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Get Happy
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Harold Arlen wrote the music and Ted Koehler the words. Judy Garland is most notable for singing this great song. This version contains most of the words but not the music. You might call this a bluesy retake of this song.
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Folk Blues FOlk rock Love songs, topical songs, Political themes, Protest Music
YOu will find a wide range of ideas here, everything from 9/11 to love songs to the environment. You may like what you are going to hear here. This I hope is mostly good songwriting stuff.
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Blues Blues Rock
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#2,293 today Peak #9
#911 in subgenre Peak #4
Author
Harlen/ Koehler
Uploaded
March 23, 2011
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MP3 3.9 MB 128 kbps 4:14
Lyrics
Forget your troubles c'mon get happy you better chase all your cares away. Shout hallejulah c'mon get happy get ready for the judgement day. the sun is shinin c'mon get happy, the lord is waitin to take your hand. shout hallejulah c'mon get happy, we're going to the promise land (2x) We're headin across the river to wash your sins away in the tide. it's all so peaceful baby there be angels on the other side.
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Decaying Orbit
Jul 21, 2011
amazing cover.... really enjoyed this one..
Marc Morlock
Jul 02, 2011
Ja..die stem,gewoon Prachtig !!...ze blijft Plakken...wel Stem... ik zen "Zot Van A".... Oh Yeah....Great Song !! Love From Antwerp, Marc
Susan Curry
Jun 09, 2011
Nice rendition with strong vocals!
Astronomusic
May 27, 2011
"...there be angels on the other side" * * * * * Awesome in all aspects, R.C. !!! Z&A
Tom King
May 14, 2011
I like the Uniqueness of this tune.Powerful Vocals...Tom King
Michael Pear
Apr 20, 2011
This is nice song! Good message, that we must be with God and think on His arrival and Heaven! If we be good people we can by happy! God Bless!
Evan Paul
Apr 17, 2011
I never heard the original but this sounds very fine to me, great job Roger, keep up the good work.
Shelia D.
Apr 16, 2011
Great work Roger! Outstanding expressive vocals, most fitting for the lyrics, and you brought the message home. Wonderful guitar as well. A beautiful, uplifting message in these challenging times. Truly a pleasure to listen!
Rick Gross
Apr 13, 2011
Great voice and style my friend! Keep up the incredible creativity. Singing Hallelujah!
Heleana Maria
Apr 10, 2011
Hi Roger, miss talking to you! This is a great twist! I think you made this song your own by this version! Let's keep in touch when we can. Blessings, Your friend, Heleana Maria
Wade Farlowe
Mar 28, 2011
Roger...Dude, this is an excellent and most original cover!!!! Awesome!!!!! Love it!!!!!!!!!!! The guitar work, like your vocals.......just shines!!!!!!!!! With respect my friend, Wade
Hayley Oliver
Mar 28, 2011
Great work here Roger, 5 stars all the way. thank you for all of the messages and ratings, apologies for taking so long to reply. :) Love Hayley
Carlo D'Anna
Mar 28, 2011
I don't believe I know the original, but this sounds to me like a folk spiritual. It has a rather Grapes of Wrath feel. Great song!!
Swampman
Mar 27, 2011
Sweet :)
VMP (USA)
Mar 26, 2011
A great song indeed! And your take on it makes it current, hip, and much easier to digest and relate to, enjoyed this a lot!
ALPHA ONE OMEGA
Mar 26, 2011
Nice job on a fine classic Roger V.well played & sung with your sig.original folk style Gotta come here more often
J3r3my
Mar 25, 2011
MAN! Outstanding rendition of this classic show tune! WOW! just bowled over by your creativity! spot on man..spot ON! thanks for dropping by man..sorry it took sooo long to get back to you. genius dude!
Rodrica Rudge
Mar 25, 2011
This is great, I much prefer your version of this song, it has a lot more soul and emotion to it. Production sounds very good, and your vocals (as always) are first class.
Pinecats
Mar 24, 2011
hey man i like this alot! Cool version...i like your interpretation. You have cleaned up your guitar quite a bit. New gear? Signature vox but you have moved out of the "stadium sound" and into a club..lol. Good live feel and a song well done!
CG King songwriter
Mar 24, 2011
Hi Roger, This has always been one of my favorite songs. You have done a fabulous job. I love your "signature"vocals ...great rendition! Certainly put me in a happy mood listening.