Helen’s theme for this week is “Smile”. It was supposed to be “Simile” apparently, but I’m happy the way it turned out.
My immediate thought was a song based on the instrumental theme used in a film that came out the year my big sister was born.
In 1936 Charlie Chaplin starred in Modern Times, a film based on the Great Depression. The theme tune had lyrics added in 1954 which were based on the lines, and themes, of the film. This was recorded, as Smile, by Nat King Cole, and the rest, as they say, is history.
In looking for a worthy version to offer I discovered Madeleine Peyroux, and what a discovery she is. I do hope you enjoy this, but more than that, I hope that the video really does make you smile. It is delightful.
Madeleine Peyroux – Smile Lyrics
Smile even though it’s breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you’ll get by
If you smile through your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You’ll see the sun come shining through for youLight up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That’s the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what’s the use of crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smileLight up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That’s the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what’s the use of crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile
That’s the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what’s the use of crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile
Oh my gosh! I love Madeleine Peyroux! She is wonderful and this is a fabulous cover of that song. ❤️
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I do too, now that I’ve discovered her!
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💖💖💖
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I’ve always loved this song Peter, in fact it used to make me cry but come to think of it, much of music does that.
My eldest brother was born in the thirties and I grew up with and grew to love the music of his era, and I consider myself fortunate to have those musical memories. Thank you for this one. PS. I might borrow this track if you don’t mind 😊
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I’ll send an invoice! 😜
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Oh shucks, and you know where I am too!
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A fantastic version of this awesome song. I really liked the artwork in the video too.
Great find! Thanks for sharing.
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The artwork was a definite bonus!
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Oh Peter! I so very much enjoyed this 🙂
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So glad Colleen.😊
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Smiling, is good medicine Peter, a lovely song mate, I’ve got an Aussie one for you from 1976 by John Paul Young.
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Very nice Ivor!
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Great choice and this is such a smooth version! Thanks for sharing!
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I love this song, used to sing it regularly!
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I bet it was bitter sweet at times Lynn!
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yes! It is a special song for sure
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What a beautiful voice! I love her singing this song. I also loved watching the video. It truly made me smile. Thanks so much for sharing!
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I love SLS. It makes me delve into memories, and create new ones!
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