If It Makes You Happy

Miley Cyrus · Other Songs - Miley Cyrus

I've been long, a long way from here

Put on a poncho, played for mosquitos,

And drank til I was thirsty again

We went searching through thrift store jungles

Found Geronimo's rifle, Marilyn's shampoo

And Benny Goodman's corset and pen

Well, o.k. I made this up

I promised you I'd never give up

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If it makes you happy

It can't be that bad

If it makes you happy

Then why the hell are you so sad

You get down, real low down

You listen to Coltrane, derail your own train

Well who hasn't been there before?

I come round, around the hard way

Bring you comics in bed, scrape the mold off the bread

And serve you french toast again

Well, o.k. I still get stoned

I'm not the kind of girl you'd take home

Chorus

We've been far, far away from here

Put on a poncho, played for mosquitos

And everywhere in between

Well, o.k. we get along

So what if right now everything's wrong?

Chorus

If It Makes You Happy

Miley Cyrus's rendition of "If It Makes You Happy" serves as a poignant addition to her expansive catalogue of covers and reinterpretations. While the track is originally associated with Sheryl Crow, Cyrus's version highlights her ability to navigate emotional pop-rock landscapes with a distinct vocal texture. This recording fits within a broader body of work where the artist frequently revisits established songs, infusing them with her own stylistic nuances. The performance underscores her versatility, moving beyond her early pop roots to embrace a more mature, rock-inflected sound. By selecting such a well-known composition, Cyrus engages with a shared musical history, offering a fresh perspective that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners. The song stands as a testament to her ongoing exploration of genre and emotional depth in her recorded output.