By Natalie Cole

This song was given to her dad Nat King Cole by Charlie Chaplin, who wrote the song.  Chaplin composed the music in 1936, and John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons added the lyrics and title in 1954.

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, maybe tomorrow
You’ll see the sun come shining through
Oh, just for you

Come on and light up your face with gladness
Hide every little trace of sadness
Although a tear may be
Ever so near, well

That’s the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what’s the use in crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
Oh, if you, if you just smile

Oh, that’s the time that you must keep on trying
Smile, tell me what’s the use in crying
You’ll find that life is still worthwhile
Oh if you, if you just, just smile
Ooo Smile

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