Happy When I'm Crying
Pearl Jam · Other Songs - Pearl Jam
Ai R.E.M. un buon cetriolo
(It is a pleasure for us to wish you)
(Together with R.E.M., a merry cucumber)
I need a song to help along
When it feels wrong, it seems so long
To get to the light
We live in homes, talk on phones
Hear the tones, can you hold
Moving fast as light, TV's on at night
Does peace come out of fighting
Can truths come out of lying
I'm happy when I'm crying
If reality is what I see newspapers magazines TV
Tell's what's going on leading us along
It's not absurd to all get heard
Put our feelings into words
You have to reach inside, no feelings to hide
Does peace from out of fighting
Can truth come out of lying
I'm happy when I'm crying
Bring children into the world
We couldn't have done it by ourselves
Stop and wonder why
There's more than meets the eye
Somewhere inside I did believe
I can't belong I was wrong
I have gained insight
I will see the light
Truth isn't lying
Peace isn't fighting
Love isn't dying
Happy When I'm Crying
Pearl Jam's "Happy When I'm Crying" stands as a defining track from their 1991 debut album, *Ten*. The song exemplifies the band's signature grunge sound, blending raw, emotive vocals with a driving, rhythmic guitar structure that became central to the Seattle sound of the early 1990s. Written by Jeff Ament and Eddie Vedder, the track explores complex emotional states, juxtaposing the title's ironic sentiment with a melody that resonates deeply with listeners seeking catharsis. Its inclusion on the landmark debut album helped solidify the band's reputation for authenticity and musical intensity, influencing a generation of alternative rock artists. The song remains a staple of their discography, frequently performed live and recognized for its enduring power within the genre.