Happy Sad
Gemma Hayes
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My dirty joy, my laden back My will to live is under attack I have the days when it comes easy My blue eyed boy got show and tell I need your laugh to make me well No light is coming through my window Gotta meet you face to face Convince you that I'm not so strange Just happy sad I'm broken down But I'm okay, upbeat when you come around I'm happy sad and it comes easy to me I'm never one or the other You have knocked me off my track One lap to go and now I'm last You know I used to be so eager Get up, get up, get out of bed The brightest day that ever led You know you make me want to try harder [Chorus] My friends are few, but that's okay 'cause when you're around it all just fades away My sadder boy I'm happy sad I'm broken down But I'm upbeat when you come around I'm happy sad And it comes easy to me I'm never one or the other The roads don't love you, they still don't pretend to The roads don't love you, they still don't pretend to
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Written by: GEMMA CLAIRE HAYES, STEPHIN RAYMOND MERRITT
Lyrics © ROUGH TRADE PUBLISHING, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Happy Sad" is the song from the second studio album, "The Roads Don't Love You", by Irish singer-songwriter Gemma Hayes.
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Release InfoThe song was released in October 2005 by the record label Source Records.
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Collaboration DetailThe album’s production saw Gemma collaborating with a variety of producers including Joey Waronker who has worked with other notable musicians such as Beck and REM.
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Chart PerformanceThe album, that features "Happy Sad", reached Number 5 in the Irish charts and was also nominated for a Choice Music Prize in 2006.
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InfluencesThe lyrics of "Happy Sad" and other songs on the album reportedly reflect Gemma’s move to Los Angeles and the events she experienced.
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Media ImpactThe song was featured in the 2006 dramatic film "Cashback" and the 2006 comedy-drama series "Rescue Me".
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Sound and StyleGemma’s sound on "Happy Sad" has been described as dreamy and melancholic alternative rock, with influences originating from folk, giving her unique a unique style.
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Genre Classification"Happy Sad", like many of Hayes' songs, is typically classified under the genre of folk-rock or alternative rock.
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Audience ReceptionGemma’s authentic storytelling abilities through her music have created a strong connection with her fan base. "Happy Sad" is a fan favorite due to its relatable lyrics.
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CreativityThe song utilizes contrasting terms 'Happy' and 'Sad' to deeply articulate the relatable and changing emotions a person can experience. It's a testament to Hayes' creative songwriting abilities.
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