The Smile

Doug Murphy

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Another experiment using Udio [A computer generated program AI] to place my original lyric in a different light and style.

folk country original lyric

Doug Murphy

a one man show

Douglas Murphy is a passionate lyricist and storyteller whose songs blend heart, honesty, and a touch of grit. Drawing inspiration from everyday life, personal journeys, and timeless themes, his work spans genres like folk, country, acoustic rock, and modern balladry. Whether writing heartfelt love songs, nostalgic reflections, or thought-provoking narratives, Douglas focuses on lyrical depth and emotional connection. Crafted to resonate, designed for both live performance and sync licensing, and he often collaborates with musicians and AI production tools to bring his words to life with professional polish. With an ever-growing catalogue, Douglas continues to write to make listeners feel seen, understood, and moved.

Song Info

Genre

Beats • Beats General

Peak in subgenre #16

Author

Words by Douglas Murphy

Rights

2024

Uploaded

May 24, 2024

Track Files

MP3

MP3 3.0 MB • 95 kbps • 4:22 minutes

Story behind the song

Written a while ago this song / lyric was inspired by the people I would watch on the bus every morning on my way to work and how a smile could change somes expressions/

Lyrics

A Smile
[2013/03/21]
[Verse]
Some gaze blindly out a  INVALID 
Others block out the world
hooked to their small screens.
Others listen old-time.
To Walkman's and MP3's.
Some might talk among themselves.
About this, that and anything.
Others do the nod and bob,
lost within their dreams.

[Pre-Chorus]
Most sit with dull, blank faces.
But every once in a while.
You glance around, hear a laugh
and catch a fleeting smile.

[Chorus]
And a smile can be contagious.
Instantly change a mood.
Makes you forget a jerk or two
who were rather rude.
If you're feeling down and out,
there's something you can do.
Plant a smile on your face.
You will help yourself and someone too.

[Verse]
Some zombies walk together
without looking around.
Barely noticing the everyday
sights, smells and sounds.
Like horses with their blinders on,
they stumble straight ahead.
But if they catch a smile
that smile can spread.[Chorus]

[Bridge]
Rain or shine,
waiting in line
when you are in a rush.
Running late,
not feeling great,
when you feel like mush. [Chorus]

[Outro]
Plant a smile on your face
for you and somebody, too.

Copyright  2024 by Douglas Murphy

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