Smile a Little Smile for Me

Flying Machine

About Smile a Little Smile for Me

"Smile a Little Smile for Me" is a 1969 song by The Flying Machine. It reached No. 5 in the U. S. during the fall of the year. It also hit No. 6 on the Adult Contemporary chart."Smile a Little Smile for Me" was a bigger hit in Canada. It reached number four on the pop singles chart and number six AC.


Year:
1994
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You really should accept
This time he's gone for good
He'll never come back now
Even though he said he would
So, darling, dry your eyes
So many other guys
Would give the world I'm sure
To wear the shoes he wore

[Chorus]
Oh, see'mon smile a little smile for me, Rosemarie
What's the use in cryin' ?
In a little while you'll see, Rosemarie
You must keep on tryin'
I know that he hurt you bad
I know, darling, don't be sad and
Smile a little smile for me, Rosemarie, Rosemarie

I guess you're lonely now
Love's comin' to an end
But, darling, only now
Are you free to try again
Lift up your pretty chin
Don't let those tears begin
You're a big girl now
And you'll pull through somehow

[Chorus]

Smile a little smile for me, Rosemarie, Rosemarie

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Written by: GEOFF STEPHENS, TONY MACAULAY

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"Smile a Little Smile for Me" peaked at number 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1969. It was The Flying Machine's biggest hit single.
Song Composition
The song is composed in the key of G Major. It is described as a bubblegum pop song, incorporating a catchy melody with simple, light-hearted lyrics.
Songwriters
The song was written by Tony Macaulay and Geoff Stephens, who were prominent British songwriters during the 1960s and 1970s. They were known for creating some of the era's signature pop songs.
Band Origin
The Flying Machine was a British pop band that started in the late 1960s. Before they made their breakthrough with "Smile a Little Smile for Me," they were primarily a nightclub act.
Album Details
This hit single was featured in The Flying Machine's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1969.
Name Confusion
The band's name was often confused with James Taylor's original band, The Flying Machine. In fact, the former took the name after the latter had disbanded.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists over the years. The most notable include Gary Puckett and Tony Burrows, the original lead singer of The Flying Machine.
Song Message
The song tells a comforting and uplifting story about a friend trying to cheer another friend up after a break-up.
Commercial Usage
Despite its age, "Smile a Little Smile for Me" is frequently used in commercials and films due to its uplifting melody and message.
Band Disbandment
Unfortunately, The Flying Machine disbanded in 1971, just two years after their big hit. Despite their short-lived career, "Smile a Little Smile for Me" remains their enduring legacy in the music industry.

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