over the years, including country singer T. Graham Brown.
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Live PerformancesWet Willie often performs "Keep On Smilin'" during live concerts, and it continues to be a fan favorite.
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Optimism themeThe song has a positive and optimistic lyrical theme, encouraging listeners to keep smiling, no matter the adversities.
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Musical InfluenceThe song's pitch-perfect blend of Southern rock and R&B influenced many Southern rock bands that came after them.
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