Good Day

The Kinks

About Good Day

"Good Day" is a song released and performed by the British rock band, The Kinks. The song, written by Ray Davies, appeared on the band's album, Word of Mouth.


Year:
1984
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The sky is blue 
But there are clouds in my head,
With big decisions looming ahead
The sun is out but 
The room is so grey,
So much confusion headed my way
Get positive, try to be gay

News of the world, 
Tea and biscuits in bed
The headlines said that Diana is dead
She couldn't act much but she put on a show
She always smiled 
Even when she felt low
I used to fancy her a long time ago.

So today has got to be a good day,
Today is gonna be a good day,
Today is gonna be a good day,
Good day, good day, good day.

Holes in my socks 
And I can't find my shoes
It's no surprise that I'm singing the blues
So many holes in my life still to mend,
And someone just said 
That the world?s gonna end

So today better be a good day,
Today is gonna be a good day,
Today has got to be a good day,
Good day, good day, good day, good day.

If we blow away the past 
With a bloody great blast,
Make it fast, make it fast
So have a good day today 
Because it could be your last,
Make it last, make it last

Will it light up the sky? 
Will it blot out the sun? 
Well we've waited this long,
So it better be a good one
Good day, good day, good day

Yeah, it's gonna be a good day
Hey baby, if you come back home 
It'll be a good day today.
They could drop a small atom bomb 
On the city today,
But if you walk through that door, honey, 
You know it'll be a good day

And now survival is my only aim
I call friends and see if any remain
Who was that girl who used to be my flame? 
I'd call her if I could remember her name

So today is gonna be a good day,
Today has got to be a good day,
Today is gonna be a good day,
Good day, good day, good day, good day

Hey Diana, I've really got to learn 
To take a tip from you,
Put on my makeup and try 
To make the world take notice of you
Yeah, it's gonna be good day today

Good day, gonna be a good day
(repeat)

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The Kinks

The Kinks were an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, North London, by brothers Ray and Dave Davies in 1964. Categorised in the United States as a British Invasion band, the Kinks are recognised as one of the most important and influential rock groups of the era. Their music was influenced by a wide range of genres, including rhythm and blues, British music hall, folk and country. Ray Davies (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and Dave Davies (lead guitar, vocals) remained members throughout the group's 32-year run. Original members Pete Quaife (bass guitar, vocals) and Mick Avory (drums and percussion) were replaced by John Dalton in 1969 and Bob Henrit in 1984, respectively. Dalton was in turn replaced by Jim Rodford in 1978. Keyboardist Nicky Hopkins accomp… more »

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Written by: RAY DAVIES

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10 facts about this song

Album Details
"Good Day" is a song by the English rock band "The Kinks". It was included in their 20th studio album called "Word of Mouth" which was released in 1984.
Songwriting
Ray Davies, the band's lead singer and one of the main songwriters, wrote "Good Day".
Music Style
The song is characteristic of The Kinks' distinct music style, which combines elements of rock, pop, and folk.
Lack of Chart Success
Despite the popularity of The Kinks, "Good Day" did not chart as a single. However, it became a favorite among the fans of the band.
Critical Response
It received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, with some praising Davies' songwriting skills, while others found the song less memorable compared to the band's earlier works.
Interesting Lyrics
The lyrics of "Good Day" portray a character who is in denial about their loneliness and insists that they're experiencing a "good day."
Band's Lineup
During the time of recording "Word of Mouth" album, the band consisted of Ray Davies (vocals, guitar), Dave Davies (guitar, vocals), Mick Avory (drums), and Jim Rodford (bass).
Music Video
The music video for "Good Day" features The Kinks performing in what appears to be an empty warehouse, with colorful lighting effects. The simplicity of the video allows the focus to remain on the band and the lyrics.
Album's Performance
Though the "Word of Mouth" album did not achieve high commercial success, it is highly regarded by fans for its raw and honest rock sound. It peaked at No. 57 on the UK Albums Chart.
Cover Versions
While "Good Day" itself hasn't been widely covered by other artists, the album "Word of Mouth" has seen several of its songs covered by bands and artists over the years.

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