Why Not Smile

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the concrete broke your fall
to hear you speak of it
I'd have done anything
I would do anything
I feel like a cartoon brick wall
to hear you speak of it
you've been so sad
it makes me worry
why not smile?
you've been sad for a while.
why not smile?

I would do anything
to hear you speak of it.
why not smile?
you've been sad for a while.
you've been sad for a while.

Quotes collected from 'R.E.M. - In Their Own Words' by Peter Hogan

Lyrics are based on fans interpretations and are not official.

All R.E.M. originals written by Peter Buck, Mike Mills and Michael Stipe.

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The obvious cliche, I can't believe no one has said anything about this song! it really is a wonderful song, one of their best. it is like a healing journey. starting with xylophones and ending with sonic guitar distortion. beautiful.


By Nathanchronym So beautiful and sad yet it makes me feel hopeful and encourages me to... smile :)


By crushwitheyeliner It's a masterpiece you must listen to during a cold, soft rain on a sunny day. Simply beautiful. Everytime I hear it I smile.


By Eddie What does he mean about feeling like a cartoon brick wall?What is that suppose to feel like? I really like the song, but I don't get that part.


By Missy