If That's What Makes You Happy

Hall And Oates · Other Songs - Hall And Oates

Waking with the flowers to a morning in the meadow

Settling down the evening with the hills

I'm kicking stones and walking all alone like a modern buried treasure

And it's all around and waiting there for free



If that's what makes you happy

Then I'd love to sing my song

And if it strikes your ear

Won't you sing along



Coming on the flow in the field that no one's ever run through

Sipping from a stream beneath the stars

And breaking bread and rolling up your bed then hiding from the thunder

And though the sky may cry you know it's just another song



If that's what makes you happy

Then I'd love to sing my song

And if it strikes your ear

Won't you sing along



If that's what makes you happy

Then I'd love to sing my song

And if it strikes your ear

Won't you sing along



Whistling out a silly tune to a swallow in the sparrow

Dragging down some funny little sound

And then when you're on your own and you're far from home

You find a smile on every corner

So if you're feeling down just turn around and sing



Well, if that's what makes you happy

Then I'd love to sing my song

And if it strikes your ear

Won't you sing along



If that's what makes you happy

Then I'd love to sing my song

And if it strikes your ear

Won't you sing it



And if it strikes your ear now

Won't you sing it

And if it strikes your ear

Won't you sing along

If That's What Makes You Happy

Hall and Oates deliver a quintessential example of their 1970s pop-rock sound with this upbeat track. The song showcases the duo's signature blend of smooth vocals and driving rhythms, characteristic of their work during the late 1970s. It exemplifies their ability to craft catchy melodies that balance romantic themes with an infectious energy. As a staple of their discography, the recording highlights their mastery of the power ballad and mid-tempo rock formats that defined their era. The composition remains a recognizable piece within their catalog, reflecting the polished production style that made them a dominant force in American pop music.