If It Makes You Happy

Sheryl Crow

About If It Makes You Happy

"If It Makes You Happy" is the lead single from Sheryl Crow's 1996 eponymous album. The song peaked at number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and won Best Female Rock Vocal Performance at the 1997 Grammy Awards. The song ties with her hit, "My Favorite Mistake", as her third highest-charting single in the United Kingdom, reaching number nine on the UK Singles Chart. It also peaked at number one in Canada and was her second number-one hit on the Canadian Adult Contemporary chart. In the 2009 VH1 Divas show, Crow and Miley Cyrus performed this song together. 


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I been long, a long way from here
Put on a poncho and played for mosquitoes
And drank 'til I was thirsty again
We went searchin', through thrift store jungles
Found Geronimo's rifle, Marilyn's shampoo
And Benny Goodman's corset and pen
Well, okay, I made this up
I promised you I'd never give up

If it makes you happy
It can't be that bad
If it makes you happy
Then why the hell are you so sad?

You get down, real low down
You listen to Coltrane, derail your own train
Well, who hasn't been there before?
I come 'round, around the hard way
Bring you comics in bed, scrape the mold off the bread
And serve you French toast again
Well, okay, I still get stoned
I'm not the kind of girl you'd take home

If it makes you happy
It can't be that bad
If it makes you happy
Then why the hell are you so sad?
If it makes you happy
It can't be that bad
If it makes you happy
Then why the hell are you so sad?

We've been far, far away from here
Put on a poncho and played for mosquitoes
And everywhere in between
Well, okay, we get along
So what if right now, everything's wrong?

If it makes you happy
It can't be that bad
If it makes you happy
Then why the hell are you so sad?
If it makes you happy
It can't be that bad
If it makes you happy
Then why the hell are you so sad?

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Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Suzanne Crow (born February 11, 1962) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, multi-instrumentalist, performer, record producer, actress, and political activist. Her music incorporates elements of rock, folk, hip hop, country, and pop. She has released seven studio albums, two compilations, and a live album, and has contributed to various film soundtracks. She has sold more than 16 million albums in the United States and over 50 million albums worldwide. Additionally, Crow has garnered nine Grammy Awards. more »

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Written by: Jeffrey Robert Trott, Sheryl Suzanne Crow

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20 facts about this song

Release Date
"If It Makes You Happy", by Sheryl Crow, was released in September 1996.
Album Track
The song is the lead single from her second studio album, "Sheryl Crow".
Chart-topping Success
The song was one of Crow’s biggest hits, reaching number ten on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart in the United States.
Genre
The song is classified under the Pop-Rock genre.
Grammy Wins
"If It Makes You Happy" won the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance in 1997.
Music Video
The accompanying music video for the song, directed by Keir McFarlane, showed Crow performing in a bar.
Songwriters
The song was co-written by Sheryl Crow and Jeff Trott.
Critical Acclaim
The song received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth, with reviewers praising its introspective nature.
Inspiration
Jeff Trott mentioned in an interview that inspiration for the song came when he and Sheryl were on a four-wheel drive over some sand dunes during the early evening, experiencing pure joy.
Live Performances
"If It Makes You Happy" has been a staple in Sheryl Crow's live performances since its release.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered multiple times, by artists ranging from Miley Cyrus to Ben Folds.
Cultural Impact
The song’s title has become something of a catchphrase in popular culture, often used in discussions or media to represent a defense of one's choices or preferences.
Record Sales
"If It Makes You Happy" ended up selling 800,000 copies worldwide.
Album Success
As part of the album "Sheryl Crow", this song helped the album to earn triple platinum status in the United States.
Radio Play
Despite being a rock song, "If It Makes You Happy" had mainstream appeal and was played extensively on pop radio stations.
Background Vocals
Sheryl Crow sang all her background vocals for the song.
Reviews
"If It Makes You Happy" was lauded by critics for its sense of raw authenticity.
Song Duration
The song's running time is four minute and 32 seconds.
Distinctive Intro
The song is known for its folk-rock sound, particularly its distinct opening featuring a harmonica prelude.
Continual Praise
Decades after its initial release, "If It Makes You Happy" continues to draw praise for its lyricism and Crow's vocal performance.

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