This morning just before Mass an elderly gentleman's phone suddenly began booming the song "Smile". It filled the church as he tried to figure out how to turn it off. He did finally manage to lower the volume, but I could still hear it. Luckily, he got it turned off before Mass began.
I've always liked that song. and a number of people have recorded it, including the best known version by Nat King Cole.
What people may not realize is that Charlie Chaplin composed the tune.
He actually composed or helped to compose the music for many of his movies. "Smile" was from Modern Times (1936).
He did not write the lyrics, however. Those were added by John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons in 1954.
Smile
Music by Charles Chaplin, Lyrics by John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons
Smile, though your heart is aching
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 you
Light 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’ll just
Smile
©Copyright 1954 by Bourne Co. Copyright Renewed All Rights Reserved International Copyright Secured
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