Just Smile...When Your Heart is Breaking
A simple strategy for how to survive those most difficult of days...just smile. This lens includes a specially selected collection of videos with different versions of the classic song "Smile" written by Charlie Chaplin, John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons. These videos are good resources to bookmark as a favorite for those days when you are feeling a bit down.
It also includes several resources on the benefits of smiling and the inspirational lyrics from the song smile. I hope that
You'll find that life is still worthwhile if you just smile
Image: Microsoft Clipart.
Smile
- 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 just smile.
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 just smile.
Music written by Charlie Chaplin, 1936.
Find Your Favorite Version of Smile
- Smile - Glee
- Smile - Jermaine Jackson
- Smile - Michael Jackson
- Smile - Josh Groban
- Smile - Robert Downey Jr.
- The Futurist in the Amazon
- A Featured Lens on the New Sherlock Holmes
- Smile - Tony Bennett and Barbara Streisand
- Smile - Nat King Cole
- Smile - Charlie Chaplin's Original
- Smile - Fan Tribute to Josh Groban
Smile on Wikipedia
"Smile" is a song, originally used as an instrumental theme in the soundtrack for the 1936 Charlie Chaplin movie Modern Times. Chaplin composed the music. While some believe the words were written by John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons, the sheet music was sold with the lyrics accredited to Chaplin. In the lyrics, the singer is telling the listener to cheer up and that there is always a bright tomorrow, just as long as they smile.
"Smile" has become a popular standard since its original use in Chaplin's film.
Smile - Glee
Smile (Glee Cast Version) (Cover of Charlie Chaplin Song)
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The Glee cast does their version of Charlie Chaplin's Smile.
This MP3 will be available for download starting December 8, 2009.
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Watch the Glee Episode Featuring "Smile"
- Watch the Glee Episode of Matress
- With FOX on Demand you can watch the Glee episode of "Matress" which aired December 2, 2009 and features their own version of Charlie Chaplin's Smile.
Smile - Jermaine Jackson
Smile - Michael Jackson MP3 Download from Amazon
Smile
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Download Michael Jackson's version of Charlie Chaplin's "Smile" from his "History - Past, Present And Future - Book I" Album.
Smile - Michael Jackson
Tweets about Smile from the Michael Jackson Memorial
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- you can't NOT smile after watching jermaine do this dance. #sugarlumps #musicmonday ♫ http://blip.fm/~hfhw5
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- _Kristiana_
- @MJlivesHERE I just bought Smile (the Jermaine Jackson version) & I've seen almost every live performance MJ has ever done
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- paula_62wp5
- Jermaine sang from his heart and soul with this beautiful song.. very touching indeed... (charlie chaplain-smile) :)
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- fairfarren
- I wish I didn't associate the beautiful song "Smile" by Charlie Chaplin to a sobbing Jermaine Jackson. :\
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- carolschweiss
- Listening to - Jermaine Jackson Smile - By Now Playing Plugin.
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- MacLaidBack
- RT @DreDre_MJ_Nerd: Lmaooooo xD RT: @timothyjamaal #2009faillist Jermaine Jackson for flubbing the words to "Smile" LOL...Lol haaaa
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- DreDre_MJ_Nerd
- Lmaooooo xD RT: @timothyjamaal #2009faillist Jermaine Jackson for flubbing the words to "Smile" LOL
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- timothyjamaal
- #2009faillist Jermaine Jackson for flubbing the words to "Smile" LOL
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- Karfabulous
- Luv the Smile song singed by Jermaine Jackson. Smile tho u're heart is arching..
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- rise_doi
- "smile" is on glee tonight. it's supposed to be a happy song but to me it's a sad song ever since jermaine sang it at MJ funeral
Smile Stone Poster in the Amazon Spotlight
Stone with Word Smile in Water of Tranquil Stream Photographic Poster Print, 32x24
Amazon Price: $49.99 (as of 12/07/2009)![]()
Stone with Word Smile in Water of Tranquil Stream
Size: 32 x 24 inches
Smile Though Your Heart is Aching

Smile though your heart is aching;
Smile even though it's breaking.
When there are clouds in the sky,
you'll get by.
Research on the Beneficial Effects of Smiling
- A Reason to Smile
- An article from the APA (American Psychological Association) Monitor article about research on smiling done as part of the Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship Program.
- ABC News: Smile for Success
- Research is showing that happiness leads to success; success doesn't necessarily lead to happiness. They conclude it is better to be happy than sad and that may put you on the road to success.
- Science has shown that smiling really IS good for you
- In another research setting, participants were either prevented or encouraged to smile by being instructed how to hold a pencil in their mouths. ...
- Smile, You Might Live Longer -- and Enjoy It!
- Apr 14, 2005 ... Recent research revealed "that optimistic individuals reduced their risk of ... She says that when you smile, you release more serotonin and ...
Smile - Josh Groban
Smile Through Your Fear and Sorrow

If you smile through
your fear and sorrow,
Smile and maybe tomorrow,
You'll see the sun come shining
through for you.
Smile Stickers on Amazon
Smile - Robert Downey Jr.
The Futurist in the Amazon
The Futurist
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This album features Robert Downey Jr's amazing rendition of smile.
He sings it as no one else can, from the experiences of a person who has lived through so much pain and can just make it through, if he remembers to smile.
A Featured Lens on the New Sherlock Holmes
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Sherlock Holmes 2009
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The new Sherlock Holmes film starring Robert Downey Jr. as Sherlock Holmes and Jude Law as his side kick Dr. Watson is the one film that I would like to see most for the holidays. It is scheduled to open on Christmas Day. This new version of Sherloc...
Inspirational Smile in the Amazon Spotlight
Smile, Smile Wood Sign, 6x6
Amazon Price: $22.99 (as of 12/07/2009)![]()
A colorful wooden plaque with the reminder to "Smile." An inspirational gift to hang in an office setting or around the home.
Size: 6 x 6 inches
Light Up Your Face with Gladness

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 - Tony Bennett and Barbara Streisand
Smile - Barbara Streisand MP3 Download from Amazon
Smile
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Download Barbara Streisand's version of Charlie Chaplin's Smile from her "The Movie Album."
Smiles from CafePress
Wear a Smile
A collection of smiles on shirts from CafePress.
Smile - What's the Use of Crying?

Smile,
What's the use of crying?
You'll find that life is still worthwhile,
If you just smile.
Smile - Nat King Cole MP3 Download from Amazon
Smile (2003 Digital Remaster)
Amazon Price: $0.99 (as of 12/07/2009)![]()
Download Nat King Cole's Version of Charlie Chaplin's Smile from his "The Very Best Of Nat King Cole" album.
Ways To Help Someone Smile
Make Someone's Day a Little Brighter
Lensmaster Roger Carr is the founder and owner of Everyday Giving. Everyday Giving inspires others to give back and make a difference in the world.-
7 Unique Ways To Make Someone Smile
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Do you want to put a smile on someone's face? Maybe make their day a little bit brighter? It doesn't have to take much time or money on your part. In fact, many things can be done as a part of your normal routine and cost little or nothing. You won't k...
Smile - Charlie Chaplin's Original
As posted by Jimmy DaKoik on YouTube "This is the last scene of the last silent movie made by Hollywood and there's a monumental sadness as we watch the end of an era."
Life is Still Worthwhile...Just Smile

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 just smile.
Smile - Fan Tribute to Josh Groban
Josh's smile and sincerity is really infectious...in a good way.
Other Squidoo Lenses on Josh Groban and the Josh Groban Foundation
More about Josh Groban
Learn more about the Josh Groban, His Foundation and the Grobanites for Charity.-
Josh Groban
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Josh Groban is an remarkable performer with a voice than can easily handle pop and rock music as well as classical. Generally classified as 'adult contemporary' Josh Groban is among a new generation of musicians and performers defining a new genre of...
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Josh Groban - Touching the Soul - Healing the Grieving Heart
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The first time I realized the healing effect of listening to Josh Groban sing was watching him sing 'To Where You Are' on an episode of Ally McBeal in 2001. David E. Kelly wrote the special Christmas episode as a tribute to those who had died on Sep...
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Josh Groban - The Virtual Concert on Squidoo
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If I were to pick a current artist to host a Virtual Concert for Charity, I would pick the very talented, and very giving Josh Groban to raise funds for his own remarkable charity, the Josh Groban Foundation, otherwise known as the Grobanites for Cha...
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Grobanites for Charity and The Josh Groban Foundation - Making a Difference in the Lives of Children
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Josh Groban is the young baritone who is defining a new genre of music. This lens supports the work of the Josh Groban Foundation and the Grobanites for Charity a group of dedicated fans working to make a difference in the lives of children around th...
Remember Just Smile

Image: Microsoft Clipart
More Smiles
More to Keep You Smiling
Smile: Sunny Sunflower in the Amazon Spotlight
Smile: Sunny Sunflower Botanical Photographic Poster Print by Nicole Katano, 12x16
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 12/07/2009)![]()
Smile: Sunny Sunflower by Nicole Katano
Size: 12 x 16 inches
Blog Posts on the Song Smile
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byLaugh About it Now
If you're going to be able to look back on something
and laugh about it,
you might as well laugh about it now.
Marie Osmond
Smiling in the Face of Adversity
Serenity is one of the salient qualities of the arts, religions and philosophies of the Far East. Far more significantly, it is also characteristic of the behavior of people of all ages and social classes as they face the trials and tribulations of everyday life.
...If people smile when they announce the death of a loved one, it is not through lack of feeling, but as if to say that what has happened was inevitable, to spare others from grieving and to avoid spoiling their enjoyment of life. There's no need to make a fuss. Basically, life is just a game.If people smile when they announce the death of a loved one, it is not through lack of feeling, but as if to say that what has happened was inevitable, to spare others from grieving and to avoid spoiling their enjoyment of life. There's no need to make a fuss. Basically, life is just a game.
You can read the full article below.
- Smile, smile, smile - Asian characteristic of smiling even in adversity - People at Play | UNESCO Courier | Find Articles at BNET.com
- An article from UNESCO Courier on the Asian characteristic of smiling even in adversity provided free by Find Articles.
Behind the Smile in the Amazon Spotlight
Behind the Smile: My Journey Out of Postpartum Depression
Amazon Price: $15.83 (as of 12/07/2009)![]()
In a glimpse behind that famous smile, Marie Osmond opens up about her personal journey through post-partum depression and includes the methods that helped her cope.
Books on Smiling in the Face of Adversity
Available from Amazon
Smiling During Adversity in Blog Posts
- Face Adversity with a Smile - Stepcase Lifehack
- I told my friend Graham that I often cycle the two miles from my house to the town centre but unfortunately there is a big hill on the route. He replied,
- SMILE/THINK AWHILE: HAPPY ADVERSITY???????
- HAPPY ADVERSITY??????? LUDWIG van BEETHOVEN, the German composer of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, went deaf midway through his career but continued to compose great works. ABRAHAM LINCOLN, when a young man, entered business, ...
- Face Adversity with a Smile - Stepcase Lifehack
- I told my friend Graham that I often cycle the two miles from my house to the town centre but unfortunately there is a big hill on the route. He replied, 'You mean fortunately.' He explained that I should be glad of the extra exercise ...
- [un]Common Sense: Sunday Sermon [Adversity]
- The sweet perfume wafts down so that your neighbors and even people passing through smile in delight. Your fruits and vegetables are nearly bursting with ripe fullness. In addition, the fruit is so sweet, you can't possibly buy anything ...
Smiling in Trouble
I love the man that can smile in trouble,
that can gather strength from distress
and grow brave by reflection.
Thomas Paine
More Books on Smiles Available on Amazon
Children's Books and Others on Smiling
Available from Amazon
The Latest News on Smiles
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byMore Ways to Smile from CafePress
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- mbgphoto mbgphoto Nov 11, 2009 @ 8:07 am
- Very nice...nothing like seeing someone smile to brighten your day! 5* and blessed!
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- kimmanleyort kimmanleyort Aug 16, 2009 @ 9:00 pm
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- BevsPaper BevsPaper Jul 27, 2009 @ 6:50 am
- This is a wonderful lens! Smiling does make one feel better and we never know when a smile from us might really make a difference in the person's life that we smiled at.
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- Snozzle Snozzle May 29, 2009 @ 1:57 pm
- Smiles are infectious - and that can't be bad!
Mike.
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- CGJourney CGJourney May 15, 2009 @ 5:07 pm
- OK, I smiled when reading it! Interesting lens.
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