Dont Worry, Be Happy was composed by Bobby McFerrin, inspired by a famous poster featuring the phrase Don’t Worry, Be Happy from the Indian guru Meher Baba. McFerrin crafted the song to evoke a sense of peace and happiness in spite of lifes troubles. Released in 1988, it became a global hit, showcasing an approach to life with an optimistic viewpoint.
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Introduction:
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Here's a little song I wrote
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You might want to sing it note for note
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Don't worry, be happy.
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In every life we have some trouble
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But when you worry you make it double
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Don't worry, be happy.
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Don't worry, be happy now.
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Don't worry, be happy. Don't worry, be happy.
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Don't worry, be happy. Don't worry, be happy.
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Ain't got no place to lay your head
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Somebody came and took your bed
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Don't worry, be happy.
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The landlord say your rent is late
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He may have to litigate
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Don't worry, be happy.
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Look at me -- I'm happy.
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Don't worry, be happy.
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Here I give you my phone number. When you worry, call me, I make you happy.