Song Description
A folk song about mental health and depression.
| Song Length |
3:07 |
Genre |
Folk - Contemporary, Folk - Americana |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Depressing, Poignant |
Subject |
Addiction, Sadness |
| Similar Artists |
Paul Simon, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan |
Language |
English |
| Era |
1960 - 1969 |
| |
Lyrics
Surprise me with a smile
The one I belong to
Surprise me with a smile
Dear depression, I blame you
Surprise me with a smile
Or I'll stay here for a while
Surprise me with a smile
I'm at my best with you
Surprise me with a smile
Show my other shade of blues
Surprise me with a smile
So I can hold my head up high
And I won't dive
The sunshine's on my side
Or so at least I've heard
If the sun shines on my side
I'll try and spread the word
When the sun shines in my eyes
That's when I feel alive
I won't dive
Surprise me with a smile
I'll turn left instead of right
Surprise me with a smile
I'll be coming home tonight
Surprise me with a smile
I'll hold my hands to the light
And I won't dive
Surprise me with a smile
And I'll turn my back on you