Saturday night I saw Janelle Monae in concert..an amazing experience! She did an incredible performance of “Smile” (wish I would have taped it with my iphone but I was entranced), a song that originally appeared in the 1936 movie Modern Times, music by Charlie Chaplin. Nat King Cole sang a beautiful version..later Judy Garland, Elvis Costello, and Michael Jackson were among those who performed the melody.
I found this clip from the movie on YouTube and had to share. The Smile, lyrics to live by…
Even though it’s breaking
When there are clouds, in the sky you’ll get by
If you smile, through all fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You’ll find the sun come shining through for you
Light up your face, with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear maybe ever so near
Cause that’s the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what’s the use of crying
You’ll find that life is still worth while
If you, you just smile
Smile, darling baby, smile
This framed poem is a favorite of mine and hangs in my studio on my clip board of inspiration.
