When You're Smiling
Louis Armstrong · Butter & Eggman
The whole world smiles with you
And when you're laughin' oh when youre laughin'
The sun comes shinin? through
But when you?re cryin' you bring on the rain
So stop your sighin 'be happy again
keep on smilin Cause when you're smilin'
The whole world smiles with you
Oh when you're smilin' keep on smilin'
The whole world smiles with you
Ah when you're laughin' keep on laughin'
The sun comes shinin' through
Now when you're cryin' you bring on the rain
So stop that sighin' be happy again
keep on smilin Cause when you're smilin'
And the whole world smiles with you
The great big world will smile with
The whole wide world will smile with you
When You're Smiling
Louis Armstrong's rendition of "When You're Smiling" stands as a quintessential example of his ability to transform a standard into a personal signature. Recorded during the era that produced the album Butter & Eggman, the track showcases the trumpeter's unique phrasing and warm, gravelly vocal delivery. As a cornerstone of the Great American Songbook, the song benefits from Armstrong's infectious optimism and masterful swing, hallmarks that defined his extensive discography. This recording captures the essence of his performance style, balancing technical precision with genuine emotional warmth. It remains a beloved song in his catalogue, reflecting the enduring appeal of his interpretations of classic material and his profound influence on jazz vocalists who followed.